Introduction to employee compensation

Whether you are an up-and-coming executive or a business owner looking to motivate key employees or share the ownership of the business, there are many different forms of compensation that are available to you and your employees that you can consider. This article discusses some of these different forms of compensation.

Employee compensation - base salary

As an employee, you may be compensated in a number of ways. Your remuneration could include salary, a bonus, and/or shares of the company you work for. This article discusses the taxation and implications of receiving salary compensation.

Employee compensation - bonus

As an employee, you may be compensated in a number of ways. Your remuneration could include salary, a bonus, and/or shares of the company you work for. This article discusses the taxation and implications of receiving a bonus.

Employee compensation - deferred share units

As an employee, you may be compensated in a number of ways. Your remuneration could include salary, a bonus, and/or shares of the company you work for. This article discusses the taxation and implications of receiving deferred share units.

Employee compensation - employee loans

As an employee, you may be compensated in a number of ways. Your remuneration could include salary, shares of the company you work for, or your employer may lend you money to help you purchase a home. This article discusses the taxation and implications of receiving a loan from your employer.

Employee compensation - fringe benefits

As an employee, you may be compensated in a number of ways. Your remuneration could include salary, a bonus, or other non-cash benefits such as gym memberships and awards from your employer. This article discusses the taxation and implications of receiving fringe benefits.

Employee compensation - restricted and performance share units

As an employee, you may be compensated in a number of ways. Your remuneration could include salary, a bonus, and/or shares of the company you work for. This article discusses the taxation and implications of receiving restricted and performance share units.

Pension plan options when you leave your employer

This article will discuss four common options for a pension plan that may be available when employment has ended.

Salary continuance and company benefits when you leave your employer

Leaving an employer can often be an emotional time. Whether you are leaving your employment voluntarily or involuntarily, there are generally three main financial issues that need to be considered: 1) retiring allowance planning, 2) pension plan options and 3) salary continuance and company benefits.