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Ontario’s Bill 190: Addressing the Challenges of Virtual Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

The Ontario government recently introduced Bill 190, also referred to as the Working for Workers Five Act, 2024.The rise of remote work has introduced new challenges in the workplace, one…

What Are The Top Ways Employers Can Promote Mental Health in the Workplace?

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…

Understanding Mental Harassment in the Workplace

In Ontario, workplace harassment includes any unwelcome behaviours, remarks, or gestures that cause an individual to feel frightened or threatened, as defined by the Occupational Health and Safety Act and…

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…

Can I Negotiate My Severance Package?

In Ontario, employees generally have the opportunity to negotiate their severance package. Since terminations can be extremely stressful, receiving a severance package can help minimize stress while searching for new…

What if I Get Pregnant While on Maternity Leave? Knowing Your Rights to Parental Leave in Ontario

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…

Employer Obligations Check List – What You Should Know

Employers and employees in Ontario are subject to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the ESA”), which outlines key employment standards and obligations. Understanding and complying with the ESA can help…

Ontario Employee Sick Note Update

As of April 2024, the Ontario government is planning to scrap sick notes in an effort to cut down on paperwork for family physicians. This change will be part of…

Fixed-Term Employment Contracts: What You Should Know

There are a variety of employment contracts governing the employer-employee relationship. Within the spectrum of varieties are two main types, being (1) fixed-term contracts and (2) indefinite-term contracts.  While most…