On April 9, the Federal Government released the full text of the temporary Employment Insurance Regulations (Pilot Project No. 24), addressing the economic impacts from the tariffs. In this FTR Now, Andrew Easto explores what these temporary changes mean for impacted workers and employers.
Practice Area: Pensions, Benefits & Compensation
Federal Government Releases New Details on Employment Insurance Temporary Measures in Response to Tariffs
On March 22, 2025, the federal government announced that it will be implementing a pilot project, temporarily amending the Employment Insurance (EI) Regulations.
Significant Special Measures for the Employment Insurance Work-Sharing Program Introduced for Businesses, Non-Profits Impacted by U.S. Tariffs
If you are an employer being impacted by the threat of U.S. tariffs, special measures introduced to the Employment Insurance Work-Sharing Program may be a valuable tool.
Hicks Morley and 55 Lawyers Recognized in the 2025 Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory
We are pleased to share that 55 Hicks Morley lawyers have been recognized as leading practitioners in the 2025 Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory.
Managing Temporary Workplace Disruptions: Supplemental Unemployment Benefit Plans and the Employment Insurance Work-Sharing Program
While tariffs may be paused for now, economic uncertainty remains. What strategies can Canadian employers take to protect the future of their businesses? How can they ensure they retain skilled employees and manage employee concerns around job insecurity? Hicks Morley’s David Gruber explains in our latest #FTRNow.
Managing the Workplace in Economic Uncertainty
Join 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.
Natasha Monkman Responds to the Question, “What Are The Legal Risks of Offering Ozempic As An Employee Benefit?” in Canadian HR Reporter
In this article that addresses the legal implications of weight loss drug exclusions from employee benefits plans as employers look to cut costs, Natasha Monkman warns employers that excluding the drugs may result in claims of discrimination.
2025 Labour Relations Seminar: An Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) and Hicks Morley Event
In this annual labour relations seminar, we—along with Ontario fire chiefs and renowned guest speakers—will provide insight and guidance on labour relations issues currently impacting the fire service.
Highlights from the Federal Government’s 2024 Fall Economic Statement
On December 16, 2024, the federal government issued its 2024 Fall Economic Statement. The Statement covers a wide array of initiatives including several proposals that, if they were to be implemented, will be of interest to employers, human resources professionals and pension plan administrators. Early Retirement Benefits in the Public Service The government has proposed…
The Canadian Bar Association’s Pensions and Benefits Law Online Symposium: Navigating Changes in Law, the Economy and Collective Bargaining
As we continue to emerge from the pandemic, the economic environment has created—and continues to create—many challenges for pensions and employee benefits. The past year has seen various developments in jurisprudence and legislation responding to these challenges.