Information About Employment & Human Rights Law in Canada

Ontario employers should be preparing now for an upcoming minimum wage increase that will take effect later this year. Ontario minimum wage increasing October 1, 2026 On April 1, the Ontario government has announced that the general minimum wage will increase from $17.60  to $17.95 per hour effectiv … Read more »

If you employ people, AI is already part of your workplace. It’s not really a prediction so much as the current reality.Employees are using AI tools to write emails, summarize meetings, polish reports, prepare presentations, and speed through everyday tasks. Many are doing it quietly, and some are d … Read more »

Workplace safety is not a “set it and forget it” exercise.Across Canada, governments are tightening expectations around workplace health and safety. Employers who fail to properly protect workers from occupational hazards can face serious consequences.Corporations, directors, officers, and even indi … Read more »

Many employers assume equity plans play by different rules. Different from employment contracts. Different from termination clauses. Different from Employment Standards Act (“ESA”) analysis. A recent Ontario decision suggests otherwise, and the implications are significant for employers who rely on … Read more »

Workforce planning has always been a balancing act. Employers move between hiring, restructuring, and supporting employees through personal and medical challenges. The latest ESA updates covering layoffs, illness leave, and job seeking time during mass terminations give employees stronger stability … Read more »