This session focuses on recognizing, addressing and responding to discrimination in the workplace. Discrimination in the workplace is multi-faceted (including direct, indirect, and systemic discrimination, unconscious bias, microaggressions, retaliations and reprisals, conduct by exclusion and abuse of authority). Without proper identification, discrimination cannot be appropriately addressed and combatted. This session will provide attendees with the tools necessary to identify the various types of discrimination at play in the workplace, and will provide legal and practical takeaways and best practices for responding proactively and reactively.
Training & Events
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2024 Labour Relations Seminar: An Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) and Hicks Morley Event
January 23, 2024 - January 25, 2024In this annual labour relations seminar, we—along with Ontario fire chiefs and renowned guest speakers—will provide insight and guidance on labour relations issues currently impacting the fire service.
Speaking Engagement
In-house counsel have a critical role when big issues arise. New challenges and changing expectations continue to shape the labour and employment landscape, with issues often finding their way into public discourse.
Speaking Engagement
Ontario Municipal Human Resources Association (OMHRA) Spring Workshop
April 19, 2023 - April 20, 2023The OMHRA Spring Workshop is the largest municipal human resources meeting of its kind in Ontario, attracting over 150 of Ontario’s leading municipal human resources professionals.
Speaking Engagement
Bill 27 Update: The Latest on Licensing and Regulatory Requirements
January 18, 2023Ontario’s Bill 27, the Working for Workers Act, 2021, has proposed several amendments to the Employment Standards Act, 2000. Major changes include the prohibition of non-compete agreements, new licensing requirements for temporary help agencies and recruiters, and the adoption of a right-to-disconnect policy for employers with 25 or more employees.
Speaking Engagement
During this annual law update, nine of Hicks Morley’s partners and associates will present topics and updates in labour and employment law and host a Q&A panel to address questions directly.