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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…

Prioritizing Mental Health in The Workplace

While the awareness of mental health in the workplace appears to be growing each year, many employees still battle with their mental well-being. Approximately one in three Canadian workers take…

Navigating Compassionate and Family Caregiver Leave

In the fast-paced world of employment, where responsibilities often extend beyond the workplace, Ontario employment laws recognize the importance of a work-life balance. These provisions include compassionate and family caregiver…

Salary Continuance Vs Lump Sum Severance Packages. What To Know?

Following a termination from employment without cause, many Ontario employers provide some form of severance or pay in lieu of notice, to the dismissed employee. More specifically, the pay in lieu…

Bill 79: Working for Workers Act 2023 Amends Ontario Employment Laws

The most recent amendments to Ontario’s employment laws came in the form of Bill 79, Working for Workers Act, 2023. Bill 79 received royal assent on October 26, 2023, and…

Employment Contract Basics in Ontario

Employment contracts are a fundamental aspect of the employer-employee relationship, as they set out the terms and conditions of employment, rights, and obligations of both the employer and the employee.…

Legal Aspects of Employee Privacy in Ontario

Employee privacy in Ontario has evolved significantly in the digital age, with advancements in technology allowing employers to monitor employees more closely. While workplace surveillance can serve legitimate purposes, such…

Accommodating Disabilities at Work: Ontario’s Duty to Accommodate

Accommodating disabilities at work is a crucial aspect of employment law, and it is based on the concept of the “duty to accommodate.” This blog discusses an employer’s duty to…

Decoding the ‘Just Cause’ for Employee Termination in Ontario

Decoding the ‘Just Cause’ for Employee Termination in Ontario In Ontario, employment termination can occur for various reasons, but the termination must generally be based on “just cause” or “reasonable…