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My Employer Will Not Provide Me with a Reference Letter. What Can I Do?

Termination of employment can be a difficult experience. One of the major stressors for an employee is when and if they will find new employment. In connection with this, most…

Trends in Remote Work and Employment Law

Remote work has transformed from a convenient perk to an imperative aspect of many workplaces. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated this shift, prompting companies to adopt remote work policies rapidly. As…

EVERYTHING YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT STRESS LEAVE IN ONTARIO

The COVID-19 pandemic has had several negative impacts on many Canadians. Statistics Canada revealed stress levels of Canadians have doubled since the onset of the pandemic, with Canadians experiencing fear…

BREAKING DOWN FIDUCIARY EMPLOYEES, AND THEIR OBLIGATIONS 

Within healthy workplaces, employees are valued and trusted by their employers. However, on top of this base level of trust in employees, there is a legal concept known as a…

Implied Status, SIN Numbers, & Avoiding Termination

The economic challenges and the associated travel restrictions have brought into focus the intersection between employment and immigration laws. This blog is intended to demystify some points that can appear…

Pregnancy & Parental Leave, Pt. 2: Missed Career Opportunities While on Leave

This blog is the second installment of a four-part series by Sultan Lawyers focused on employment issues specific to pregnancy and parental leave in Ontario. The first installment can be…

Rule 49: Cost Consequences and Offers to Settle During Litigation

Many individuals pursuing litigation against their former employers for wrongful dismissal or other employment-related issues are not aware of the potential cost consequences relating to offers to settle that may…

With Cause Termination in Ontario

Termination with cause is one of the forms of termination available to employers in Ontario. This means that employers can terminate an employee without notice or payment in cases of…

What Are my Minimum Vacation Entitlements in Ontario?

The Employment Standards Act (“ESA”) is the legislation that governs vacation entitlements in Ontario. An employee and employer may agree to additional vacation entitlements in the employment contract, but an…