Training & Events

Conference / Seminar

Advantage CPD: Recent Developments and a Look Ahead

June 15, 2023
Breakfast: 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. ET
Session: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET
RBC Place London Salon B, 300 York St London, ON

Hicks Morley is pleased to announce that we will be holding a regional, in-person Advantage CPD session in London, Ontario on June 15, 2023.

Webinar

Advantage CPD: Legal Update on Emerging Issues in Universities

November 22, 2022
4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. ET

The university sector is faced with varied challenges and legislative changes on a regular basis. This session will delve into some of the latest decisions and legal developments affecting the sector.

Webinar

Advantage CPD: Going Viral – COVID-19 Advice for Employers

March 16, 2020
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

As the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Canada continues to rise, so too are the challenges that employers are facing across the country. Join us for a one-hour webinar as our presenters answer frequently asked questions and provide information on some of the key issues affecting employers with respect to the virus.

Speaking Engagement

Law Society of Ontario: The Six-Minute Labour Lawyer 2019

June 20, 2019
9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Overview It’s been a busy year. Many important provincial and federal arbitration, labour board, and court cases have been released, impacting various facets of labour law. Turn to our presenting arbitrators, labour board adjudicators, union counsel, and management lawyers for concise highlights and valuable commentary on a range of cases, topical issues, and legislative developments….

Conference / Seminar

2019 Healthcare Conference

May 23, 2019
Registration: 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Session: 10:00 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Cocktail Networking Reception: 3:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
37 King Street East, Toronto, ON

Join us at our 2019 Healthcare Conference which will cover a wide variety of topics relevant to human resources professionals within hospitals, long-term care facilities and other healthcare providers.

Webinar

WSIB Chronic Mental Stress Policy: One Year Later

May 13, 2019
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. EDT
Webinar

Since January 2018, workers have been entitled to WSIB benefits for chronic mental stress where the chronic mental stress is caused by a substantial work-related stressor such as workplace harassment and other criteria are satisfied. This Advantage CPD session will provide employers with a practical update on how this policy is being applied by the WSIB at each stage of claim adjudication, and how these WSIB claims may impact proceedings in other forums.

Workshop

Sexual Harassment Incident Response Workshop

March 6, 2019
Registration / Breakfast: 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Session: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
30 Fairway Road South, Kitchener, ON

Your new hire is alleging that she was sexually harassed by the VP Sales Canada at an industry event – and before you can investigate, the incident goes viral. You know how to run an investigation, but how will you manage everything else about the incident? And what happens when things go off the rails?

Speaking Engagement

Law Society of Ontario Six Minute Labour Lawyer 2018 Conference

June 21, 2018
9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
130 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON

Overview The Law Society of Ontario Six Minute Labour Lawyer 2018 Conference comprises keen analysis on the most important provincial and federal arbitration, labour board, and court cases from crucial viewpoints: arbitrators, labour board adjudicators, union counsel, and management lawyers. They present valuable and topical commentary on a range of issues, from changes to labour legislation to new…

Conference / Seminar

Advantage CPD: The “Four Ws” of the New WSIB Chronic Mental Stress Policy

June 11, 2018
Registration: 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Seminar: 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
77 King Street West, 39th floor, Toronto, ON

Since January 2018, workers may be entitled to WSIB benefits for chronic mental stress where the chronic mental stress is caused by a substantial work-related stressor such as an incident of workplace harassment. This Advantage CPD session will provide employers a better understanding of such claims, of best practices regarding mental stress in their workplaces and practical tips to reduce their liability.

Conference / Seminar

2018 London Client Conference

May 15, 2018
Breakfast: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Session: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
300 York St., London, ON

Join us as we discuss these latest legal developments and more as we present effective tips, strategies and best practices that can help your organization stay on the leading edge of human resources management.

Workshop

Workplace Investigation Training – London

April 17, 2018
Registration/Breakfast: 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Session: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
1150 Wellington Road South, London, ON

This workshop focuses on essential investigation skills required by HR Professionals who are charged with investigating workplace incidents including: workplace harassment and violence complaints, discrimination and harassment complaints under the Human Rights Code, employee misconduct such as suspected sick leave abuse or time theft, and more!

Speaking Engagement

Building A Better Farm: Are You Labour Law Compliant?

March 22, 2018
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
443 James Street, Delhi, ON

Overview Do you hire farm labour? Whether employing family members or off-shore workers, it is important to make sure you are compliant with laws & regulations. Plan to attend this FREE workshop to learn how Bill 148 has changed the landscape of labour laws on the farm; how to ensure compliance when hiring off-shore labourers;…

Conference / Seminar

Advantage CPD: The Nuts and Bolts of Bill 148: Are You Prepared? – London (Encore Session)

October 31, 2017
8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
300 King Street (Queen Victoria Boardroom), London, ON

Bill 148 proposes sweeping changes to employment and labour laws in Ontario, creating substantial compliance obligations and potential risks for employers. Amendments to the Bill were passed in August and even more changes may occur when the House returns in September. Most of the Bill’s changes will come into effect on January 1, 2018…

Conference / Seminar

Advantage CPD: The Nuts and Bolts of Bill 148: Are You Prepared? – London

October 25, 2017
8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
300 King Street, London, ON

Bill 148 proposes sweeping changes to employment and labour laws in Ontario, creating substantial compliance obligations and potential risks for employers. Amendments to the Bill were passed in August and even more changes may occur when the House returns in September. Most of the Bill’s changes will come into effect on January 1, 2018.

