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How Can Employers Promote Mental Health at Work?

Many individuals spend the majority of their waking hours at work; therefore, promoting good mental health in the workplace is crucial, as it benefits both employers and employees. Over the…

WHAT IS THE DUTY TO MITIGATE?

The duty to mitigate refers to a common law principle that requires an employee who has been wrongfully dismissed to take all reasonable steps to find comparable, alternative employment during…

Pregnant on Maternity Leave? Know Your Rights

Knowing your rights when you are getting ready for parental leave or maternity leave in Ontario is something important to do in advance to reduce your level of stress and…

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…

Sick Leave and the Duty to Accommodate PT 2

Welcome to the second installment of our blog series on Leaves of Absence by Sultan Lawyers. If you haven’t already, make sure to check out our previous blog post on…

Leaves of Absence, Pt 1: Responsibilities During a Leave of Absence

In Ontario, there are certain circumstances when an employee can temporarily take a break from work, commonly referred to as a leave, and their job is protected. The various “leaves”…

How to Recognize and Report Workplace Harassment

Workplace Harassment can occur in many forms and has no place in the workplace. Employees in Ontario have the right to be free from bullying and harassment as described under…

DUTY TO ACCOMMODATE – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

In the workforce, employers and employees are immersed into an environment that forces collaboration with individuals of differing ability, identity, status, race, age, and many other characteristics. These factors work…

September as National Day for Truth and Reconciliation for Canada

The Government of Canada has formally designated September 30 as a public holiday. National Day for Truth and Reconciliation will be observed to honour First Nations, Inuit and Métis survivors…