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Bill C-31: Federal Government Proposes Prohibition on Non-Compete Clauses for Federally Regulated Employers
Background On May 6, 2026, the federal government introduced Bill C-31, the Budget 2025 Implementation Act, No. 2, in the House of Commons. If passed in its current form, this legislation will fundamentally reshape post-employment restraints for federally regulated...
Ontario Court Rules that Dismissal “At Any Time and For Any Reason” Termination Clause is Unenforceable
A recent decision from the Ontario Superior Court, Chan v. NYX Capital Corp., 2025 ONSC 4561, has affirmed that a termination clause which allows termination “at any time and for any reason” is unenforceable. The ruling aligns with the Court’s prior decisions in...
$5 Million Message to Employers: Ontario Court Enforces Anti-Reprisal Provisions from the Ontario Securities Act in Landmark Ruling
In a recent case from the Ontario Superior Court, McPherson v. Global Growth Assets Inc., 2025 ONSC 5226, the former CEO of Global Growth Assets (“Global”) was awarded $5.4 million in damages resulting from his termination after raising concerns about the company’s...
Ontario Introduces Working for Workers Bill 6
Changes to be Implemented by Bill 229 Ontario has recently introduced new legislation which seeks to amend leave provisions under the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”). For example, the proposed Bill seeks to amend the ESA to provide up to 16 weeks of unpaid...
Ontario to Expand the Definition of Workplace Harassment to include Virtual Spaces
In Ontario, the Occupational Health and Safety Act outlines Employers’ legal obligations to ensure the maintenance of a safe workplace. The OHSA (the “Act”) requires employers covered by the Act to prepare and regularly review policies regarding workplace harassment....
HRTO Dismisses Sexual Harassment Claim because it was Brought 19 Years after the Alleged Sexual Misconduct Occurred
Limitation Periods in Ontario In Ontario, there is a limitation period for civil legal matters. The Ontario Limitations Act 2002 provides that legal claims of a civil nature must be brought within a two-year period. In 2016 however, the Limitations Act was amended...
The Working for Workers Four Act, 2024 is Making Changes to Employment Law in Ontario
On March 21, 2024, Bill 149, also known at the Working for Workers Four Act, 2024 was passed by the provincial legislature. Building on the Working for Workers Act, 2021, 2022, and 2023, the legislation will expand protections for employees.Changes to the Employment...
The Supreme Court has Confirmed Public School Employees Have a Reasonable Expectation of Privacy at Work Under the Charter
In York Region District School Board v. Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario, 2024 SCC 22, the Supreme Court has confirmed public school boards are government by nature, and are subject to the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. For employees of a public...
What is the Working for Workers Five Act, 2024?
Bill 190, also known as the Working for Workers Five Act, 2024, was introduced by the Ontario government in May 2024. If enacted, Bill 190 will amend provisions in the Employment Standards Act, 2020 (“ESA”), the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the Workplace...
Temporary Help Agencies (THA) and Recruiters to become subject to new Licensing Requirements in Ontario
Ontario has introduced changes to the Employment Standards Act (ESA) which will soon require THAs and recruiters to obtain licenses to operate, as well as impose penalties on those who do not comply with the new licensing requirements. Summary of New Licensing...
Changes to the Canada Labour Code to Increase Entitlements upon Termination
Amendments to the Canada Labour Code (CLC) are set to introduce greater termination entitlements for federally regulated employees who are terminated without cause. These changes are to take effect February 1, 2024. Federally vs Provincially Regulated Employees...
Am I Allowed Paid Time Off To Vote In The Federal Election?
Am I allowed paid time off to vote in the Federal Election? On Monday, October 21, 2019 Canadians go to the ballots to vote for the next federal government. But seeing that it is a weekday, most eligible voters will be working on election day. Are you allowed to take...
Maternity And Parental Leave In Ontario
Maternity And Parental Leave In Ontario What Are Your Rights? Some of the most frequently voiced concerns we encounter from expectant or new parents are related to job security and changes upon returning to the workplace. Many wonder if they will have a place within...
I work very long hours. Should I be getting overtime pay?
I work very long hours. Should I be getting overtime pay? Most employees do not realize that they are entitled to overtime pay. The fact is, the vast majority of employees are entitled to overtime pay. How you are paid, whether you are paid an hourly rate, an annual...
