Compensation
The Be In Christ Church of Canada has developed a compensation philosophy that reflects a commitment to the staff and values of BIC Canada and to those who work for the organization. The compensation philosophy is describe below.
- To reward performance, service and contribution
- To ensure internal equity and fairness
- To be good stewards of both the people and finances trusted to us
- To set fair and liveable wages
- To comply with all employment legislation
Salary Administration
Salaries are reviewed on an annual basis along with performance expectations. An annual increase is not to be assumed due to the nature of functioning in a not-for-profit organization. Cost of living increases are reviewed each year in connection with such increases to the compensation agreement to senior pastors.
You will be advised, in writing, of any increases to your salary.
Regular Pay Procedures
BIC Canada pays on a semi-monthly basis, on the 15th and the last business day of the month. Net earnings are directly deposited to a bank account of your choice. Standard statutory deductions and withholdings will be taken from each pay in accordance with legislated requirements. Deductions required or requested are as follows:
- Income Tax
- Canada Pension Plan
- Employment Insurance
- Garnishments
- Group benefit deductions
Any questions concerning payroll deductions should be directed to your supervisor.
It is your responsibility to provide written notification to payroll immediately when there is any change in name, address, phone number, information regarding emergency contact, beneficiary, marital status, banking information and other status information. It is important that your information be current at all times. Untimely notification of changes may result in incorrect tax reporting, benefit deductions or benefit coverage.
Group Benefits Plan
Be in Christ provides you with a comprehensive benefits program to help care for and protect you and your families. The benefit plan complements and builds on mandatory government programs. All extended health and dental premiums are paid by Be in Christ.
An overview of the benefit coverage for eligible staff members is contained in the “my Sun Life” app provide to you during onboarding. You are encouraged to familiarize yourself with the details of the plan through the app or website. While Be in Christ reserves the right to make changes to the plan and carriers at any time, without notice, every effort will be made to advise all staff of these changes as soon as possible.
The following outlines those who are eligible to participate in the benefits program:
- Licensed pastoral employees who are actively employed on a regular permanent basis, contracted with the conference and working at least 20 hours per week.
- Non-licensed employees who are actively employed on a regular permanent basis, contracted with the conference and working at least 1560 hours per year.
- Conference payroll employees who are actively employed on a regular permanent basis, contracted with the conference and working at least 20 hours per week.
Employees must have completed the three month probationary period before they are eligible for group benefits. Any exception to this must be approved by your supervisor.