Pay Equity Obligations Based on Your Workforce Size
Employer Legal Obligations According to Employee Count
Employers that reach an average of six (6) or more employees during a calendar year are subject to specific legal obligations under the Pay Equity Act. These obligations are mandatory and vary depending on the size of the workforce.
As the number of employees increases, employers may be required to conduct a pay equity exercise, develop a pay equity plan or program, establish a pay equity committee, perform periodic maintenance evaluations, and file annual declarations. Understanding how your workforce size impacts your obligations is essential to ensuring compliance, avoiding penalties, and reducing the risk of intervention by regulatory authorities.
Summary Table: Compliance Requirements by Threshold
| Number of Employees | Company Obligations |
|---|---|
| Less than 6 |
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| More than 6 |
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| Between 10 and 49 |
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| Between 50 and 99 |
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| 100 and more |
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Our CPHR-certified pay equity specialists assess your obligations based on your workforce thresholds and regulatory status. We deliver comprehensive, turnkey support for your initial exercise, pay equity program, maintenance process, or pay equity committee, ensuring the meticulous preparation and filing of your DEMES. With Pro Gestion, you benefit from structured oversight, documented compliance, and full alignment with CNESST requirements and deadlines.
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