In a session titled, “New Year, New Law: Unveiling Bill 79 and Anticipating Bill 149 – Insights for Success,” Diane Harbin will begin by decoding Bill 79 and examining recent updates to the legislation. She will discuss crucial provisions such as the inclusion of remote workers in the establishment definition, mass termination obligations and heightened fines for occupational health and safety violations.
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.
Speaking Engagement
The Ontario Bar Association: Employment Law Class Actions
February 16, 2024As an experienced class action litigator and one of the program speakers, Elisha Jamieson-Davies will examine current issues and ongoing actions on misclassification. She will also discuss the development of class action cases regarding diversity, equity and inclusion policies and employer hiring practices.
Speaking Engagement
The Canadian Bar Association: Emerging and Key Legal Issues in Sports
February 13, 2024Hicks Morley’s Kayley Leon will act as the program chair for the Canadian Bar Association’s session on emerging and key legal issues in sports. This unique session is part of the Ontario Bar Association’s Entertainment, Media and Communications Law program.
Speaking Engagement
2024 Labour Relations Seminar: An Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) and Hicks Morley Event
January 23, 2024 - January 25, 2024In this annual labour relations seminar, we—along with Ontario fire chiefs and renowned guest speakers—will provide insight and guidance on labour relations issues currently impacting the fire service.
Speaking Engagement
In a session titled “Health & Safety 101,” Sean Reginio will discuss school board obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and associated implications under the Ontario Human Rights Code as well as the impact of the OHSA on special education students, teachers and other educational workers.
Speaking Engagement
In this session hosted by the HRPA, Carolyn Kay and Lauri Reesor will lead an interactive discussion and share what you need to know as you prepare your organization for the road ahead.
Speaking Engagement
Njeri Damali Sojourner-Campbell and Armin Sohrevardi will deliver a training session designed to help elected officials navigate sensitive situations that pit rights of one group against the rights of others.
Speaking Engagement
Construction Labour & Employment Relations Conference
December 4, 2023Overview The Construction Labour & Employment Relations Conference is uniquely designed to foster relevant and timely discussion driven by the needs of senior executives and professionals representing Canadian building trades unions and construction employers. Through candid debate, panel discussions and expert-led presentations, seasoned practitioners and leading advisors will examine significant legislative developments and emerging labour…
Speaking Engagement
This session will be delivered by Hicks Morley’s own Mark Mason along with Joshua Doreen-Harfield from the City of Mississauga and Karen Gordon of Gordon Strategies.
Speaking Engagement
At the OCASE Symposium, Sean Reginio will be speaking to superintendents, principals and school board personnel who work in special education across Ontario.