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A recent decision of the Ontario Labour Relations Board (OLRB) provides important guidance on how the Board assesses challenges to representation votes in complex, multi-union environments. In Ontario Health atHome v. Ontario Nurses’ Association et al., the Board was asked to consider whether alle … Read more »

In recent years, many employers have adopted “unlimited vacationâ€� policies as part of their workplace culture. Often promoted as a progressive benefit, unlimited vacation is intended to provide employees with flexibility and autonomy over their time away from work. Companies frequently frame the … Read more »

Labour disputes in the public sector often involve a delicate balance between workers’ constitutional rights and the government’s responsibility to protect broader societal interests. One of the most important legal questions that can arise in these disputes is whether governments can intervene … Read more »

Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins LLP is pleased to announce that three of its partners, R. Mark Fletcher, William R. Gale, and Jeff C. Hopkins, have been recognized as leading employment lawyers in Ontario in the 2026 edition of the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory. For over three decades, the Canadian … Read more »

The trucking industry plays a critical role in Canada’s economy. Every day, thousands of drivers move goods across provincial and international borders, supporting supply chains that keep businesses operating and communities supplied. Despite its economic importance, however, the sector has increa … Read more »