In the second quarter of 2014, the Ministry of Labour conducted an enforcement “blitz,” targeting companies in several sectors with intern…

Rehiring Former Employees: Avoiding the Risk of “Continuous Employment” – Allison Taylor

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Ontario Court of Appeal Rules Non-Competition Clause Unenforceable – Allison Taylor

In April of 2009, a little known law called the Apology Act (the “Act”) entered into force.  A very short act, it primarily…

In Lancia v. Park Dentistry, the Ontario Superior Court confirmed that employers can change the fundamental terms of an employee’s employment,…

Disability management is a challenging issue for HR professionals. An employee with a disability may require an extended absence from…

As we roll into December, many employers will be hosting an office holiday party for their employees. While these events…

The Divisional Court recently upheld a trial decision finding that an employer did not defame a former employee when it…

By: Jeremy Schwartz and Jessica Young Recently, the Ontario Government provided new details regarding the Ontario Retirement Pension Plan (the “ORPP”). The…

Jessica Young discusses recent enforcement activities under the new Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)

A well-drafted contract protects not only the company but also its employees and senior personnel. In a recent decision, Richards v….

In 2020, employers were faced with unprecedented legal challenges brought on by the pandemic. Meanwhile, the courts and tribunals issued…

Many employers find it necessary to assess new employees’ performance on the job before making a final determination about whether…

By: Jeremy Schwartz and Daniel Gaspar On October 2, 2020, Federal Bill C-4, An Act relating to certain measures in response…