Background
In May 2020, the Government of Ontario first introduced O. Reg. 228/20: Infectious Disease Emergency Leave (the “Regulation”) under the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the “ESA”). The Regulation provided employers with temporary relief from the notice of termination and
Canadian Labour and Employment Law
The Canadian Labour and Employment Law blog, published by Baker McKenzie, focuses on legal developments and practical guidance related to labour relations and employment law in Canada. It covers topics such as union certification processes, employer strategies for managing union activity, compliance with provincial and federal employment standards, workplace policies, termination and severance issues, pay equity, occupational health and safety, and evolving legislative changes like Ontario's Working for Workers Seven Act. The blog also addresses challenges faced by global employers operating in Canada, including navigating jurisdictional complexities and workforce reductions, providing insights to support compliance and risk management in Canadian workplaces.
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Electronic Monitoring: What Employers Need to Know about Developing a Written Policy
By Andrew Shaw
On July 13, 2022, the Government of Ontario published a chapter in its guide to the Employment Standards Act (“ESA”) on the recently legislated requirement for employers to develop a written policy on electronic monitoring. “Electronic monitoring” includes all forms…
Restrictions on Restrictive Covenants in Canada – The Secret to Protecting Trade Secrets (Video)
Every business has sensitive components integral to its success, whether trade secrets, customer contacts, or other confidential information that would be appealing to competitors.
In Canada, attempting to stop an employee from sharing confidential information, competing, or soliciting customers, suppliers or employees can be tricky. In…
Navigating the World – An Update on Key Global Employment Laws and Trends for US Multinational Employers 2022 Webinar Series: Americas
By Andrew Shaw
Special thanks to presenters Benjamin Ho (San Francisco), Matias Herrero (Buenos Aires), Liliana Hernandez-Salgado (Mexico City), Maria Cecilia Reyes Jaimes (Bogota) and Leticia Ribeiro (Trench Rossi Watanabe, Sao Paulo*)
*Trench Rossi Watanabe and Baker McKenzie have executed a strategic…
Why Some University Students Will Have To Show Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination This Fall (podcast)
In a recent episode of the Toronto Today with Greg Brady podcast, George Avraam (starting at 16:17 of the podcast) discussed Baker McKenzie’s representation of McMaster University in defending its mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy on judicial review (see also our…
Bill 96 Comes into Law: What Employers with Québec-based Employees Need to Know About the Enhanced French Language Requirements
On June 1, 2022, the Québec National Assembly passed Bill 96, An Act respecting French, the official and common language of Québec, introducing significant changes to the Charter of the French Language and other laws. The Bill aims to…
Pandemic Work from Home Arrangements Lead to an Increase in Harassment Claims
By Andrew Shaw
We are pleased to share a recent The Hill Times article, “Cyberbullying more common for adults than children during pandemic, say experts,” with quotes from Andrew Shaw. This article discusses adults who work in fields related to COVID-19 have been…
Employers Seeking to Withhold Termination Entitlements Must Prove Wilful Misconduct Pre-planned
We are pleased to share a recent Benefits Canada article, “Employers seeking to withhold termination entitlements must prove wilful misconduct pre-planned: Ontario court,” with quotes from George Avraam. A recent Ontario Court of Appeal decision raises the bar for employers seeking…
Understanding the New Right to Disconnect in Ontario (Video)
In December 2021, the Ontario government passed Bill 27 – Working for Workers Act, 2021 requiring employers with 25 or more employees to create a “Disconnecting from Work Policy” by June 2, 2022. The Ontario government is following the lead of…
Baker McKenzie Advises McMaster University on Challenge to Mandatory Vaccination Policy
Baker McKenzie represented McMaster University in defending its mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy on judicial review. Four Applicants asked for an exemption from the University’s mandatory vaccination policy, citing religious and conscience grounds. The University refused their exemption requests, claiming no…