MapleTech Inc.$\text{'}$s Payroll Challenges in a Multi$-$Jurisdictional Canadian LandscapeBackground:MapleTech Inc. is a technology company based in Canada with operations in Alberta, Ontario, and federally regulated industries. The company employs a mix of independent contractors and full$-$time employees. MapleTech's payroll department faces challenges in adhering to the different payroll legislations across these jurisdictions, especially in the wake of the COVID$-19$ pandemic which brought about several legislative changes.Scenario:MapleTech Inc. recently hired Jasleen, a software developer, in Ontario. The company initially classified Jasleen as an independent contractor. However, her working conditions resembled those of an employee, including set working hours, company$-$provided equipment, and MapleTech's control over her work tasks.Simultaneously, in Alberta, MapleTech's payroll team struggles to keep up with the latest changes in minimum wage standards and statutory holiday pay calculations. The COVID$-19$ pandemic has further complicated matters, necessitating adjustments in payroll processing due to various temporary layoffs and the introduction of emergency wage subsidies.The Challenge:MapleTech Inc.s payroll team needs to ensure compliance with the different employment and tax laws across federal and provincial jurisdictions. They must also correctly classify workers like Jasleen to avoid penalties and ensure proper payroll processing in light of the recent legislative changes due to the pandemic.Your Task:As a consultant for MapleTech Inc., you are asked to analyze their payroll challenges and provide recommendations.