Navigating Labour and Employment in Canada: What Global Employers Need to Know in 2025

As part of our newly launched Doing Business in Canada Guide 2025, Chapter 13 on Labour and Employment offers a comprehensive overview of the legal landscape that governs the Canadian workplace. Whether your organization operates under federal jurisdiction or within one of Canada’s provinces or territories, understanding the dual framework of employment regulation is essential.

This section of our practical resource outlines the foundational elements of Canadian employment law, including minimum employment standards, termination entitlements, and the evolving obligations around workplace policies such as disconnecting from work. Here, our team also explores the nuances of unionization, human rights protections, and the growing emphasis on pay equity and transparency—especially in light of new legislation in Ontario and British Columbia.

Employers will find practical guidance on navigating statutory notice and severance pay, the enforceability of termination clauses, and the implications of civil versus common law across jurisdictions. In this chapter, we also address critical compliance areas such as occupational health and safety, workers’ compensation, privacy, and French language requirements in Québec. Whether your organization is expanding into Canada or refining your local HR strategy, this Guide equips employers with the insights needed to manage risk, support compliance, and foster a fair and inclusive workplace.

Click here to download our Doing Business in Canada Guide 2025.