The federal government has launched consultations on potential amendments to the Canada Labour Code, with possible implications for collective bargaining, worker protections and other employer obligations in federally regulated workplaces. Our latest federal post highlights the key measures under consideration and the timeline for stakeholder input.
Practice Area: Labour Relations
Ontario Association of Paramedic Chiefs (OAPC): 2026 Spring Education Symposium – Labour Relations Day
Hicks Morley is excited to collaborate with the Ontario Association of Paramedic Chiefs to present the Labour Relations Day on May 6 at the Spring Education Symposium.
Ontario Is Proposing Changes to Governance and Collective Bargaining in School Boards
Ontario’s proposed Bill 101 would introduce changes affecting English-language school boards. Dolores Barbini and Grant Nuttall review what the Bill says, what it does not say (but has been signalled), and the practical implications for school board employers.
Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA): 2026 Education Labour Relations and Human Resources Symposium
From workplace safety and accommodation to arbitration innovation and equity in education, the Hicks Morley team will be speaking at OPSBA’s Education Labour Relations and Human Resources Symposium on April 23-24.
Ontario Agencies Supporting Individuals with Special Needs (OASIS): 2026 Annual Conference
Labour and employment in the developmental services sector continues to evolve amid shifting regulations and workforce demands. Hicks Morley’s Charles Hofley and Jessica Toldo will be highlighting key legal developments impacting the sector at the 2026 OASIS Annual Conference on April 23.
Ontario Municipal Human Resources Association (OMHRA): 2026 Spring Workshop
Workplace incivility is increasingly shaping the challenges facing municipal employers. Hicks Morley’s Stephanie Jeronimo and Nassima Kaddoura will present a labour law update at OMHRA’s Spring Workshop on April 16, examining recent legal developments and emerging municipal workplace issues through an HR‑focused lens. Stephanie Jeronimo and Nassima Kaddoura will lead a focused labour law update grounded in the realities of Ontario municipal workplaces.
Ontario Bar Association (OBA): 24th Annual Current Issues in Employment Law
Stay current of the latest employment law developments. Hicks Morley’s Kelly Brennan will share timely insights on termination clauses at the Ontario Bar Association’s 24th Annual Current Issues in Employment Law Program on April 15.
Return to the Office in Financial Services: Accommodations and Hybrid Work Challenges
Expectations and obligations continue to evolve as employers refine return to office strategies. Join Nigel McKechnie and Kelly Brennan on June 24 for a focused webinar designed for financial services employers navigating the legal and practical challenges of remote and hybrid work.
Becoming a Successful Advocate: Advice for the Litigator-to-Be
Hicks Morley invites law students to join us for an Open House on June 12, 2025 at 5 p.m. The session will feature an interactive, moderated panel discussion, followed by a networking reception. Our firm’s lawyers will provide practical advice to help you achieve your career goals, and gain insight into the Hicks Morley student experience.
Bill C‑15: Key Developments for Employers
Bill C 15 is officially law—and if you’re a federally regulated or public sector employer, there are a few changes you’ll want to take note of. George Vuicic breaks down what has changed and provides practical takeaways in our latest article.