2075 Results

September Update on Changes to the Canada Labour Code

We have reported on the changes to the Canada Labour Code (Code) which came into effect on July 29, 2019 and on September 1, 2019. The federal government has published new Interpretations, Policies and Guidelines (IPGs) in support of some of these changes, as well as a summary of various amendments which have not yet been proclaimed into force and their anticipated in force dates. Proposed regulations for the incoming Part IV, Administrative Monetary Penalties, of the Code have also been recently published for comment.

$1.27 Million Damages Award a Reminder to Employers of Perils Associated with Fixed Term Contracts

In McGuinty v. 1845035 Ontario Inc. (McGuinty Funeral Home), the Ontario Superior Court of Justice awarded a plaintiff over $1.27 million in damages for constructive dismissal after only one year had elapsed of a 10 year consulting services agreement (Agreement). In the absence of a cancellation provision, the defendant was obligated to pay the Agreement…

Canadian Corporate Counsel Association (CCCA) Webinar: Cybersecurity Defence, Response and Litigation

Overview To better understand strategic considerations and challenges and to gain insights as to how to navigate your obligations and implement practical measures to ensure compliance, our panelists will explore key data security and privacy issues including: Protection – policies and practices to prevent cybersecurity and privacy incidents Response – how to respond to minimize…

Canadian Corporate Counsel Association (CCCA) Webinar: Addressing Sexual Harassment Issues in Litigation and Employment Law

Overview In-house counsel is on the forefront of addressing sexual harassment matters in the workplace. Please join this program to learn the “must knows” about key litigation and employment law issues and how to assess and manage risks including individual claims, labour grievances, class action suits, claims to regulatory boards and Human Rights claims.

AdvantAge Ontario Webinar: Policies and Best Practices for Employee Hiring, Integration and Termination

Overview Learn how to develop, implement and enforce employment policies, including hiring, progressive discipline and termination. Recognize when it’s time to revise employment policies and how to proceed. Hear how a member home has implemented best practices for hiring, employee onboarding and termination. Agenda View the agenda for this webinar.

Ontario Government Releases Guide on Preventing Workplace Violence in the Health Care Sector

On August 26, 2019, the Ontario government released a guide to help employers, supervisors and workers in hospitals, long-term care homes and private home care facilities better understand their obligations relating to preventing workplace violence under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and the Health Care and Residential Facilities Regulation (O. Reg 67/93).

Ontario Bar Association (OBA): Pensions and Benefits 17th Annual Hot Spots

Experts discuss the evolving legal landscapes for defined contribution pension plans and group benefits, and how these changes will affect practitioners working in this legal area.  Faculty  will  also  review  changes  related  to  shared  risk  plans,  and  what  the  new  changes  mean  for consolidation in the pension sector. Agenda Topic Decumulation Options on the Horizon