Term Contracts – What is Future Proofing? And What Should You Do About It?
Earlier this year, the Ontario Court of Appeals sent a clear statement to employers: A poorly written term contract will cost you. In Covenoho v.
Recent Updates on Ontario Employee Termination Laws
You may think your Ontario business is protected by air-tight termination documentation and procedures, but even the most iron-clad contracts can be vulnerable under some
How Does Ontario’s “Access Talent” Initiative Impact Your Business?
Creating a more supportive, dynamic, and inclusive Ontario is the call to action for many employers as the province released its new Access Talent initiative
Ontario Workplace and the Legalization of Cannabis
As the most populous province in Canada, Ontario finds itself at the forefront of the cannabis industry. Over half of all current licensed medical marijuana
Don’t Gamble With Termination Clauses
When you hire a new employee, you’re looking forward. You’ve arranged for new internet IDs and passwords, on- or off-site training and reviewed your onboarding
When You Can’t Find a Job in Ontario: What You Need To Know
Whether you’re ready to look for new challenges or find yourself suddenly unemployed, finding a job doesn’t happen overnight. Looking for a new job can
Sexism in the Ontario Workplace
Whether managers or employees realize it or not, sexism and a lack of equality in the workplace are still present in today’s businesses. Subtle comments
Finding Guidance in the Overwhelming World of Ontario Employment Laws
Running a business in Ontario is hard enough. But add to that the extensive catalog of Ontario employment laws that includes: Public Sector Labour Relations
Workplace Safety and Ontario MOL Updates
The Ministry of Labour recently updated its interpretation of the term “critical injury” with particular attention on clauses 1(d) and 1(e) of the Ontario Health
“You Can’t Ask That” – What You Can and Can’t Ask When Hiring and Managing Staff
As an employer, the interview is an opportunity to find out as much about a potential employee as possible. Do they have the skills to
Employment Professionals Canada Celebrates 25 Years of Business
Employment Professionals Canada is proud to be celebrating 25 years of business. Since the company started in 1992, the country and economy have changed and
Understanding the Nuances of Employment Contracts
When it comes to hiring new employees, employment contracts are typically used to outline the terms of employment and the scope of the employment relationship.