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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
Lessons from Vestergaard v Destiny Media Technologies Inc., 2025 BCSC 2093 In October 2025, the British Columbia Supreme Court dismissed all claims brought by Steven Vestergaard, the founder and...
Lessons from Garbage King Inc. v Voth, 2025 ABKB 661 The Background – A Classic Small-Business Break-Up Garbage King Inc. was a start-up Calgary waste-management company launched in January 2022....
Lessons from Tompkins v. Peninsula Grill, 2025 HRTO 2783 The Facts – A Classic Small-Restaurant Nightmare Michelle Tompkins has Cerebral Palsy. She can only safely work 25–30 hours bi-weekly before...
Managing employees is not just about hiring the right people. It’s about knowing how to respond when things are not going well. One of the most common mistakes small businesses and nonprofits make...
As of January 1, 2026, several important changes to employment standards are now in force across Saskatchewan. The updates affect how tips are handled, when employers can request sick notes, and who...
