Represented a retail employer to successfully oppose broadening of a human rights application to seek a form of accommodation not required by the Human Rights Code.
Industry: Retail & Wholesale Trade
Ontario Government Announces New ORPP Design Details
On January 26, 2016, the Ontario government announced new Ontario Retirement Pension Plan (“ORPP”) design details. Among other things, the announcement provides further clarity and guidance on the following issues of particular interest to employers: coverage, and in particular the definition of “employment in Ontario,” as well as application of the ORPP to non-residents and…
Represented a large retailer in a class action brought by former employees alleging wrongful dismissal claims.
Represented a large retailer in a class action brought by former employees alleging wrongful dismissal claims.
Strategic advisor to multi-location retailer in relation to union negotiations concerning significant business restructuring.
Strategic advisor to multi-location retailer in relation to union negotiations concerning significant business restructuring.
Successfully defended a large retailer in a wrongful dismissal action brought by a senior executive.
Successfully defended a large retailer in a wrongful dismissal action brought by a senior executive.
Construction Project Manager Sentenced to 3.5 Years for Christmas Eve Fatalities
The Metron Construction Corporation (“Metron”) project manager who oversaw the construction project on which a swing stage collapsed, resulting in the deaths of four workers and injury to a fifth, has been sentenced to 3.5 years in jail. In this FTR Now, we discuss the background to this important decision and its significance. On Christmas…
OHS Summit 2012
Topic OHS Reporting Requirements: What You Need to Know After the Blue Mountain Decision
Partners in Prevention 2012
Topic Bill 168: Where Are We Now?
Workplace Law In Canada: A Primer
This Guide provides non-Canadians with an introduction to employment laws and regulations that affect businesses in Canada. It provides an overview of the main differences between Canadian and U.S. workplace laws. To obtain a copy please contact Knowledge Management.
New Mortality Tables in Effect for Ontario Commuted Value Calculations
On December 10, 2015, the Ontario government amended the Regulations under the Pension Benefits Act (“PBA”) to require pension plans to use the new mortality tables when calculating commuted values (“CVs”) for Ontario members. The use of the new mortality assumptions, which are found under section 3500 of the Actuarial Standards Board Standards of Practice…