According to the Canadian Mental Health Association about 50% of the population will experience a mental health issue by age 40 and in any given year.
The Ontario Superior Court of Justice held that a constructively dismissed employee was entitled to the compensation he would have received.
Holiday parties can be a great way for employers to show appreciation for a year of hard work, but they can come with some potential liabilities.
The Ontario Superior Court considered if an employee’s failure to return to work after disability benefits were denied amounted to a resignation.
The holidays are a time that can prove problematic for employers who are sure to get multiple requests for vacation around this time of year.
Bill 177, the Stronger, Fairer Ontario Act (Budget Measures), 2017, overhauled the Occupational Health and Safety Act’s sentencing regime.
Federal Elections in Canada: Employee Rights and Employer Obligations discussed in our blog. Learn more about the history and laws of voting.
Many workers are unaware of their rights and may be vulnerable to employers who might classify them in such a way as to limit their compensation.