Employee Handbooks and HR Policy Development

Create a Positive Workplace With Clear, Compliant, and Fair HR Policies
Well-defined policies and employee handbooks are the foundation of a well-functioning, legally compliant organization. We help you establish, review, and maintain these essential employee relations tools, protecting your business and supporting your people.

Why Policies and Handbooks Matter

Clear HR policies set expectations, promote fairness, support your organization embed core values into day-to-day work, and help prevent issues before they arise. A well-crafted employee handbook is a great resource for both employees and employers, outlining company values, expectations, benefits, and procedures.

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Our Policy & Handbook Services

We offer a full suite of services to help you create, update, and communicate your HR policies and Employee Handbook.

Policy Development & Review

We work closely with you to develop and review policies that reflect your organization’s values, industry standards, and legal requirements. Whether you need new policies or updates to existing ones, we ensure your documentation is clear, relevant, and compliant.

Policy Training

Our training programs equip your workforce with the knowledge and skills to understand and follow your organization’s policies. We help build a culture of compliance, accountability, and respect.

Employee Handbooks

We create comprehensive, easy-to-understand employee handbooks that serve as a go-to reference for your team. Your employee handbook will cover everything from company culture and benefits to workplace procedures and expectations.

Ongoing Policy Support & Updates

We provide ongoing support to keep your policies and employee handbook current as legislation, best practices, and your business needs evolve. Our team proactively monitors changes and helps you update and communicate policies so your organization always remains compliant and informed.

Common Policies We Develop

We support organizations in developing, updating, and communicating a full spectrum of workplace HR policies. These policies not only help you comply with legislation but also foster a positive, consistent, and productive work environment. Some of the most common and important policies we help create include:

Code of Conduct
Confidentiality
Intellectual Property
Workplace Privacy
Alcohol & Drug
Anti-Harassment
Progressive Discipline
Travel and Entertainment

General Holidays
Leave of Absence
Vacation, Personal & Sick Time
Return-to-Work
Professional Development
Occupational Health & Safety
Emergency Preparedness
Hours of Work & Overtime

Why Choose Impact HR

HR problems slow teams down. We help fix that. With decades of experience, our team knows how to spot issues early, streamline processes, and build stronger, healthier workplaces. We focus on solutions that make a difference, not just checkboxes.

What our clients are saying

HR Support for Businesses Across Canada

Our team is based in Edmonton and Calgary, but we support clients across Canada. From Vancouver to Toronto, and everywhere in between, we offer in-person and remote support tailored to your business. Whether you’re growing, hiring, or planning ahead, we’re here to help.

Edmonton Office

Calgary Office

Employee Handbooks & HR Policy Development FAQs

Curious about policies, handbooks, or compliance? Here are answers to the questions we hear most often. If you need more information, our team is always available to assist.

How often should we update our employee handbook and policies?

We recommend reviewing your employee handbook and key policies at least once a year, or whenever there are significant changes in employment legislation or your business operations.

Can you help us customize policies for our specific industry or business needs?

Absolutely. We customize all policies and handbooks to reflect your unique business, industry standards, and legal requirements, ensuring they are relevant and effective for your organization.

What’s the process for rolling out new policies or handbooks to employees?

We assist with the communication and the training process to ensure employees understand new or updated policies. This can include presentations, Q&A sessions, and ongoing support to address any questions.

What are the risks of not having clear policies or an up-to-date handbook?

Without clear, current policies, your organization may face legal risks, inconsistent practices, and confusion among employees. Well-defined policies protect your business and create a fair, transparent workplace.