Workshop

Accommodation Training Workshop – Waterloo

October 19, 2017
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
30 Fairway Road South, At Hwy. 8, Kitchener, ON

There’s no such thing as “textbook” accommodation. Whether your employee has a challenging physical or mental disability that impacts their ability to do the job, childcare problems that interfere with their performance, faith-related obligations or is in the process of transitioning, how you respond to that individual’s request – or don’t – can mean significant liability for your organization. Are you prepared?

Speaking Engagement

The Six-Minute Labour Lawyer 2017

June 20, 2017
9:00 am - 12:30 pm
130 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON

Description Another busy year has brought significant provincial and federal arbitration, labour board, and court cases. If you’ve missed any of the analysis, then you can’t afford to miss our annual update. Arbitrators, labour board adjudicators, union counsel, and management lawyers form the backbone of our panel, providing you with valuable commentary on a wide…

Speaking Engagement

OBA: 14th Annual Current Issues in Employment Law – Webcast Replay

December 21, 2016

Topic Enforceability of Employment Contracts since Machtinger Practical advice on how to draft, enforce and challenge termination clauses in light of evolving caselaw How recent developments may impact your drafting and the advice you provide: from early termination of fixed term contracts, to severability and probationary clauses and more Agenda    

Conference / Seminar

2016 London Client Conference

May 30, 2016
8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
London, ON

Change is a constant in the human resources world: ongoing developments in the law, whether through new legislation or the courts, and the rapid evolution of best practices create a fast-paced learning environment for human resources professionals.

Speaking Engagement

The Six-Minute Labour Lawyer 2016

May 26, 2016
9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Toronto, ON

Topic Criminal Liability for Workplace Hazards – Nadine Zacks Welcome and Opening Remarks – Jodi Gallagher Healy (Conference Co-Chair)   Agenda  

Speaking Engagement

The Six Minute Labour Lawyer – 2015

June 5, 2015
Toronto, ON

Topics Enforcing Non-disclosure Clauses: The Jan Wong Case Civility and the Limits to Vigorous Representation Agenda Co-Chair Mark H. Mason

Conference / Seminar

Human Rights Update 2015

May 6, 2015
Toronto, ON

Materials Agenda With human rights-related litigation and Applications at the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario on the rise, employers and service providers alike must be prepared to address and manage these increasingly complex and critical issues within their organizations. From harassment and accommodation, to attendance management and benefits, human rights issues can impact a broad…

Conference / Seminar

Human Rights Update 2014: Accommodation and the Diverse Workforce

November 26, 2014
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Toronto, ON

Materials Case Law Summaries PowerPoint Presentation Slides Agenda As the workforce in Ontario has become increasingly diverse, the range and complexity of accommodation issues facing Ontario employers have also grown substantially.  Keeping up with the continually-evolving legal landscape with respect to accommodation issues can be a challenge for many busy Corporate Counsel and Human Resources…

Conference / Seminar

Mid-Year Check-In: Key Developments in Labour Arbitration Law (Accredited)

June 18, 2014
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Toronto, ON

The purpose of this session is to provide in-house counsel with updates on key developments in labour arbitration law and to discuss how to apply lessons drawn from key cases to strengthen policy, disciplinary and labour relations decisions in the following areas: Workplace Violence and Harassment: The potential areas of non-compliance that every employer should…

Conference / Seminar

2014 Toronto Client Conference

April 3, 2014
8:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Toronto, ON

Stay on the leading edge of Human Resources change Change is a constant in the human resources world – with new laws and court decisions and the evolution of best practices. Employers must take the lead in responding to these emerging challenges – and Hicks Morley is pleased to be your partner in navigating this…

Conference / Seminar

2014 Toronto Client Conference

April 1, 2014
8:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Toronto, ON

April 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 22, 24 and 29, 2014 View Map Stay on the leading edge of Human Resources change Change is a constant in the human resources world – with new laws and court decisions and the evolution of best practices. Employers must take the lead in responding to these emerging challenges…

Speaking Engagement

CACE 8th Annual Conference

September 22, 2011
Niagara Falls, ON

Topic Cross Canada Human Rights Overview and Update Labour Conflict and Injunctions: Advance Planning Strategic Communications and the Role of Labour and Employment Counsel The Supreme Court’s Fraser Decision and its Impact on the Future of Collective Bargaining and Labour Relations: Legal and Practical Issues for Employers Material Paper: The Labour Injunction in Canada