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  • When Does an Employer Own Employee-Created IP: Ontario Court of Appeal Clarifies Ownership of Employee-Created Software

    Summary In Nexus Solutions Inc v Krougly, 2026 ONCA 199 (CanLII), the Ontario Court of Appeal (the “ONCA”) clarified the test for when an employer will own the copyright over software and other works that are created by an employee during their personal time. The decision highlights the limits to employers’ ownership rights under the […]

  • Managing Human Rights in the Workplace: What is not Discrimination?

    Summary If you have ever spoken to an employment or human rights lawyer, you have likely heard a great deal about what discrimination is. What tends to receive far less attention, but is just as important for employers, is understanding what discrimination is not. It is easy for employees to assume that being treated differently […]

  • Adjusting for Inflation: Human Rights Tribunal Increases Damage Awards

    Summary A recent Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (the “Tribunal”) decision highlights the Tribunal’s continued reliance on its past decisions to determine appropriate damages awards in human rights claims, while also signalling an evolving approach to damages. In particular, the Tribunal’s decision in McConnell v. Hibbert, 2026 HRTO 579 (“McConnell”), demonstrates how inflation could push […]

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Recognized as a Tier 1 Firm in Labour and Employment Law in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms™ – Canada by Best Lawyers

We are proud to share that Filion is ranked Tier 1 in Labour and Employment Law, Workers' Compensation Law and Education Law, and our success is shared across multiple offices, highlighting our expertise and collaborative strength. This achievement reflects our team’s dedication to excellence and the trust our clients place in us every day.

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Announcing Summer Students – Class of 2026

We are thrilled to announce that a talented group of summer students will be joining Filion in 2026! Our Toronto office will welcome Kaitlyn Cherry and Michael Zhao, both from Western University, along with Yena Kim from the University of Toronto Faculty of Law. Meanwhile, our Hamilton office is excited to host Kareena Braich from the University of Windsor Faculty of Law.

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The Globe and Mail Names the Firm One of Canada’s Best Law Firms in Labour & Employment Law for 2026

We are proud to share that Filion Wakely Thorup Angeletti LLP has once again been recognized among Canada’s Best Law Firms 2026. The Globe and Mail partnered with Statista to determine which law firms in Canada are held in the highest esteem by their colleagues. This recognition reflects our team’s dedication to excellence and the trust our clients place in us every day.

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