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Love is in the Air, and Maybe the Workplace

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, love is in the air more than usual. Love in the workplace is more than an occasional occurrence. In fact, relationships formed at work…

Employment Law Essentials Pt. 1: Choosing an Employment Lawyer

Many people’s first interaction with the legal system comes when they experience problems related to their workplace (workplace harassment, wrongful dismissal, issues with human rights, or bonus pay & stock…

Looking Back: How the 2010s Impacted Employment Law

As we are at the beginning of 2020, now is an appropriate time to reflect on how employment law in Ontario has evolved over the past decade. While there has…

True or False: Common Misconceptions About Ontario’s Employment Standards Act

Most employers and employees have a decent grasp of the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the “ESA”). Despite this, we often find that there are many common misconceptions about what the…

Employment Law in 2020: The Road Ahead

As we discussed in a blog posted earlier this week, 2019 saw significant employment issues debated in court. The new year will bring even more interesting decisions that will impact…

2019: A Year in Review for Employment Law

Appearances at the Supreme Court of Canada dominated employment law discourse in 2019. However, employers and employees were faced with legislative changes and court decisions that will shape Canadian workplaces…

New Year, New Laws: What Changes Are Coming to Employment Law in Canada?

The new year rings in new laws and rules, bringing Canadians better working conditions, modernized standards, and wage fairness. Employees and employers will be affected by the introduction of the…

End-of-Year Reminder: Review your Occupational Health and Safety Policies Annually

As the year comes to an end, it is important for employers to check in on their existing workplace policies and make sure that they are compliant. Ontario’s Occupational Health…

Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act: Upcoming Compliance Standards

Governments across Canada are placing increased pressure on employers to ensure that their workplaces are both accessible and accommodating to individuals with a range of disabilities.  The aim is to…