The landscape of pension and retirement savings has become much more complex over the years. Longer life expectancies and workplace demographics that often skew toward the more mature end of the spectrum are also complicating factors. 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 & 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 HRPA’s annual HR law conference is an invigorating gathering of human resources professionals and business leaders seeking to stay on top of changes to the HR law landscape.
Speaking Engagement
Keller and Heckman: Hazardous Chemical Communications Seminar
October 18, 2023The Hazardous Chemical Communications Seminar is designed and presented by the attorneys of Keller and Heckman LLP, in partnership with Hicks Morley, for manufacturers, distributors, importers and exporters, lawyers, and regulatory specialists based in the EU who export hazardous chemicals into Canada and the U.S.
Speaking Engagement
EMC Canada: Quarterly Legal Update: Eastern Ontario
October 13, 2023George Vuicic and Nigel McKechnie will present a legal update to help navigate challenges affecting the manufacturing sector. They will discuss topics including taxable allocation of settlements, termination and severance amounts, understanding the requirements regarding workplace harassment and investigations, and recent changes to the Employment Standards Act, 2000.
Speaking Engagement
Sean Reginio will be moderating a session titled, “Employment Law: Adapting to the New World of Work: Navigating Trends and Challenges,” in which panelists will explore the ever-evolving employment landscape in the post-pandemic era.
Speaking Engagement
The Law Society of Ontario: 24th Employment Law Summit
October 11, 2023Employment law is always evolving. Every year sees a raft of new decisions from all levels of court as well as a number of legislative initiatives. At this year’s event, Elisha Jamieson-Davies will co-present a session titled, “Class Action Matters.”
Speaking Engagement
The Schedule 2 Employers Group annual industry conference gathers Schedule 2 employers from across Ontario to learn about current issues and new advancements in the fields of workers’ compensation, disability management, employee wellness, and workplace health and safety.
Speaking Engagement
Donna D’Andrea will focus on the evolving legal landscape and its impact on the hospitality industry. The session aims to equip attendees with practical knowledge, insights and strategies to effectively navigate complex employment law issues.
Speaking Engagement
County of Carleton Law Association: Ottawa Eight-Minute Employment Lawyer
September 27, 2023The County of Carleton Law Association’s newly extended Ottawa Eight-Minute Employment Lawyer program is designed for all lawyers with an interest in learning about the latest in employment law, whether they practise exclusively or only occasionally in this area of law. At this year’s event, Siobhan O’Brien has written a paper and will present a session titled, “Electronic Monitoring, Privacy, and Employment Law.”
Speaking Engagement
The Ontario government has released the remaining details of its new licensing framework for temporary help agencies and recruiters under the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA).