Overview The Internet is both essential to the work of post-secondary institutions, and one of their greatest sources of institutional risk. Join our panellists to understand the relevance of the global surveillance debate, and the legal and practical demands related to today’s most pressing cyber threats. Agenda To view full conference agenda, click here.
Training & Events
From accredited continuing legal education programs to special interest sessions for our clients and invited friends, Hicks Morley's conferences and events offer valuable insight into topical issues important to your business and your professional growth.
Webinar
Advantage CPD Colleges Webinar: Student Complaints of Faculty Misconduct
November 20, 2019Student complaints of faculty misconduct are a rare event at many colleges. However, the means by which these complaints are investigated, managed and dealt with when they do arise are drawing increased scrutiny from the institution, the public and decision-makers. Join us for a webinar on the latest legal developments and best practices for addressing complaints in the college sector.
Workshop
Workplace Investigation Training Workshop
November 19, 2019This workshop focuses on essential investigation skills required by HR Professionals who are charged with investigating workplace incidents including: workplace harassment and violence complaints, discrimination and harassment complaints under the Human Rights Code, employee misconduct, such as suspected sick leave abuse or time theft, health and safety complaints.
Conference / Seminar
School Board Management Conference 2019
November 7, 2019Change is a constant in the human resources world, particularly for Ontario’s school boards. Ongoing developments in the law, whether through new legislation, arbitrations or the courts, and the rapid evolution of best practices create a fast-paced learning environment for human resources professionals, directors of education, supervisory officers and trustees.
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Attendance Management Training Workshop
October 31, 2019This one-day interactive workshop focuses on fundamental legal principles relating to attendance management and will provide tips on drafting a successful attendance management plan.
Webinar
Advantage CPD: Dealing with Workplace Violence in Healthcare
October 30, 2019Workplace violence is a growing concern in the healthcare sector, and organizations need to ensure that they act quickly and proactively to address violent incidents and protect workers from harm. In order to do so, it is important to remain on top of legislative requirements and best practices, so as to ensure compliance with your legal obligations, maintain control of the situation and minimize potential harms. In this webinar, you will be updated on the latest case law, legal requirements and best practices to equip you with the information you need to deal with incidents of workplace violence.
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Accommodation Training Workshop
October 24, 2019There’s no such thing as “textbook” accommodation. Whether your employee has a challenging physical or mental disability that impacts their ability to do the job, childcare problems that interfere with their performance, faith-related obligations or is in the process of transitioning, how you respond to that individual’s request – or don’t – can mean significant liability for your organization. Are you prepared?
Speaking Engagement
Canadian Association of Insurance Reciprocals (CAIR): Mandatory Breach Reporting and Incident Response
October 24, 2019 - October 25, 2019Overview Organizations and cyber-insureds are reckoning with a recently enacted mandatory breach notification requirement. Join lawyer and breach coach Jordan Simon from Hicks Morley in a session that explores the notification requirement and how it relates to sound incident response practice. What’s the threshold for reporting? How soon should reports be made? What should be…
Speaking Engagement
This session was a “hit” at a recent Ontario Municipal Human Resources Association event and John has been asked to bring his insight and perspective for a CAO audience regarding the 1997 Public Sector Labour Relations Transitions Act – and its context with respect to what’s happening in 2019.
Webinar
Employers in the technology sector are faced with a unique blend of employment issues. This webinar will address those which most frequently arise, with a particular emphasis on retaining flexibility to adapt to employee turnover and dynamic business conditions.