Ontario Introduces Omnibus Legislation (Bill 151, Strengthening and Improving Government Act)

On December 11, 2013, the Ontario government introduced Bill 151, the Strengthening and Improving Government Act, 2013, omnibus legislation that would, if passed, amend a number of Acts and affect a range of sectors. Highlights of the Bill include:  amendments to the Pension Benefits Act that would clarify spousal entitlements to pre- and post-retirement death…