Employee absenteeism is one of the most challenging issues an employer faces. From administering an attendance management plan, to dealing with chronic absenteeism, to terminating an employee’s employment for failure to report to work, employers are often treading cautiously so as not to infringe on an employee’s privacy or human rights. In this Attendance Management Training Workshop, we guide employers through the basic legal principles relating to attendance management and provide tips on drafting a successful attendance management plan to fit your organizational needs.
Training & Events
From accredited continuing legal education programs to special interest sessions for our clients and invited friends, Hicks Morley's conferences and events offer valuable insight into topical issues important to your business and your professional growth.
Virtual Training
Discrimination in the workplace is multi-faceted. Join Jacqueline Luksha and Anoushka Zachariah on April 8 to learn how to identify the types of discrimination at play and the best practices for responding proactively and reactively.
Virtual Training
Mental health matters—learn how to meet your legal obligations and support your workforce. Join Mornelle Lee and Anoushka Zachariah on January 27 as they discuss the general principles and best practices for accommodating employee mental health in the workplace.
Webinar
Feast on a multi-course menu of professionalism topics inspired by the latest in labour and employment litigation. During this 60-minute webinar, we’ll mix case commentary with ethical reflections and service up plenty of practical guidance.
Webinar
Practical Considerations in Safe Sport for Colleges
December 16, 2025In this one-hour session, we will explore the legal and practical aspects of implementing Safe Sport policies within Canadian colleges. Participants will gain insights into the Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport (UCCMS), understand when and how it applies to their institutions, and learn how to develop effective complaint mechanisms and disciplinary frameworks that align with legal obligations and promote a culture of safety and inclusion in campus athletics.
Webinar
Practical Considerations in Safe Sport for Universities
December 11, 2025In this one-hour session, we will explore the legal and practical aspects of implementing Safe Sport policies within Canadian universities. Participants will gain insights into the Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport (UCCMS), understand when and how it applies to their institutions, and learn how to develop effective complaint mechanisms and disciplinary frameworks that align with legal obligations and promote a culture of safety and inclusion in campus athletics.
Webinar
Build a Better Employment Agreement: Contracts, Clauses, and Provisions
December 10, 2025The world of employment agreements has changed significantly in recent years but through proper terms and structure, employment agreements can help employers mitigate costly litigation and unforeseen financial consequences. This complementary, one-hour webinar will continue with our overview of the essential components of an employment agreement to best protect your organization.
In-Person Training
WSIB Claims Management: The Return-to-Work Process
December 4, 2025The WSIB return-to-work process is complex. Employers must navigate multiple issues such as meeting return-to-work obligations, managing claim costs and addressing potential concurrent employment law issues. This workshop is designed for human resources and disability management professionals with a moderate to high level of experience managing WSIB claims. Those who are new to WSIB claims management are also welcome.
Speaking Engagement
The Canadian Bar Association (CBA): Administrative Law and Labour and Employment Law Conference
November 28, 2025 - November 29, 2025George Vuicic will join a Fireside Judicial Chat with the Honorable Justice David W. Stratas of the Federal Court of Appeal, at the CBA Administrative Law and Labour and Employment Law Conference on November 29.
In-Person Training
Workplace Investigation Training Workshop
November 27, 2025This session focuses on investigation fundamentals. Attendees will learn the key takeaways from case law and best practices for investigating workplace incidents.