Fast Onboarding. How Quick Are Bridgewater?
Our Record Is 1 Hour and 41 Minutes.
By Paul Sleath | HR, human resources and payroll expert | Bridgewater Talent Integration
I’m Paul Sleath, and one of the most common questions I get asked by prospective clients is: “How quickly can you turn things around?”
The short answer?
One hour and 41 minutes.
That’s the time it took us to receive an instruction, draft the employment contract, have it reviewed and agreed by the client, and get it signed by the new hire. A full legal employment contract in Canada – finalised, approved, and accepted – in under two hours.
It’s our record. And yes, it’s real.
Fast Onboarding Is Possible - But It’s Not Typical
While that level of speed is possible, it’s not typical. The reason for that is simple…..because we don’t just draft contracts. We educate.
When you’re hiring domestically, you know the rules. You’ve got templates. Local advisors. HR norms. But hiring in Canada? That’s different. Most clients want to understand the local nuances – what’s legally required, what’s standard, and what their risks are.
That education takes time – not because Canada is risky (it’s not, especially compared to places like France), but because you want to get it right……and we help you do that.
Why Education Matters
Bridgewater doesn’t just generate contracts. We take the time to explain Canadian employment law, payroll deductions, vacation rules, benefits, and terminations – clearly and simply. We’re here to de-risk your expansion and give you confidence to move forward.
That means taking time to answer your questions. And that’s what we do best.
At Bridgewater, “people-first” isn’t marketing spin. It’s the way we work.
- You don’t get a ticketing system.
- You don’t get a toll-free number and a wait time.
- You get named Canadian payroll professionals who know your business and respond to your questions directly.
They’ll help you make informed decisions, walk you through contracts, and explain statutory obligations – all in plain English.
They’ll do the same for your new hire, too.
A People Business, Built To Support Yours
Your business might be in software, engineering, consulting, or manufacturing. Ours is people.
We Support:
- Your HR and finance teams, by simplifying Canadian employment.
- Your cross-border hires, by onboarding them with care.
- Your business, by reducing risk and accelerating delivery.
We’ve helped companies hire everyone from industrial engineers and legal specialists to tech developers and clinical experts – and we do it with speed, clarity, and local expertise.
Why Fast Onboarding With Bridgewater TI
Is The Better Way Forward
Expertise
Savings
If you need fast onboarding of new staff, we can.
If you need us to slow down and explain every clause, we will.
If you want to build a long-term partner relationship, not a vendor ticket — that’s where we shine.
Book your 15-minute consultation and let’s talk about how we can help your business fly in Canada.