Ontario’s New Non-Compete Law: What It Means for You?
What significant changes to non-compete laws took effect in Ontario in 2021? In 2021, significant changes to non-compete laws took effect in Ontario, aiming to balance the rights of employers …
Employer Vaccination Policies: Legal Insights and Court Rulings
How have vaccination mandates led to claims of constructive dismissal? During the pandemic and thereafter, many employers implemented vaccine policies that mandated vaccination. While employers can require new employees to …
Xbox Layoffs: More Job Cuts on the Horizon
What is happening with Xbox layoffs? Even more layoffs across Xbox are on the horizon, an industry insider has said. The purported cutbacks would mark the third major round of …
Ubisoft Layoffs: Toronto Studio Faces Major Cuts
What is the reason for Ubisoft’s layoffs? Ubisoft has announced significant layoffs at its Toronto studio, terminating 33 employees as part of a broader “targeted realignment.” This move, confirmed by …
Bell Media Layoffs: Understanding Your Rights
What is the reason Bell Media layoff? Bell Media has announced further layoffs, cutting 43 technician jobs as part of its ongoing restructuring plan first revealed in February. The company …
Is This a Resignation Or a Wrongful Dismissal?
The court was recently tasked with determining if an employer wrongfully dismissed an employee who obtained another full-time job while she was laid off. Generally, unless it is explicitly stated …
Parental and Maternity Leave Top-Up Benefits
Having a child can be one of life’s most joyous milestones, yet for some, this anticipation is accompanied by feelings of financial stress and uncertainty of employment. Having a baby …
Non-Disparagement Clauses: Their Impact on Contracts
Why were employees afraid to speak out after leaving OpenAI? In recent news, OpenAI has made headlines by revising its employment contracts and removing some of the harsh non-disparagement clauses. …
Global News Layoffs: Corus Entertainment Cuts 35 Jobs
What is the reason for the Global News layoffs? Corus Entertainment Inc. has announced substantial layoffs at Global News, affecting 35 Unifor members across various locations in Canada. Global News …
The Employer’s Guide to Robust Employment Contracts
Why are robust employment contracts essential in today’s job market? In today’s dynamic employment landscape, where over 7 in 10 Canadian workers contemplate leaving their jobs within a year, the …