Staff Information
Staff are paid on a bi-weekly basis via direct deposit to your bank account (refer to the Payroll Schedule for dates).
Employment Contract & Payroll Forms
To initiate payroll action, administrative/support staff are required to return the below documents to Human Resources by the deadline stated in their letter of offer:
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TD-1 (Federal and Provincial)
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Employee Information Form (which includes direct deposit information)
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Blue Cross Application for Group Benefits form
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Acadia Group Insurance Application form
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Signed & dated copy of the offer letter
All employees are required to have a valid Social Insurance Number. Information and application for a Social Insurance Number are available on the Service Canada web site. Please ensure you review the required personal identification documents needed to obtain a Social Insurance Number prior to submitting your application.
Changes to Payroll Information?
If you need to change your tax status, direct deposit account information, etc., you must notify the payroll office by the cut-off date outlined in the Payroll Schedule. Your signature is required on all forms requesting a change to your personal information. Forms can either be sent via inter-campus mail or faxed to the payroll office at (902)585-1075.
Employment Benefits
If your contract entitles you to employment benefits, our Group Benefits and Pension Professional will arrange to meet with new employees to review the benefit plan, and to ensure the proper documentation for benefits is complete. Any changes to your benefits, i.e., adding or removing dependents can be arranged through the Human Resources Department.
Our Benefits Web Page will provide additional information on the benefits and services available.
Who do I contact for help?
Inquiries concerning your personnel records are to be directed to the Staffing, Policies and Compensation Specialist. Payroll inquiries can be directed to the Bi-weekly Payroll Administrator.