Case Study: Dorceus v. Ontario, 2026 ONCA 321 In a significant 2026 decision, the Ontario Court of Appeal dismissed a large-scale lawsuit brought by more than 400 healthcare workers challenging Ontario’s COVID-19 vaccination policies and related workplace...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming part of everyday operations for Canadian small businesses and nonprofit organizations. From drafting emails and job descriptions to screening resumes, summarizing meetings, and analyzing data, AI tools promise speed and...
A recent cyber incident involving Canada Life has exposed the personal information of up to 70,000 individuals, most of them tied to a single employer-sponsored benefits and retirement plan. While the breach is still under investigation, the takeaway for employers is...
The Government of Ontario is proposing new changes that could directly impact how employers handle workplace costs, especially in industries like retail, hospitality, and food service. If passed, amendments to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 would prohibit...
A recent decision from the Ontario Court of Appeal highlights the devastating financial consequences of inadequate internal controls, confirming a massive damages award against a rogue employee. Foster v. Prado (2026 ONCA 277) In Foster v. Prado, an office manager...
