A recent Alberta Employment Standards Appeals decision is a good reminder that informal HR practices don’t age well, especially when it comes to vacation, holidays, and salaried employees. In McGonigle v Ocean Fluids Ltd. (2026 ABESAB 3), the Appeal Body had to...
A recent Ontario Labour Relations Board (OLRB) decision is a stark reminder that overtime rules and reprisal protections under the ESA are taken very seriously, and that mistakes in classification, record-keeping, or reactions to employee complaints can quickly become...
As an employer in 2026, managing sick leave isn’t just about tracking hours, it’s about navigating a rapidly changing legislative landscape. Across Canada, the “doctor’s note” is becoming a thing of the past for short-term absences. Governments...
Our clients often tell us some version of this: “The issues were obvious. We’d talked to the employee multiple times. They knew there was a problem.” Unfortunately, courts don’t decide cases based on what felt obvious at the time. They decide them based on process,...
Extreme cold is one of the most challenging weather conditions in Canada, particularly for individuals who work outside. For employers navigating the complexities of outdoor work, it’s crucial to grasp and address cold stress. Cold stress, a condition brought on...
