In Ontario, the topic of retirement age continues to generate confusion, especially as societal attitudes toward work, age, and retirement evolve. Many people still believe in a “mandatory retirement age” or assume that employees are required to stop
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What is the Difference Between Constructive Dismissal and Wrongful Dismissal in Ontario?
If you’ve lost your job or are facing difficult changes at work, you may be wondering whether your situation involves constructive dismissal or wrongful dismissal. In Ontario, these are two distinct legal concepts, and understanding the difference can help
How to Use a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) the Right Way
A Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) doesn’t have to be the beginning of the end. While many employees associate PIPs with inevitable termination, they can — and should — serve a far more constructive purpose.For employers across Ontario, a well-drafted
What Medical Information Is My Employer Entitled to in Ontario?
This article provides basic guidelines for matters about an employer’s right to request medical information from employees in Ontario. Employee medical information can include, but is not limited to, symptoms, diagnoses, treatment details, and prognosis. Both employers and employees need
New ESA Changes in Effect—And More On the Horizon
Ontario’s Working for Workers Acts have steadily reshaped workplace law over the past several years. Since 2021, these legislative changes have amended a number of key employment statutes, including the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA).For employers across the province, these
How to Terminate an Independent Contractor Agreement in Ontario
In Ontario, terminating an independent contractor agreement isn’t always as simple as giving notice. Employers must address the legal classification of the contractor, the terms of the agreement, and the risk of dependent contractor claims or even wrongful dismissal lawsuits.At
New Rights for Digital Platform Workers in Ontario
Ontario’s Digital Platform Workers’ Rights Act, 2022 (DPWRA) is scheduled to come into effect on July 1, 2025. This new law is a major development in workplace law in Ontario, aimed at protecting those who earn income through digital platforms
Canada’s New Federal Anti-Scab Law: What Employers Need to Know
On June 20, 2025, new federal legislation comes into force that will change how federally regulated employers handle strikes and lockouts. Known as Bill C-58, the legislation introduces strict prohibitions on the use of replacement workers—commonly referred to as “scabs”—during
Bad Faith in Termination of Employment
When an employer decides to terminate an employee, a significant power imbalance often emerges. Employers hold most of the control, while employees are left vulnerable to decisions that may impact their livelihoods and reputations. While many terminations are handled lawfully,
Ontario Labour Law 2025: Working for Workers Seven Act
The Ontario government has introduced the Working for Workers Seven Act, 2025, proposing a wide range of legislative and regulatory changes aimed at protecting workers and strengthening the province’s economy in the face of uncertainty, particularly the impact of