On January 16, 2015, the Ontario Ministry of Finance launched a public consultation on regulations to support the new requirement to insure long-term disability benefits. As previously reported, the Ontario government passed as yet unproclaimed amendments to the Insurance Act requiring employers who provide their employees with long-term disability (“LTD”) plan benefits to insure the…
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Court Upholds Two-Year Limit on LOE Benefits for Workers Age 63 or Older
The Ontario Divisional Court’s recent decision upholding the two-year limitation on loss of earnings (“LOE”) benefits for workers age 63 and older should reassure employers that Ontario courts take notice that LOE benefits are not meant to be paid for life. Section 43(1)(c) of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act (“WSIA”) limits LOE entitlement for…
Stephen Shamie Named in 2015 Lexpert®/American Lawyer Guide
Hicks Morley is pleased to announce that Stephen Shamie has once again been recognized as one of the country’s top practitioners in the 2015 Lexpert®/American Lawyer Guide to the Leading 500 Lawyers in Canada. He is featured in the prestigious guide based on peer recommendations for his distinguished expertise in Labour Law.
Hicks Morley Hits the Bull’s-Eye in 2015 Lexpert®/American Lawyer Guide
Hicks Morley is pleased to announce it has once again ranked as the leading law firm in the Labour Relations and Pensions category according to the 2015 Lexpert®/American Lawyer Guide to the Leading 500 Lawyers in Canada. Practice groups included in this category are Employment Law, Labour Relations, Labour Relations (Construction Sector), Occupational Health & Safety,…
Updated CRA Form For Direct Transfers Between Registered Plans
On December 24, 2014, the Canada Revenue Agency (“CRA”) published a new electronic version of form T2151, “Direct Transfer of a Single Amount Under Subsection 147(19) or Section 147.3.” Deferred profit sharing plan trustees or registered pension plan administrators recording the direct transfer of a single amount for an applicant should ensure that the correct…
The Legal 500 Canada 2015 Recognized Hicks Morley as Leaders in Labour and Employment Law
“Practical and passionate about their work…” “…A stand out firm in the labour relations and pension space.” Legal 500 Canada 2015 Hicks Morley has been recognized as a leader in the field of Labour and Employment law by the Legal 500 Canada 2015 guide. Partner Stephen Shamie, was listed among the “Leading lawyers” nationwide and…
Hicks Morley Welcomes Elisha Jamieson-Davies and Gregory Power into the Partnership
Hicks Morley is pleased to announce that Elisha Jamieson-Davies and Gregory Power have been invited to join the partnership. Both continue to develop their thriving practices, Greg in all areas of employment and labour law, with a special focus on federally regulated organizations, and Elisha as a litigator with a niche in class action litigation on behalf of employers. Both…
New CASL Provision May Have Impact On Bring Your Own Device Policies
Employers should be aware that a provision of Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (“CASL”) is coming into force on January 15, 2015 which may have an impact on employers’ bring your own devices (“BYOD”) policies. Section 8 of CASL prohibits a person from installing or “causing to be installed”, in the course of commercial activity, a computer…
Alberta Extends Important Pension Reform Deadlines
As we previously reported, Alberta’s new Employment Pension Plans Act (the “EPPA”) and the accompanying Employment Pension Plans Regulation (“EPPA Regulations”) came into force on September 1, 2014. The new EPPA and the EPPA Regulations completely overhauled the existing pension legislation in Alberta, requiring significant alterations to pension plan terms and administrative practices of pension…
Alberta Amends Deadlines Relating to EPPA Reforms
On December 18, 2014, the Alberta government implemented a number of amendments to its Employment Pension Plans Regulation (“EPPA Regulations”), which came into force on September 1, 2014. Among other matters, the amendments provide the following: Extended Deadline – File EPPA Plan Amendments by June 30, 2015. Pension plans registered in Alberta and plans registered elsewhere…