Business Operation: Ontario

Ontario Intends to Extend WSIB Coverage to More Frontline Workers

· 1 min read

On April 8, 2026, Ontario’s Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development announced that it will be tabling legislation that, if passed, will extend mandatory Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) coverage to workers employed in all privately operated residential care facilities, retirement homes and group homes in the province. The extension of WSIB…

New Public Sector Cybersecurity Governance & Student Digital Information Transparency Obligations in Force July 1

· 3 min read

Ontario’s public sector is expanding cyber and digital obligations for public sector organizations on July 1. Scott Williams highlights two new regulations under the Enhancing Digital Security and Trust Act, 2024 that introduce mandatory cybersecurity governance requirements and new transparency obligations for school boards.

Ontario Launches Canada’s First Occupational Exposure Registry Self-Tracker

· 4 min read

Ontario has launched Canada’s first Occupational Exposure Registry. This timely analysis from Nadine Zacks helps employers understand the registry’s scope, purpose, and limits within Ontario’s existing health and safety framework.

Arbitrator Reinstates Steelworker in Safety Sensitive Role Following Termination for Cannabis Use During Lunch Break

· 2 min read

When does lunch break cannabis use justify termination—especially in a safety sensitive role? In this article, Matthew Wronko provides an analysis of a recent arbitration award and what this means for employers drafting drug and alcohol and fitness for duty policies

Divisional Court Reinforces Tradition of Judicial Deference to Ontario’s Labour Relations Board

· 5 min read

Judicial deference to the OLRB remains firmly intact, especially in construction labour relations. In this article, Thomas Trudell reviews a recent Divisional Court decision affirming the OLRB’s authority in construction work assignment disputes and its long‑standing approach to jurisdictional issues.

“No News” May Not Mean “No New Employment”: Settlement Drafting Lessons From Cross v. Cooling Tower Maintenance Inc.

· 4 min read

When it comes to settlement agreements, precision is non-negotiable. In this article, Justin Jalea explores the recent Cross v. Cooling Tower maintenance Inc. decision and provides important reminders for employers drafting settlement agreements involving salary continuance and clawback provisions.