Remote work settled into Canadian workplaces long ago, yet many employers still operate as though the shift was temporary. The result? Quiet risks, unclear expectations, and legal obligations hiding beneath everyday workflows. 

Remote work isn’t dangerous on its own; unstructured remote work is. 

The most common misstep happens before employers even realize it: allowing an

Ontario’s Working for Workers Four Act, 2024 changes the Employment Standards Act. 

From January 1, 2026, employers with 25 or more employees must say in any publicly advertised job posting if AI is used to screen, assess, or select applicants. You must also include the same note in any associated application form. 

This sits beside other new posting rules, such as