Court blocks executive’s move from Blackberry to Apple
On March 24, 2014 the Ontario Superior Court of Justice prevented a senior executive at Blackberry from moving to its major competitor, Apple. In BlackBerry Limited v. Marineau-Mes, 2014 ONSC …
On March 24, 2014 the Ontario Superior Court of Justice prevented a senior executive at Blackberry from moving to its major competitor, Apple. In BlackBerry Limited v. Marineau-Mes, 2014 ONSC …
There are several proposed amendments to the Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA), which would allow employees more protected leave of absence opportnities. The ESA presently provides job protection for the following …
In a detailed report years in the making and released earlier this year, the Law Commission of Ontario (LCO) confirmed what many have long suspected: the nature of employment is changing dramatically. …
As the year draws to a close, we would encourage you to take a few minutes to consider the following checklist to ensure that your company’s policies, procedures, and contracts …
At the time of termination, employees need to ensure they are treated fairly. In some cases employers will present them with a release and ask them to sign it on …
Many employees are hesitant to sign employment releases, often with good reason. Employers may offer very little, knowing that most employees are happy to take what they can get and …
Namukasa is claiming nearly $200,000. She may not receive that much, but had she filed her claim through the Ministry of Labour, she would have been limited to $10,000.
…many employees will be reluctant to inform employers of complaints, for fear of being reprimanded – not all employers take constructive criticism favourably.
Bill 68, Ontario’s Open for Business Act, 2010, recently passed second reading. If passed, the Bill would implement changes to the Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the “ESA”).
The public should beware when contacting the Ontario Ministry of Labour as they sometimes receive what they view as “advice” whether they know it or not.