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Understanding Vacation Pay in Ontario

With summer upon us, many of us are dreaming of beaches and well-deserved time off. Vacation plans are on everyone’s mind. But before you pack your bags, let’s talk about…

WHAT ARE YOUR RIGHTS AS AN EMPLOYEE DURING YOUR PROBATION PERIOD?

It is a common misconception that newly hired employees are automatically subject to a probation period upon starting a new position at a company. Further, employees may be unaware of…

How do I Enforce My Rights if I am Part of a Union?

What is a Union? What Does it Do? Unions are comprised of union representatives or stewards and union members. Union representatives/stewards represent union members and work to ensure that employers…

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…

Statutory Holidays in Ontario for 2024

In Ontario, as of 2024, there are statutory holidays recognized for provincially regulated employees, which cover approximately 90% of the workforce. Understanding these holidays and the associated public holiday pay…

WHAT ARE MY RIGHTS WORKING FOR A TEMPORARY HELP AGENCY?

Temporary work, also known as ‘gig’ work, has been steadily increasing across Canada. Statistics Canada found that the number of temporary workers in Canada increased by 50 per cent between…

Helping You Understand Your Rights When Your Employment Comes to an End

COVID-19 has had a profound impact on the Canadian labour market. From lay-offs to reduced schedules, to permanent dismissals, employees (and their employers) have been severely impacted since the onset…

Unravelling the Mystery of Damages & Compensation Available to Employees

Thousands of employees across Canada each year experience unfair treatment and/or inappropriate behaviour by their employers.  This can take a wide range of forms, from unpaid wages, unilateral cuts to…

Employees Rights When They Are Headhunted

Employers across Canada are under significant pressure to find the right employees to support their businesses. Given the low unemployment rate, employers are finding it hard to secure the talent…