Bill C-31 proposes a significant change to the rules governing post-employment restrictions in federally regulated workplaces. If enacted in its current form, the legislation would broadly prohibit non-compete clauses and other prescribed employment-related restrictions, subject to limited exceptions.
Training & Event Type: Webinar
FIPPA Reform and Workplace Privacy: What Ontario’s New Privacy Regime Means for Provincial Institutions
Ontario’s freedom of information and privacy regime is changing, bringing new requirements and operational considerations for institutions governed by the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA).
After SIEF: Managing WSIB Claims Costs in a New Landscape
With the closure of WSIB’s Second Injury and Enhancement Fund (SIEF), Schedule 1 employers will need to reassess how they manage claims costs involving causation, pre-existing conditions and pre-accident impairments. This session will provide practical guidance on the tools that remain available to employers as they navigate this new claims management landscape.
Termination Clauses Back in Focus: What Employers Need to Know After Baker and Wayfair, Plus New Developments from Wigdor v. Facebook
The Ontario Court of Appeal’s recent decision in Baker v. Van Dolder’s Home Team Inc. and Li v. Wayfair Canada ULC, successfully argued by Hicks Morley, provides significant guidance on the enforceability of employment contract termination provisions. This complementary webinar, delivered by the lawyers directly involved in this decision, will cover what employers need to know.
Build a Better Employment Agreement: Year-End Wrap-Up
Fee: Complimentary Register Overview Throughout our Build a Better Employment Agreement series, we have explored the contract terms, drafting strategies, and practical issues that help employers reduce risk and strengthen their employment practices. From implementing new contracts and revisiting key clauses to managing amendments, incentive language, restrictive covenants, hybrid work terms, fixed-term arrangements, and the role of…
Build a Better Employment Agreement: AI, Policies, and Term Contracts
Fee: Complimentary Register Overview Employment agreements remain one of the most important tools employers can use to reduce risk, set clear expectations, and support consistent workplace practices. As organizations review templates, adopt new technologies, and rely on more flexible staffing models, even familiar contract language can raise new and costly issues. This next session in our Build a Better…
MFIPPA Reform and Workplace Privacy: What Ontario’s 2026 Budget Means for Public‑Sector Employers
MFIPPA is changing. Are you ready for what Bill 97 means for workplace privacy? Join Hicks Morley’s Scott Williams, Andrew Movrin, and Victoria McCorkindale on June 23 to learn how the reforms affect employee information management and their implications for public-sector employers.
Family Status Accommodation and Governance Responsibilities in Police Services
Accommodation requests and governance role clarity continue to raise complex questions for police services. Join Hicks Morley’s Glenn Christie, Nigel McKechnie, Laura Buck, Sean Reginio, and Stevie Gellatly on May 27 for a practical webinar on family status accommodation and Board–Chief responsibilities, featuring real‑world examples and clear guidance.
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.
Build a Better Employment Agreement: Cracking the Clause Code
Strong employment agreements are built in the details. Join Elisha Jamieson-Davies, Natasha Monkman and Amy Tibble on March 4 as they offer a practical look at a series of contract clauses that may not always be top of mind. Register now to gain actionable drafting insights to strengthen your organization’s employment agreements!