Labour and employment in the developmental services sector continues to evolve amid shifting regulations and workforce demands. Hicks Morley’s Charles Hofley and Jessica Toldo will be highlighting key legal developments impacting the sector at the 2026 OASIS Annual Conference on April 23.
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.
In-Person Training
Duty to Accommodate Workshop
April 30, 2026In this hands-on, interactive workshop, we will review the tools needed to address and manage disability and accommodation issues in the workplace.
Virtual Training
The session will include instructional components, video demonstrations and discussion regarding strategies to deal with issues that can arise when conducting investigations. Attendees will receive a detailed digital manual entitled, “Hicks Morley’s Guide to Conducting Investigations into Workplace Complaints.”
In-Person Training
Attendance Management Training Workshop
May 12, 2026Finding the right balance between employee rights and workplace absenteeism is never simple. Join Laura Buck and Grant Nuttall on May 12 to strengthen your attendance management approach.
Conference
Healthcare Conference
June 3, 2026We are pleased to present our Healthcare Conference 2026. This full-day program focused on the labour and employment law issues shaping today’s healthcare workplaces, will provide you with a wide variety of topics relevant to human resources professionals and in-house counsel working in Healthcare. We’ll conclude the day with a cocktail party—an opportunity to connect with colleagues and continue the conversation.
Conference
Hicks Morley invites law students to join us for an Open House on June 12, 2025 at 5 p.m. The session will feature an interactive, moderated panel discussion, followed by a networking reception. Our firm’s lawyers will provide practical advice to help you achieve your career goals, and gain insight into the Hicks Morley student experience.
Virtual Training
In this session, attendees will apply the skills they learned during the Workplace Investigation Training Workshop: Investigation Fundamentals and Best Practices (Part 1) by taking part in an interactive investigation exercise.
Webinar
Build a Better Employment Agreement: Drafting Essentials
June 17, 2026Employment agreements evolve—and your templates should too. Join Hicks Morley’s Elisha Jamieson-Davis, Natasha Monkman and Amy Tibble on June 17 as they break down common pressure points and practical tips for drafting employment contracts that stand up in practice. Register now to learn how small drafting changes can reduce big employment risks.
In-Person Training
Master the WSIB and WSIAT appeals process with confidence. Join Stephanie Savoni and Rebecca Feldman on June 18 to learn how to avoid common pitfalls, prepare evidence and develop a strong theory of case while gaining insights into effective advocacy.
Webinar
Expectations and obligations continue to evolve as employers refine return to office strategies. Join Nigel McKechnie and Kelly Brennan on June 24 for a focused webinar designed for financial services employers navigating the legal and practical challenges of remote and hybrid work. Register today to secure your spot!