On June 30, 2026, Prince Edward Island’s new Employment Standards Act (“Act”) came into force, replacing the previous legislative framework and introducing significant changes to minimum employment standards in the province....
As digital assets become more common in retail payments and cross-border transactions, some employers are exploring whether crypto can play a role in employee compensation — not only as an...
A recent decision from an Ontario arbitrator (SEIU, Local 1 and COGIR Canadian RH Management) has provided an important, albeit circumstantially unique, reminder that employee theft remains amongst the most...
A recent case out of Pembroke, Ontario is a reminder to all employers of the importance of cooperation and honesty when subject to a Ministry of Labour investigation – otherwise...
With the growing number of foreign nationals working in Canada, there are some associated challenges that may arise. Our clients are reporting that they are finding out after an offer...
Recent changes to Ontario’s Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA) have introduced an extended temporary layoff framework. The changes are now in effect and are relevant for employers managing restructuring or...
In Aguele v. Family Options Inc., the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario provided helpful clarification for employers concerning the duty to accommodate under the Ontario Human Rights Code, particularly in relation to...
Workplace Investigations Performing a workplace investigation can be a stressful and time-consuming process for all parties involved. Investigators are tasked with navigating a complex intersection of procedural compliance, people management,...
A recent case out of Nova Scotia highlights the ability to terminate a long service employee for cause without engaging in progressive discipline where the employee has engaged in wilful...
Over the last few years, there has been a rise in employees surreptitiously recording conversations in their workplace. Between artificial intelligence and cell phone use being at an all-time high,...