The Ontario Court of Appeal has clarified two issues affecting termination liability: (1) when an employee’s illness or disability frustrates the employment contract, and (2) when an employer-provided resource is a compensable employment benefit rather than a work tool supplied to do the job.
Practice Area: Employment Law
Chambers Canada 2027 Guide Recognizes Hicks Morley as Top Firm for Employment & Labour
Hicks Morley has once again been ranked as a top law firm in the Chambers Canada 2027 Guide for Employment & Labour.
Reminder to Employers: Ontario to Increase Minimum Wage Effective October 1, 2026
A reminder to employers that the Ontario government will be increasing the general minimum wage to $17.95 per hour (previously $17.60 per hour) effective October 1, 2026.
Bill C-39: Ottawa Moves to Reshape Federal Collective Bargaining and Labour Dispute Resolution
What could Bill C-39 mean for federally regulated employers? Simon Mortimer and Andrew Movrin outline the proposed changes to federal labour laws and highlight key considerations.
Ontario Catholic School Business Officials Association (OCSBOA): Annual Conference 2026
As part of OCSBOA’s 72nd Annual General Meeting and Conference, Nadine Zacks will present “Violence in the Classroom,” offering practical considerations for school boards and business officials as they navigate workplace and community expectations in a changing education environment.
Hicks Morley Welcomes Eight New Associates to the Firm
Hicks Morley is pleased to announce that eight new associates have joined the firm in our Toronto office. Their diverse experiences and dedication will further strengthen our ability to deliver exceptional service and advice to our clients.
Jamie Scoler
Jamie Scoler, an employment lawyer practising out of Hicks Morley’s Toronto office, advises employers on a variety of matters related to litigation, employment law and human rights.
Joseph Olij
Joseph brings a business background to his legal practice, helping employers weigh the practical, operational and financial implications of labour and employment decisions alongside the legal risk.
Ruvanya Kasturiarachchi
Ruvanya Kasturiarachchi is a labour and employment lawyer in Hicks Morley’s Toronto office. She provides advice and representation to employers on a wide range of issues such as grievance arbitration, labour disputes, wrongful and constructive dismissals, employment standards, and human rights.
Christopher Howard
Christopher has a wide range of expertise in managing labour and employment disputes across the public and private sectors, including disputes surrounding accommodation, health and safety, discipline, compensation and union certification.