The Ontario Ministry of Labour, Training, and Skills Development (MLTSD) conducts workplace inspections and investigations to ensure compliance with the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA), the...
The Ontario Court of Appeal’s decision in De Castro v. Arista Homes Limited, 2025 ONCA 260 reinforces the principle that employment termination clauses must strictly comply with the Employment...
Case Study: The Cost of Changing Long-Standing Work Arrangements Without Proper Notice Overview In Nickles v. 628810 Alberta Ltd., the Alberta Court found that an employer constructively dismissed a...
This case involves an application by Rabia Rehman ("Rehman") under the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the "Act") for review of an Employment Standards Officer’s (ESO) decision. Rehman alleged that...
In Sui v. HungryPanda Tech Ltd., 2024 BCSC 1856, the Supreme Court of British Columbia invalidated a termination clause in an employment agreement due to the employer's failure to provide "fresh" or...
Background: Imperial Printing, a printing company based in Edmonton, faced a legal challenge when a long-time employee resigned and moved to a competitor, Westkey Graphics. The company claimed that...
As we head into 2025, it's time for HR professionals to get organized! This year brings some exciting changes to the statutory holiday landscape in Canada. We've created a detailed breakdown of all...
As we approach the end of the year, many organizations find themselves reviewing policies, planning year-end activities, and ensuring compliance across a range of HR areas. Whether you're preparing...
Managing employee leaves can be challenging. As workplace dynamics evolve post-pandemic, the complexities surrounding leaves of absence and medical documentation have intensified. Employers need a...
Managing a workplace can be challenging, with numerous responsibilities that demand an employer’s constant attention. One potential issue that employers face is the risk of workplace harassment...
