An End to Legislated Age Discrimination?
A recent human rights ruling is a complete game-changer for older working employees – hopefully reducing age discrimination.
Through the Smoke: Employee Rights and Cannabis Legalization
By October, employes should be aware of federal and provincial laws and policies and regarding drug use in the workplace, with the legalization of cannabis.
When Being Suspended Without Pay is Constructive Dismissal
Sometimes your employer is allowed to suspend you without pay, which is a constructive dismissal. Other times, this is a breach of your employment contract.
Employment Law Update: Mid-Year Report
Employment Law Update: Mid-Year Report In this blog, as we enter the dog days of summer, I will review five current trends and developments in Ontario’s employment laws. 1. A New Sheriff is in Town: The PC party has replaced the Liberal party as Ontario’s governing...Increasing Damages for Sexual Assault in the Workplace
Human rights damages are often low. However, the HRTO recently released two significant decisions involving sexual assault that awarding higher amounts.
The Cost of Terminating Employees When a Business is Sold
The Cost of Terminating Employees When a Business is Sold When a business is sold the cost of terminating unwanted employees can significantly impact the sale price. The purchaser does not want to pay the cost of terminating long service employees, and the seller...Parental Leave And EI: Confusion From The 2018 Budget
The recent 2018 Federal Budget contains changes to EI rights which many believe changes the right to parental leave. Learn more in this article.