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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).

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.

Ontario 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.