Longer life expectancies and workplace demographics that often skew toward the more mature end of the spectrum are also complicating factors. And as pension law and regulation continue to evolve, a good understanding of the legal framework, best practices and risk management is critical to successful plan administration.
Training & Event Type: Speaking Engagement
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
Law Society of Ontario: Emerging Issues in Directors’ and Officers’ Liability
Directors and officers face increased risk and exposure to liability, and the steps to mitigate these risks have changed. What worked in the past isn’t enough. Boards and organizations need to look for new approaches to fit the nature of today’s risks.
Canadian Association of Statutory Human Rights Agencies (CASHRA) 2019 Conference: Balancing Rights and Responsibilities
Overview Topic: Sexual Harassment – Creating a Culture of Safer Workplaces This presentation will explore how employers can create safer workplaces for all employees with the development of advanced inclusion and equity policies and programs. The presentation will also explore opportunities to restore workplace relations, among workers directly involved, as well as bystanders, which have…
Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) Durham Chapter: An Employment and Labour Law Update
Overview Presented by Hicks Morley and the HRPA Durham Chapter Topics: Recent Employment Law and Labour Law Case Update Cannabis in the Workplace and Benefit Plan Implications ESA Update – Bill 148 and Bill 47 – What Does it Mean? Post 65 Employee Benefits Update Pay Equity Update and Maintenance Obligations Off-Duty Conduct – When…
Ontario Municipal Human Resources Association (OMHRA) One Day Seminar: Provincial Governance Review
Overview Public sector restructuring, including initiatives which could significantly impact municipalities across Ontario, has been front and center in many political announcements and discussions in recent months. Specific details and specific changes have not been announced at this time, but municipalities need to be aware of the issues so that planning can begin as these…
Ontario Agencies Supporting Individuals with Special Needs (OASIS) 2019 Conference: Legal Updates in the Ontario Developmental Services Sector
Overview Keeping up to date on the law to ensure that your organization is in compliance with legislation and precedent setting decisions may seem daunting. This session will help you navigate the increasingly complex legal framework that HR Professionals work in, addressing some key challenges agencies are facing including collective bargaining; integrated community based service…
Canadian Bar Association (CBA): What’s New in Pensions and Benefits – Case Law and Regulatory Update
Overview The past year has seen various developments in the jurisprudence and legislation related to pensions and employee benefits. Our knowledgeable speakers from across the country will provide an update on noteworthy cases and legislative changes, including the following: Recent and upcoming legislative changes from across Canada, including ongoing pension funding reform and the status…
Canadian Association of Counsel to Employers (CACE): 16th Annual Conference
Overview OHS Session: Deep in the Trenches: Practical Tips in Defending OHS Charges An action-packed panel built around one or more scenarios, this panel will provide you with: practical tips for defending OHS charges; guidance on how to establish due diligence; and best practices for documenting due diligence. Practice Corner 2.0: Tips For the Use…
American Bar Association: International Labor and Employment Law Committee Midyear Meeting
Overview Developments in Responsible Business Conduct Efforts to develop programs in responsible business conduct continue to grow. What are the challenges that today’s multi-national corporations face in adopting and implementing their own responsible business conduct policies? This panel will discuss current guidelines that can assist companies in creating programs as well as what works, what…