Ontario’s Bill 27: What It Means For Employers and Employees
Ontario’s Bill 27: What It Means For Employers and Employees Ontario To Ban Non-Compete Agreements On October 25, 2021, Ontario introduced Bill 27, Working for Workers Act, 2021, which if passed, would ban employers from entering into non-compete agreements with their...
Bill 27 – The Right to Disconnect From the Workplace
Bill 27 – The Right to Disconnect From the Workplace On October 25, 2021, Ontario introduced Bill 27, which if passed, would require that employers with 25 or more employees have a written policy with respect to disconnecting from work. “Disconnecting from the...
Bill 27 Passes into Law – Major Employment Law Changes in Ontario
Bill 27 Passes into Law – Major Employment Law Changes in Ontario December 9, 2021 On November 30, 2021, the Ontario Government passed into law Bill 27, Working for Workers Act, 2021, which makes some broad-sweeping changes to Ontario workplace law. The Bill received...
$5 Million Message to Employers: Ontario Court Enforces Anti-Reprisal Provisions from the Ontario Securities Act in Landmark Ruling
In a recent case from the Ontario Superior Court, McPherson v. Global Growth Assets Inc., 2025 ONSC 5226, the former CEO of Global Growth Assets (“Global”) was awarded $5.4 million in damages resulting from his termination after raising concerns about the company’s compliance with Ontario securities law.
Ontario Court Rules that Dismissal “At Any Time and For Any Reason” Termination Clause is Unenforceable
A recent decision from the Ontario Superior Court, Chan v. NYX Capital Corp., 2025 ONSC 4561, has affirmed that a termination clause which allows termination “at any time and for any reason” is unenforceable.
Ontario Introduces Working for Workers Bill 6
Ontario has recently introduced new legislation which seeks to amend leave provisions under the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”). For example, the proposed Bill seeks to amend the ESA to provide up to 16 weeks of unpaid leave where there is a placement of a child “into an employee’s custody, care and control for the first time for the purposes of adoption”…
Ontario to Expand the Definition of Workplace Harassment to include Virtual Spaces
In Ontario, the Occupational Health and Safety Act outlines Employers’ legal obligations to ensure the maintenance of a safe workplace. The OHSA (the “Act”) requires employers covered by the Act to prepare and regularly review policies regarding workplace harassment.
HRTO Dismisses Sexual Harassment Claim because it was Brought 19 Years after the Alleged Sexual Misconduct Occurred
In Ontario, there is a limitation period for civil legal matters. The Ontario Limitations Act 2002 provides that legal claims of a civil nature must be brought within a two-year period. In 2016 however, the Limitations Act was amended such that sexual assault claims…
The Working for Workers Four Act, 2024 is Making Changes to Employment Law in Ontario
On March 21, 2024, Bill 149, also known at the Working for Workers Four Act, 2024 was passed by the provincial legislature. Building on the Working for Workers Act, 2021, 2022, and 2023, the legislation will expand protections for employees.…
The Supreme Court has Confirmed Public School Employees Have a Reasonable Expectation of Privacy at Work Under the Charter
In York Region District School Board v. Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario, 2024 SCC 22, the Supreme Court has confirmed public school boards are government by nature, and are subject to the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms….
What is the Working for Workers Five Act, 2024?
Bill 190, also known as the Working for Workers Five Act, 2024, was introduced by the Ontario government in May 2024. If enacted, Bill 190 will amend provisions in the Employment Standards Act, 2020 (“ESA”), the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997, among others. The goal of the bill is …
Temporary Help Agencies (THA) and Recruiters to become subject to new Licensing Requirements in Ontario
Ontario has introduced changes to the Employment Standards Act (ESA) which will soon require THAs and recruiters to obtain licenses to operate, as well as impose penalties on those who do not comply with the new licensing requirements. ….
Changes to the Canada Labour Code to Increase Entitlements upon Termination
Amendments to the Canada Labour Code (CLC) are set to introduce greater termination entitlements for federally regulated employees who are terminated without cause. These changes are to take effect February 1, 2024. ….
Bill 27 Passes Into Law – Major Employment Law Changes In Ontario
Ontario’s Bill 27: What It Means For Employers And Employees
I Work Very Long Hours. Should I Be Getting Overtime Pay?
Maternity And Parental Leave In Ontario
