Proactive COVID-19 Containment Measures

March 13, 2020

Ward & Uptigrove values and cares for our staff, clients and community and we are taking proactive measures to assist with the containment strategy as recommend by our Public Health Units for the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

These protective measures include

increased awareness about and communication to staff about COVID-19.
increased frequency of cleaning of frequently touched surfaces.
requesting entrants to our building to screen and self-identify symptoms and risks.
providing access to handwashing facilities and placing hand sanitizing dispensers in prominent locations throughout the workplace.
use of technology for remote meetings and file sharing.

One of the ways advised to avoid rapid spread is to practice social distancing. Please respect that during this period of heightened concern

we are recommending our staff to avoid handshakes.
when it is possible, we are encouraging remote meetings using video conferencing, teleconferencing and / or email.

We also want to remind clients of our ShareFile service, which allows you to send us scanned receipts and slips.

We are closely monitoring the situation and working diligently to try to avoid business disruptions during tax season. Should this situation escalate or if we have exposure, we will consider additional containment measures.

For additional information on COVID-19, please visit credible sources from our government health units

We thank you for your patience, understanding and support in our attempt to maintain a healthy place of business for our staff and clients

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Southwestern Ontario's Top Employers Award

Southwestern Ontario's Top Employer Award Winner

February 5, 2025

We are th rilled to announce Ward & Uptigrove was selected as a recipient of the Southwestern Ontario's Top Employers Award for 2025. The award is based on the following criteria: 1. Workplace, 2. Work Atmosphere and Social, 3. Health, Financial and Family Benefits, 4. Vacation and Time-Off, 5. Employee Communications, 6. Performance Management, 7. Training and Skills Development, 8. and Community Involvement! Here are some of the reasons why Ward & Uptigrove was selected as one of Southwestern Ontario's Top Employers (2025): Ward & Uptigrove increased its full-time workforce in Canada by over 13 per cent in the past year and lets everyone benefit in the company's success with profit-sharing -- the company also offers generous referral bonuses of up to $5,000 per successful candidate as an incentive for employees to recruit friends Ward & Uptigrove hosts three major social events each year, giving employees the opportunity to unwind and connect with food, beverage and entertainment covered by the firm's partners -- events include a post-tax season party (employees plus a guest), a fall golf tournament, and an annual holiday celebration Ward & Uptigrove matches employee donations in kind, and encourages them to lend a helping hand in the community with a paid day off to volunteer Emily MacRobbie, human resources manager at Ward & Uptigrove, says clients appreciate the close connections and sense of care their small-town environment fosters. “We’re big enough to attract and retain some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, while simultaneously being small enough that staff and clients are known on a more personal level,” says MacRobbie. “Employees really appreciate the flexibility the firm offers, such as work location (in office or hybrid) and hours of work arrangements. We keep a pulse on what’s happening and make sure we remain competitive with things like paid time off and flexible health benefits.” To learn more about career opportunities at Ward & Uptigrove visit www.wardanduptigrove.com/careers