Overview In the last few years, reforms to pension and employment legislation have been coming at a break neck speed. More pension and benefit related cases than ever are working their way through the system. In the face of such change, employers and plan administrators must be ready to act, making adjustments to plan design…
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.
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Overview Legal Issues Legislative Updates Bill 148 Extended Parental Leave
Conference / Seminar
2018 Waterloo Client Conference
May 8, 2018Join us as we discuss these latest legal developments and more as we present effective tips, strategies and best practices that can help your organization stay on the leading edge of human resources management.
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Overview Local Law, Personal ethics and corporate standards The challenge of multiculturalism: how can multinationals reconcile core values and codes of conduct in countries with different social and ethical standards? “I refuse!” When can an employee legitimately refuse an employer’s direction? Personal versus corporate ethics: which should govern? The right to blow the whistle: when…
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Topic OPSBA’s annual Education Labour Relations and Human Resources Symposium is held each April and is designed to provide professional development in the areas of labour relations and human resources to trustees, directors of education, senior human resources officials and labour relations staff.
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16th Annual Current Issues in Employment Law
April 27, 2018Overview Exploring the Enforceability of Termination Provisions Through the Lens of Fairness Principles Fairness principles as a foundation of the jurisprudence in this area Helpful drafting advice and the essential constituent components of an enforceable agreement Important red flags to watch out for Moving forward: modernizing your employment agreements and offer letters
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Overview Medical Marijuana – Is the Grass Always Greener?
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Topic The theme of this year’s Summit is: The Workplace of Tomorrow. With rapid advances in technology, an increasingly diverse population and the changing needs of employees, plan sponsors need to stay ahead of the curve if they want to retain and attract top talent. How can technology’s power be harnessed in the workplace and…
Workshop
Workplace Investigation Training – London
April 17, 2018This 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, and more!
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Overview In an evolving workplace landscape and the recent focus on the #MeToo movement, companies must ensure that they are aware, diligent and proactive around the laws regarding workplace and sexual harassment. At the presentation, we will briefly review the state of the law and the recent changes made. Further, we will explore best practices…