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March 31, 2026

Employment disputes over contract changes can quickly escalate into costly litigation, reputational risk, and operational disruption.

Federal Employers Beware – Court Invalidates Termination Clause!

February 25, 2026

For federal employers, the financial exposure of an invalid termination clause is significant and directly affects termination planning.

Starting a Lawsuit While on Working Notice Can Reduce Your Entitlement

December 29, 2025

Starting a lawsuit too early can significantly reduce your recovery, even when your underlying claim is strong.

Canada Layoffs 2025: What Employers and Workers Must Know

November 17, 2025

There has been an uptick in layoffs across Canada, driven by global trade pressures, sector-specific downturns and structural shifts in business model Read More...

Termination Clauses vs. Equity Compensation: Under Appeal
July 31, 2025
Employers can protect their interests by proper drafting and proactive legal review, particularly when it comes to long-term incentive compensation.

Returning to the Office? Make Sure Your Return Plan is Legally Compliant
July 8, 2025
Return-to-office plans aren’t just operational, they’re legal. Employers who fail to align their policies with their practices could be exposed.

Ontario Court of Appeal – ESA Compliant Language Can Exclude Common Law Notice
June 23, 2025
Helpful guidance for employers: when properly drafted, unambiguous termination clauses prevent costly common law notice claims.

Supreme Court of Canada Ruling in Dufault v. Municipality of Ignace Stands: ESA Compliance in Termination Clauses Is Non-Negotiable
June 13, 2025
The Dufault v. Ignace (Township) case is yet another warning to employers that ESA compliance is not optional.

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Executive Termination Settlement avoiding Litigation
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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.”