Return-to-Work Policies: A Guide for All
What Are the Legal Requirements for Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) Policies? As many workplaces continue to shift back to in-person work, it’s vital to focus on fair policies that …
Enbridge Layoffs: Navigating Workforce Reductions
Why is Enbridge reducing its workforce? Enbridge Inc. recently announced plans to reduce its workforce by 650 positions, citing increasingly tough business conditions. Gina Sutherland, Enbridge’s spokeswoman, confirmed the layoffs …
What are the Planned and Proposed Changes to the ESA?
The Ontario government is proposing new legislation that aims to increase fines under the Employment Standards Act (ESA) and enhance job transparency for workers in the province. The proposed changes …
Non-competes are becoming outlawed, but you might still be bound by one
Published By: THE GLOBE AND MAIL Traditionally, workplace non-compete agreements are difficult for employers to legally enforce, but that hasn’t stopped them from including these clauses in hiring contracts. Employers can …
Fired BC Worker Wins 18 Months Pay, $25K Damages
How did the termination of employment impact Mr. Klyn’s financial stability? Klyn v Pentax Canada Inc., 2024 BCSC 372, a recent case from British Columbia demonstrates the price employers can …
Age Discrimination in the Modern Workplace
How Can Employers Avoid Age Discrimination in the Workplace? As people live longer and retire later in their lives, age-related issues are becoming more and more salient for employers. Claims …
Workplace Policy Pitfalls: Cost of Miscommunication
What Are the Consequences of Not Communicating Workplace Policy Clearly? An early 2024 case has demonstrated the risk that comes with inadequate communication of workplace policies to employees. Boyer v …
When does office romance become cause for dismissal?
Published By: THE GLOBE AND MAIL The legal fallout from dating at work is back in the headlines after the Royal Bank of Canada dismissed its chief financial officer for alleged misconduct. The …
Duty to Inquire in Ontario: What Should Employers Do?
What is the Duty to Inquire and Why is it Important for Ontario Employers? Employers in Ontario must be aware of a lesser-known yet significant accommodation obligation – the duty …
Workplace Harassment Persists Despite Laws in Place
What does the recent Statistics Canada survey reveal about workplace harassment and sexual harassment in Canada? A recent Statistics Canada survey sheds light on the significant rate of harassment and sexual harassment …