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Posted on August 31, 2018

Job Candidate Successfully Argues Discrimination On Basis Of Citizenship

In a landmark decision from the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario, a potential employee (the “candidate”) was successful in challenging an employer’s policy of requiring…
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Posted on July 12, 2018

Court Determines A Signaler Can Perform Other Duties At A job Site

Health and safety regulations are a critical part of any workplace, especially those involving the use of heavy machinery or other dangerous equipment. Ontario’s Construction…
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Posted on June 14, 2018

Does The Old Saying “If You Don’t Have Something Nice To Say, Don’t Say Anything At All” Apply To References For Former Employees?

It’s common for a potential employer to ask a job candidate for a reference from a previous employer. A candidate can usually be expected to…
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Posted on May 10, 2018

Time After Time: Does The Years Of Service Clock Start Ticking Anew When Your Employer Comes Under New Ownership?

It can be stressful to learn that the company you work for has been purchased by another company. The first thing that is likely to…
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Posted on April 20, 2018

Can An Employment Contract be Unilaterally Altered During A Period Of Notice?

Employment contracts are used to spell out the responsibilities of parties involved in an employment relationship, giving each party a clear understanding of what they…
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Posted on April 6, 2018

What Happens To Your Bonus If You’re Fired Before It Is Paid Out?

People whose employment compensation includes bonuses often rely on the promise of a bonus when making financial or other life plans. But what happens when…
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Posted on March 16, 2018

Are Employees Obligated to Accept Unfavourable Employment Terms When Their Place of Work Comes Under New Ownership?

When a company (or part of a company) is purchased by another company, it’s natural for employees to wonder about whether their employment situation will…
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Posted on March 2, 2018

How Clear Must A Contract Be When Providing Only The Minimum In Termination Provisions?

The Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA) requires employers to provide, at minimum, two weeks of notice (or pay in lieu of) when an employee is…
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Posted on February 9, 2018

Supreme Court Weighs In On Workplace Discrimination Outside of Employment Relationship

It is not uncommon to hear of cases where allegations of discrimination are made against someone’s employer or a person’s superior in the workplace. However,…
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Posted on January 19, 2018

What Are The Limits on a Fiduciary Employee When There is no Employment Contract?

Employment contracts often outline limitations on an employee when they leave a job, such as the disclosure of confidential information or the ability to solicit…
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