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IS THERE A “RIGHT TIME” FOR YOUTH TO JOIN THE WORKFORCE?

As the workforce continually adapts to new generations of workers entering and leaving, many traditions that were seen as norms in the past are no longer the norms we see…

BEING TRANSPARENT, ABOUT PAY TRANSPARENCY

Pay transparency is often viewed as a “taboo” topic of conversation. Employees can veer away from the subject, simply due to a fear of being judged for what they earn.…

Are Commissioned Employees Entitled To Overtime Pay?

Discussions surrounding the topic of commission can frequently cause confusion amongst employees. While an employee may understand that they receive a commission, it may remain unclear as to how their…

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…

Tips to Strengthen Your Workplace Policies

As an employer, it is critical to consistently review your workplace policies to ensure that they are up to date and in accordance with relevant legislation that governs human rights,…

FILING A WORKPLACE COMPLAINT

According to the Ontario Health and Safety Act (“OHSA“), employers have a duty to maintain a healthy and safe workplace for their employees. As part of this duty, employers must…

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…

Is My Employer Permitted to Terminate Me While I am on a Leave?

Employers reserve the right to terminate an employee’s employment at any time on a without cause basis.  This applies provided that the reasons for the dismissal are not related to…

Do I Need to Sue if I Think I’m Entitled to Further Compensation at Termination?

Many employees are deterred from requesting additional compensation from employers upon termination.  This is largely because employees assume that they can only secure damages after a drawn-out period of expensive…