HR Connect
Put a team of senior HR pros behind your people.
HR Connect gives your managers and your HR lead direct email access to senior HR and safety professionals. Expert backup for the moments that matter, without a retainer.
When you need it
Sometimes all you need is a second set of eyes.
Who it's for
Built for the people you want to back.
Your new manager
Wish you could be the best boss to a first-time manager?
Give them senior professionals to check in with before a tough conversation, so they lead with confidence and drive your success.
Your solo HR department
HR department running solo?
What if they had a team of senior professionals behind them? HR Connect gives your one-person HR team someone to call their own.
A second set of eyes
Not sure you're reading it right?
Some decisions just need a gut check from someone who has seen it before. HR Connect is for exactly those moments.
Have multiple managers you need to support?
Sign them all up. Each subscription covers one email address, so every manager gets their own direct line to our team.
How it works
Expert advice, one issue at a time.
Senior professionals
Every question goes to senior, certified Canadian HR and safety professionals.
Up to 4 emails a month
Enough to work through one issue properly, from the first question to the final step.
Answers by the next business day
Your manager is never left waiting on a decision that cannot wait.
One yearly subscription
Sign up once for the year. No setup fee and no retainer.
Questions managers send us
Ask before you act.
- How do I give this feedback without it blowing up?
- Is this a performance issue or a conduct issue?
- Should I be documenting this?
- Two people on my team are not getting along. Now what?
- Can I approve this leave request?
- Someone got hurt on site. What do I do first?
1 in 3 HR Connect clients moved to a full HR and safety retainer within their first year.
Once they saw what a senior team behind them could do, they wanted us to handle it all.
HR Connect vs. retainer
Start with backup. Grow into a partner.
| Compare | HR ConnectYou ask. We advise. | HR & Safety retainerWe handle it. |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Managers and solo HR leads who need a second set of eyes | Growing businesses that want HR and safety off their plate |
| Who does the work | Your team, with our advice behind them | We do the work for you |
| Your contact | Our team of senior HR and safety professionals | One dedicated senior professional who knows your business |
| How you reach us | Email, with a 1 business day response | Phone, email, video and on site |
| Amount of support | Up to 4 emails a month, one issue at a time | Monthly hours sized to your business |
| Policies and documents | Not included | Written and kept current for you |
| Health and safety | Advice on your questions | Programs, audits, incidents and WCB handled |
| Terminations and investigations | Guidance before you act | Planned, run and documented by us |
| Commitment | One yearly subscription per email address | 12 months, then month to month |
Common questions
Who is HR Connect for?
Managers you want to support, solo HR professionals who need a team behind them, and owners who want a second set of eyes on a decision.
How does the subscription work?
HR Connect is a one-time yearly subscription for one email address, with no setup fee and no retainer.
Can I sign up more than one manager?
Yes. Each subscription covers one email address, so businesses can sign up as many managers as they want to support.
Does HR Connect include templates or documents?
No. HR Connect is expert advice by email. Policies, letters and documents are prepared for you on a retainer or as a one-time project.
What if the issue needs more than 4 emails?
We will tell you up front and recommend the best next step, whether that is a one-time project or a retainer.
Back your people. We'll be right behind them.
Supporting businesses in Alberta, BC, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.