As lawyers like to say, it depends. But threatening to punch him immediately afterwards certainly doesn’t help.
It’s not controversial to say that selling your business and staying on as an employee can be tricky. Yesterday you were the boss,
For years, Ontario employers have had good reason to worry about their termination clauses. Even clauses intended to comply with the law have been found unenforceable because their wording fails to meet the requirements of the Employment Standards Act, 2000
If your business has 20 or more employees in Ontario, you have a legal filing deadline at the end of this year. Many business owners have never heard of it.
By December 31, 2026, businesses and non-profits with 20 or
The federal government introduced a bill that proposed significant amendments to the Canada Labour Code (CLC) for federally regulated employers and unions. Contained in the omnibus Bill C-39, the Building Canada Strong Act, the proposed changes are some of
AI TOOLS REQUIRE EXPERT OVERSIGHT TO AVOID LEGAL RISK
AI as a tool contributes to faster and more efficient outcomes. It finds, writes, compiles and generates documents and images based on your prompts. But that is key – your prompt.
Think
Even if your company hasn’t formally adopted AI yet, you still need an AI policy. This is true even if your company doesn’t allow employees to use AI or if it isn’t planning on purchasing any AI tools.
The reality
Psychological safety has evolved from an HR buzzword into a recognized area of legal risk. In Ontario, employers are increasingly expected not only to prevent physical injuries but also to take reasonable steps to protect workers from psychological harm. Mental
Constructive dismissal arises when an employer makes a significant change to an employee’s terms of employment without their consent. Even where the employee hasn’t been expressly terminated, the law may treat the change as a termination if it fundamentally alters
You are an employer in Ontario. An employee has raised concerns about a colleague’s behaviour. Whether the allegations could amount to workplace harassment, workplace violence, discrimination, or other inappropriate conduct, your response matters.
It’s natural to have an immediate reaction.
Technology has made it easier than ever to monitor how work gets done. With the rise of hybrid and remote work, digital productivity tools, and AI‑enabled systems, workplace monitoring has become a key compliance issue for Ontario employers.
Ontario does not have a single, comprehensive statute governing
