On December 16, 2024, the federal government issued its 2024 Fall Economic Statement. The Statement covers a wide array of initiatives including several proposals that, if they were to be implemented, will be of interest to employers, human resources professionals and pension plan administrators. Early Retirement Benefits in the Public Service The government has proposed…
Industry: Municipalities & Municipal Agencies
Ontario Government Introduces Municipal Accountability Act, 2024
On December 12, 2024, the Ontario government introduced Bill 241, Municipal Accountability Act, 2024 (Bill 241). If passed, this proposed legislation would provide the government with the ability to establish a standardized provincial code of conduct for municipalities. Bill 241 also expands the oversight powers of the Integrity Commissioner of Ontario and creates new mechanisms…
Workplace Investigation Training Workshop
This session focuses on investigation fundamentals. Attendees will learn the key takeaways from case law and best practices for investigating workplace incidents.
Ontario Municipal Human Resources Association (OMHRA): HR Navigator Line: Inside/Outside Bargaining: Current Trends and Strategies
In this webinar, Stephanie Jeronimo and Kenji Nuhn will review the latest inside/outside settlements in the municipal sector. Join them to learn more about the recent trends, potential risks and the information you need to know to be prepared for your upcoming round of bargaining.
Association of Municipalities Ontario (AMO) and Hicks Morley: Competing Rights: What You Need to Know
Njeri Damali Sojourner-Campbell and Armin Sohrevardi will deliver a training session designed to help elected officials navigate sensitive situations that pit rights of one group against the rights of others.
Ontario Bar Association Construction & Infrastructure Law/Municipal Law Program: Nailing Down the Key Issues for Getting Projects Built in Ontario
In this program focused on key issues facing both public- and private-sector clients who are working to get projects built in Ontario
Ontario Municipal Human Resources Association (OMHRA) Fall Conference: It’s NOT Business as Usual
Overview The OMHRA Fall Conference gives municipal human resources professionals an opportunity to connect and explore timely and topical sessions. We look forward to reconnecting and providing information and advice in the following presentations. Victoria McCorkindale will review how AI is being introduced into the workplace, the importance of an AI use policy, the anticipated…
Ontario Municipal Human Resources Association (OMHRA): Designing Recruitment Processes to Create Diverse and Inclusive Workplaces
In this 45-minute presentation designed for municipal human resources professionals, Amanda Cohen and Stephanie Jeronimo will discuss how to design a recruitment process that increases representation of historically underrepresented groups and how to make use of special program provisions under the Human Rights Code to achieve goals of diversity, equity and inclusivity.
Ontario Municipal Human Resources Association (OMHRA): Designing Recruitment Processes to Create Diverse and Inclusive Workplaces
In this 45-minute presentation designed for municipal human resources professionals, Amanda Cohen and Anoushka Zachariah will discuss how to design a recruitment process that increases representation of historically underrepresented groups and how to make use of special program provisions under the Human Rights Code to achieve goals of diversity, equity and inclusivity.
The Growing Your Workforce Conference
This year’s Growing Your Workforce Conference, hosted by Workforce WindsorEssex, focuses on addressing workforce development challenges and opportunities across Southwestern Ontario. It is an event where ideas are exchanged, best practices are shared, and solutions are crafted to address the pressing issues facing workforces, talent pipelines and local labour markets.