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 adequate consideration when presenting the...
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 federal and provincial holidays for 2025, making it easy...
Vacation time and vacation pay can be a real headache for Ontario employers. Figuring out the rules, keeping track of employee time off, and calculating vacation pay may feel like deciphering ancient hieroglyphics. If you feel this way, you’re not alone! Small...
Constructive dismissal is a term you might hear often, but its meaning may not be entirely clear. In this article, we’ll delve into what constructive dismissal entails, why it’s important to understand, and how both employers and employees can navigate...
Scenario: A manufacturing company holds an executive “retreat” in Whistler, B.C. After a day spent hiking, the group of employees gathers around a fire to listen to a team-building consultant hired by the employer. The consultant proposes a “trust building” exercise:...
Consider a scenario where a former employee who has 15 years of service with the company initiates a wrongful dismissal lawsuit against you, the employer. Initially, you perceive it to be insubstantial, as you are aware that the employment contract you provided the...
