A federal election has been called for April 28, 2025 (election day). As the candidates hit the campaign trail and election day rapidly approaches, this FTR Now provides guidance to employers on their obligations to their employees under the Canada Elections Act (Act).
Insights
Hicks Morley publishes a number of materials, both electronic and print, on issue-specific and sector-specific topics of interest to our clients. Our insights section has links to all of our various publications, updates and blogs, both current and historical, to keep you informed of developments in the law that impact human resources.
Safe Sport
New Canadian Safe Sport Program Rules in Effect as of April 1, 2025
New Canadian Safe Sport Program (CSSP) Rules are now in effect – what does this mean for federally funded sport organizations? As of April 1, 2025, the new #CSSP Rules apply to national national-level sport organizations, with significant updates around administration and compliance. In this Safe Sport, Brittany Bates, Frank Cesario, and Kayley Leon breakdown what’s changed and how organizations can ensure they meet the new standards.
FTR Now
Federal Government Publishes Temporary Employment Insurance Measures Addressing Economic Impacts From Tariffs
On April 9, the Federal Government released the full text of the temporary Employment Insurance Regulations (Pilot Project No. 24), addressing the economic impacts from the tariffs. In this FTR Now, Andrew Easto explores what these temporary changes mean for impacted workers and employers.
FTR Now
Ontario Court of Appeal Denies Crown Leave to Appeal, Affirms City of Greater Sudbury Exercised Due Diligence in Workplace Fatality
The Ontario Court of Appeal has denied the Crown’s motion for leave to appeal, finding the City of Greater Sudbury successfully exercised due diligence under the Occupational Health and Safety Act. In this FTR Now, Stephanie Jeronimo and Allison E. MacIsaac explore the Court’s reasoning and what it means for employers moving forward.
Human Resources Legislative Update
Ontario Government Announces $11 Billion in Relief Measures for Workers and Businesses Amid Economic Uncertainty Due to U.S. Tariffs
On April 7, 2025, the Ontario announced approximately $11 billion in relief and support for workers and businesses to protect the province’s economy from economic uncertainty and the impact of U.S. tariffs.
FTR Now
Ontario Employers Take Note: Pending Changes to the Employment Standards Act, 2000
Since 2021, the Ontario government has passed a series of Bills each with some variation of the title, “Working for Workers Act”. These Bills have amended a range of employment-related statutes, including the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA).
Case In Point
WSIB Decision Determines Employer Not in Breach of Re-Employment Obligations After Terminating Employee Who Misrepresented Extent of Workplace Injuries
In a recent decision, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) clarified Policy 19-02-09, (Re-employment Obligations) (the Policy), which outlines conditions under which employers must re-employ workers who are unable to work due to work-related injuries or illnesses.
FTR Now
Collective Bargaining and Negotiating Theory: Insights into Tariff Tactics
The current tariff disputes triggered by the U.S. administration have left many understandably dazed and confused. However, amid these increasingly turbulent tariff disputes, some perspective can be gained by considering the actions of the participants through basic negotiation theory.
FTR Now
Federal Government Releases New Details on Employment Insurance Temporary Measures in Response to Tariffs
On March 22, 2025, the federal government announced that it will be implementing a pilot project, temporarily amending the Employment Insurance (EI) Regulations.
Raising the Bar
Sweeping Reforms Proposed to Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure
The Ontario Civil Rules Review (“CRR”) Working Group has released its much-anticipated Phase 2 Report, proposing broad reforms to the civil justice system in Ontario. The CRR was launched in January 2024 with a mandate to identify ways in which civil court proceedings could be made more efficient, affordable, and accessible.