Employers and service providers must be strategic with respect to procedural practices and tendencies at the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario. Join Sean Reginio & Mornelle Lee on May 13 for tips on the best ways to navigate HRTO proceedings.
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.
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Changes Are Coming to the ESA– Are You Ready?
April 23, 2025Ontario employers need to prepare for significant changes to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA) coming into effect in 2025 and early 2026. These amendments, introduced through various “Working for Workers” Acts, create new obligations regarding employee leaves, information disclosure requirements, and job posting transparency. Organizations must understand these changes to ensure compliance and update their workplace policies accordingly.
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The world of employment agreements has changed significantly in recent years but through proper terms and structure, employment agreements can help employers mitigate costly litigation and unforeseen financial consequences. This complimentary webinar will provide an overview of the essential components of an employment agreement that, if improperly drafted, have the potential to pose significant financial and litigation risk to an organization.
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Ensuring Your Mediation is a Success
March 31, 2025Mediation is becoming an ever-present fixture in all forms of employment advocacy, whether it be in civil litigation or in matters before boards and tribunals. It is a critical stage in the litigation process. As such, it is important to take a holistic approach to the mediation process, one that does not focus on just the mediation itself.
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Learn the key takeaways from case law and best practices for investigating workplace incidents in financial services. You will leave with an understanding of the issues that can arise when conducting investigations and you will learn how to appropriately deal with employee discipline and termination issues.
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Preparing for the Construction Open Period: A Primer
February 27, 2025The next construction labour “Open Period” in Ontario runs from March 1 to April 30, 2025. This webinar will provide essential information for construction employers to prepare for the significant changes that can occur in unionized workplaces during this critical time.
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Managing the Workplace in Economic Uncertainty
February 20, 2025Join us for this complimentary webinar, designed for Ontario business owners and HR professionals in both unionized and non-unionized environments, to gain topical insights on how you can effectively manage your workplace amid ongoing economic uncertainty.