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Employment Standards Act, 2000 Changes Effective February 20, 2015
March 10, 2015
On November 20, 2014, Bill 18 received Royal Assent. The following changes are effective February 20, 2015.

Ronald Minken Interviewed in Canadian HR Reporter
March 10, 2015
Ron Minken was interviewed by Liz Bernier for an article in Canadian HR Reporter, February 23, 2015: "You're fired... but not quite yet".

Employer changes mind about changing worker’s hours
March 5, 2015
Canadian Employment Law Today, Feb. 2015 - Oca v. Home Depot of Canada Inc. et. al. - Employer told worker he was getting new shift hours but backtra Read More...

Nova Scotia Increasing the Minimum Wage
March 5, 2015
In order to keep pace with the cost of living in Nova Scotia, on April 1 the provincial government will increase the minimum wage from $10.40 per hour Read More...

Termination Clause Upheld – 2 years work, only 2 weeks wages!
March 3, 2015
In Shapka v. Interbase Consultants Ltd., the Court analyzed the termination clause contained in the employee’s contract of employment and determined Read More...

Breach of Policy Does Not Necessarily Justify Termination for Cause
February 3, 2015
The Ontario Superior Court of Justice’s decision in Schalk v. Sitel further demonstrates the contextual approach for determining whether an employer Read More...

Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce Business Awards March 10, 2015
February 2, 2015
Once again Minken Employment Lawyers had the privilege of supporting local businesses by being a sponsor of the Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce's 20 Read More...

ACCE Chinese Canadian Entrepreneur Awards March 7, 2015
February 2, 2015
Minken Employment Lawyers was proud to be a sponsor of the 2015 ACCE Chinese Canadian Entrepreneur Awards.

International Charity (Not-for-Profit) Organization with Unionized and Non-Unionized employees
"Minken Employment Lawyers has assisted Canadian branch with grievances and labour issues, advising us with respect to our Collective Agreement, drafting employment contracts and advising with respect to ensuring the employment contracts will be upheld in Court, advising and strategizing with respect to terminations and exit packages, as well as various policies and practices relating to employee matters both locally and abroad.”

“Minken & Associates proved to me that not all law firms are the same.” - Z.B.

“Your expertise in cases such as mine was well worth the investment.” - S.S.

“It is always a pleasure dealing with professional companies and yours sets the bar to new heights.” - A.S.

“You are an excellent ambassador to your profession” - L.P.

“83% improvement in the offer value.” - D.R.

“Thank you all again for the outstanding job!” - S.B.

“I credit Mr. Minken and the help he provided for keeping my employment situation intact.” - A.C.

“…welcoming atmosphere right along with the extremely professional service and guidance...” - M.S.

“Several issues, both monetary and otherwise, were resolved, without dispute, to my satisfaction.” - B.R.

“Increased my severance package by 300%! Fantastic result!” - M.E. Read More…

Canada-UK Chamber of Commerce, London, England
“Ronald's presentation at our Chamber of Commerce in London, England, on 'Doing Business in Canada - Employment Law Essentials' was very insightful, thoroughly professional and well-received by our members and guests.”
- Nigel Bacon, Executive Director, Canada-UK Chamber of Commerce, London, England

“Mr. Minken, you are an excellent ambassador to your profession.” - L.P.

Law Firm
“Minken has produced favourable results for our firm in every case that they have handled for us. Ron's advice in handling various employment matters has resulted in substantial financial savings to our firm. Minken truly goes the "extra mile" in providing superior service.”

Executive Termination Settlement avoiding Litigation
“Your efforts and expertise have significantly increased the overall value of the settlement provided to me. Your involvement not only increased the monetary value of the settlement but also served to ensure that several other issues, both monetary and otherwise, were resolved, without dispute, to my satisfaction.” - B.R.

Employment Contract Review - Director of Finances
“I would like to thank Mr. Minken for his help in reviewing my employment contract. I found that he was very informative in providing me with his expert knowledge on matters pertaining to my situation and advising me appropriately. I found that he went above and beyond what I expected, and I greatly appreciate his help. I would highly recommend his services to other people and have already done so.” - G.L.

“Ron, I want to thank you for the excellent job that you did as a mediator in our recent case. Your neutral but effective approach assisted with defusing the tension in the litigation and assisted the parties in appraising the case realistically and practically. It is precisely what I want in a mediator - and too seldom experience.” - Howard Levitt, Levitt LLP

International Charity (Non-for-Profit) Organization with Unionized and Non-Unionized employees
Minken Employment Lawyers has assisted Canadian branch with grievances and labour issues, advising us with respect to our Collective Agreement, drafting employment contracts and advising with respect to ensuring the employment contracts will be upheld in Court, advising and strategizing with respect to terminations and exit packages, as well as various policies and practices relating to employee matters both locally and abroad.”