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‘Tis the Season – Impairment in the Workplace

December 18, 2018 | Work Environment and Policies

With the legalization of marijuana, article provides info on cannabis impairment and what to do if suspect co-worker is impaired.

Bill 47 Repeals Ontario’s New Labour Laws under Bill 148

October 23, 2018 | Work Environment and Policies

A summary of Bill 47 which is set to repeal Bill 148’s sweeping labour law reforms in Ontario.

Steps to a Psychologically Healthy Workplace

October 15, 2018 | Work Environment and Policies

Canada has a National Standard for Psychologically Healthy Workplaces.  Find out what it is and the resources available to employers.

The Dos and Don’ts of Managing Employees Pre- and Post-Maternity Leave

July 19, 2018 | Work Environment and Policies

Tips on managing employees who are going off, or are already on, maternity/parental leave

What are Employer Obligations on Election Day?

June 05, 2018 | Work Environment and Policies

Ontario Election Day is coming up on June 7, 2018; this article sets out the obligations of employers in Ontario.

Are You Prepared for Ontario’s Equal Pay for Equal Work effective April 1, 2018

March 26, 2018 | Work Environment and Policies

Bill 148’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Provisions come into effect on April 1, 2018; here’s a summary on what it is all about and how you can be prepared.

3 Things Employers Need to Prepare for the Legalization of Marijuana

February 06, 2018 | Work Environment and Policies

Find out the three things employers need to have in place to prepare for the legalization of marijuana in Canada.

Are Your Employees Excited to Come to Work?

January 23, 2018 | Work Environment and Policies

If employees are not excited to come to work, they are most likely one of the 89% of Canadian employees that would accept another opportunity if it was offered to them.  Some questions to ask yourself about whether your organization has a work environment conducive to engaged employees who are excited about work.

Ontario’s New Scheduling Provisions

November 26, 2017 | Work Environment and Policies

Ontario’s Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, 2017 recently passed.  This blog outlines the changes to scheduling work for Ontario employees.

Proposed Changes to Ontario’s Employment Standards Act

November 20, 2017 | Work Environment and Policies

As Bill 148 has been ordered for Third Reading as amended, this article will highlight and summarize the major changes Ontario employers may expect.