Who Qualifies for a TN 1 Visa? (Updated 2022)

If you’re the owner of a Canadian company looking to expand to the US, you might be thinking about sending some of your top employees across the border to oversee the efforts instead of monitoring from afar. Or, perhaps you are a Canadian professional being sent on an assignment to the US branch of your […]
How to Pay Your International Employees the Right Way (Updated 2020)

Expanding your business operations into foreign markets can be a great way to increase your brand recognition and your profit margin, while hiring international employees can help you engage top talent. However, an international expansion also requires you to deal with many administrative back-office tasks. For example, you’re going to need to pay international employees. […]
Non-Solicitation vs. Non-Compete Agreements in Canada and the US (Updated 2020)

No matter how great of an employer you are, you’ll likely still experience some employee turnover. Some people may leave for other opportunities, while others look to start their own businesses. When they leave, they take with them confidential information, which could mean your business loses a competitive edge in the market.
Everything You Need to Know about a TN 1 Visa (Updated 2020)

Are you a Canadian who has a job offer in the US or is looking to work in the States? Perhaps you’re an American employer who may need to expand your search for the perfect candidate internationally. Maybe you already have the perfect person lined up! You just need to get the proper paperwork filed.
The 6 Best Countries for International Expansion

As the calendar turns over, you’re putting plans in motion for next year. It’s going to be a big one for your business. You’re already examining the world map.
Know These Facts before Hiring a 1099 Employee in the US

Hiring across international borders comes with its own unique set of challenges, as any hiring manager who has done it can attest. Differences in employment legislation can cause headaches in the hiring process. Even the differences in labour markets in different areas can prove challenging. Download “7 Challenges Companies Face When Expanding into the US” […]
How to Manage Employees Overseas Effectively

There are many benefits to hiring workers overseas. With the world more connected than ever, finding the candidate that ticks all your boxes can happen—except that they might not live in the same area code. But with the many benefits of overseas employees, there are some challenges that make managing them a potentially stressful situation. Essentially, […]
5 US Employment Laws You Might Be Breaking

International employers face a maze of regulations when they hire American employees. With more than 100 federal US employment laws out there, it’s difficult to be sure you’re observing every law on the books.
The Complexities of Workers’ Compensation in Canada

American companies and international employers that have US operations often see Canada as a logical next market. One of the challenges they face when expanding to Canada, though, is navigating the differences of Canadian employment law.
Global Companies: 5 Things to Keep in Employee Files in the US

Hiring and employment often present concerns for global employers. How do you let someone go? How can you find the right people for the job? What are your tax responsibilities as an employer, and how do you make sure you’re not misclassifying your workers?