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According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, 15-25% of pregnancies end in a miscarriage. Yet, many employers do not have a plan in place for supporting employees who have experienced miscarriages, stillbirths or pregnancy loss.

Miscarriage can be a devastating experience both physically and emotionally, and providing support and resources to employees during such a time is crucial for creating a positive work environment and inclusive workplace culture. For Canadian employers, it’s important to understand the legislative framework around miscarriage leave and adopt compassionate, supportive policies that comply with provincial and federal regulations.Continue Reading Understanding Miscarriage Leave Entitlements Across Canada

In Canada, firing someone means more than just showing them the door—you’ll probably also be holding it open, offering them severance, and making sure you’re nice about it to avoid bad faith damages.

For U.S. employers with a Canadian workforce, there are several key differences in employment law, especially when it comes to terminating employees. Continue Reading Guide for US Employers Terminating a Canadian Employee

Running a business in Ontario? You’ve got enough on your plate. Let’s make sure you’re up to speed on mandatory breaks under the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”). 

Rest and Meal Breaks 

The ESA is clear: If your employees work more than five consecutive hours, they are entitled to a 30-minute break. You can’t skip it unless you want to risk non-compliance. The break is unpaid unless you require the employee to do any form of work during that time. For example, if an employee remains “on call” or at their desk during their break, they must be compensated for it.Continue Reading Mandatory Breaks in Ontario: What You Need to Know

Are you an Ontario farmer employer navigating the complexity of the special farm worker rules?  This is the first of a few posts that will walk through the main employment law issues to consider for your agricultural employees.

In Ontario, the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”) sets out the minimum standards for most employees, but there are specific exemptions for farm workers. These exemptions recognize the unique demands of agricultural work, which often require flexibility due to seasonal and weather-related factors. Continue Reading Understanding your Farm Worker ESA Exemptions in Ontario

Mitigation issues can save an employer months of termination pay and/or gut your termination case, depending on whether you are the employer or employee in a dispute.

But what exactly is mitigation? This post sets out the basics.

What is Mitigation?

In Canadian employment law, mitigation refers to the legal obligation of an employee who…