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Caution to Employers Drafting Employment Contracts: Words Matter
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Caution to Employers Drafting Employment Contracts: Words Matter

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Caution to Employers Drafting Employment Contracts: Words Matter

Recent cases over the first half of 2025 are providing

New Regulations For Gig Workers In Ontario And British Columbia

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Avoiding Discrimination Claims: The Employer’s Guide To Compliant Hiring And Terminations
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Avoiding Discrimination Claims: The Employer’s Guide To Compliant Hiring And Terminations

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Avoiding Discrimination Claims: The Employer’s Guide To Compliant Hiring And Terminations

Hiring and terminating employees are two of the most critical

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Ontario Court Confirms Temporary Lay-Off Clause Is Distinct From Termination Clause

In Taylor v Salytics Inc., 2025 ONSC 3461 (Taylor), the Ontario Superior Court

Crossing Borders With Confidence: Summer Travel Tips For A Smooth Journey

Below we provide our recommendations for best practices for travel

Saskatchewan Minimum Wage Changes
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Saskatchewan Minimum Wage Changes

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Saskatchewan Minimum Wage Changes

Co-Author: Brad Heskin, summer law student In 2022, 2023 and

By Haley O'Halloran|2025-08-01T12:47:03-07:00July 22, 2025|Articles, Communications, Compensation, Compensation & Benefits, Contributor, Discipline, Employment Benefits, Employment Contracts, HR Leadership, Labour Relations, Labour Standards, Payroll, PROVINCES, Saskatchewan, Workers' Compensation|0 Comments

From BBQs To Boundaries: Summer Event Tips Every Employer Should Know
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From BBQs To Boundaries: Summer Event Tips Every Employer Should Know

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From BBQs To Boundaries: Summer Event Tips Every Employer Should Know

Summer's here, and that means it's prime time for employers

International Remote Workers And The ESA: Key OLRB Ruling Explained
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International Remote Workers And The ESA: Key OLRB Ruling Explained

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International Remote Workers And The ESA: Key OLRB Ruling Explained

On March 28, 2025, the Ontario Labour Relations Board (the

Workplace Harassment: The Employer’s Responsibility In The Modern World
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Workplace Harassment: The Employer’s Responsibility In The Modern World

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Workplace Harassment: The Employer’s Responsibility In The Modern World

In the recent decision Metrolinx v Amalgamated Transit Union, Local

“Canadianizing” Employment Agreements And Challenges To Mitigation
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“Canadianizing” Employment Agreements And Challenges To Mitigation

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“Canadianizing” Employment Agreements And Challenges To Mitigation

Background In the recent case of Boyle v. Salesforce.com, 2025

Group Termination: Are There Any Changes In Store For Employers Under Federal Jurisdiction?
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Group Termination: Are There Any Changes In Store For Employers Under Federal Jurisdiction?

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Group Termination: Are There Any Changes In Store For Employers Under Federal Jurisdiction?

The current economic climate is forcing many employers to reassess

Unlimited Vacation: Dream or Drama?
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Unlimited Vacation: Dream or Drama?

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Unlimited Vacation: Dream or Drama?

Unlimited Vacation sounds great in theory – employees take time

Canada Increases Wage Threshold Under The Temporary Foreign Worker Program
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Canada Increases Wage Threshold Under The Temporary Foreign Worker Program

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Canada Increases Wage Threshold Under The Temporary Foreign Worker Program

Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) has announced an increase

Off-Duty Sexual Harassment May Still Trigger A Duty To Investigate
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Off-Duty Sexual Harassment May Still Trigger A Duty To Investigate

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Off-Duty Sexual Harassment May Still Trigger A Duty To Investigate

In a significant decision for employers, the Ontario Court of

By Haley O'Halloran|2025-07-08T08:17:05-07:00July 8, 2025|Accessibility, Accommodation, Alberta, Anti-Harassment & Bullying, Articles, British Columbia, Change Management, Code of Conduct & Ethics, Communications, Computer, Internet & Social Media, Confidentiality & Proprietary Information, Conflict & Dispute Resolution, Constructive Dismissal, Contributor, Discipline, Discrimination, Employee Relations, Employment Contracts, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, Federal, Harassment, HR Leadership, HR Program Management, Information Security, Labour Relations, Labour Standards, Manitoba, Mental Health, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Off-Duty Conduct, Ontario, Organizational Development, Prince Edward Island, Privacy, PROVINCES, Québec, Retention, Saskatchewan, Sexual Harassment, Termination, Yukon|0 Comments

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