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Tribunal Decision in Rougoor v. Goodlife Fitness: A Wake-Up Call for Employers
October 25, 2024
The Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario delivered a significant decision highlighting crucial considerations for employers regarding the duty to investig Read More...

Federally Regulated Employers: The Pay Equity Plan Deadline and Beyond
October 21, 2024
September 3, 2024, marked a significant milestone for federally regulated employers, as it was the final deadline for posting the first pay equity pla Read More...

Temporary Help Agencies and Recruiters – Ontario’s New Licensing Regime
October 11, 2024
Ontario's employment laws have seen a major update with the introduction of a licensing regime for temporary help agencies and recruiters.

Navigating Aggravated Damages for Mental Distress in Employment Terminations
October 7, 2024
The Ontario Court of Appeal has confirmed the lowered threshold for awarding aggravated damages for mental distress.

Landmark UN Complaint Filed by Employers Association Against Federal Government: A Deep Dive into Labour Breaches
July 18, 2024
This UN complaint, a first of its kind, alleges that the Canadian government has failed to uphold essential labour conventions.

Court of Appeal – Navigating Deadlines To Appeal
July 11, 2024
This landmark ruling underscores the importance of understanding contractual obligations and the intricacies of legal deadlines.

Ontario’s Bill 149: Key Changes Impacting Employers & Workers
July 3, 2024
Ontario's employment landscape witnessed significant changes with the enactment of Bill 149, the Working for Workers Four Act, 2024.

The Pitfalls of Fixed-Term Contracts: What Employers Need to Know
June 6, 2024
Explore some of the key pitfalls of fixed-term contracts and why they may not be the best option for employers.

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