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  • A Cautionary Tale: Court Awards 12-Month Notice Period and Punitive Damages to 3-Year Employee

    Summary In a recent summary judgment decision, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (the “Court”) found that an employee with only three years and seven months of service was entitled to twelve months’ notice of termination. The Court further held that the employee was entitled to $57,740.55 in punitive damages.  The Court’s reasons in Carroll […]

  • L&E Global Employment Law Tracker – October 2025

    L&E Global Employment Law Tracker – October 2025 A monthly bulletin specifically designed to help employers stay up-to-date on the latest global workplace trends. For the most recent global employment law updates from L&E Global, please visit Employment Law Tracker –  October 2025.

  • Ontario Removes Interprovincial Employment Barriers

    On September 1, 2025, the Government of Ontario announced its latest initiative aimed at strengthening the provincial economy in the face of global economic uncertainty and the ongoing threat posed by US tariffs. Ontario filed regulations under the Ontario Labour Mobility Act, 2009 to remove interprovincial barriers for certain Canadian workers, making it faster and easier for those workers to move to Ontario from other Canadian provinces and territories.

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Filion Welcomes Anne Marie Heenan

We are pleased to share that Anne Marie Heenan has rejoined the Firm as a Senior Associate. Called to the bar in 2014, Anne Marie began her career with the Firm as an articling student and later as an associate before expanding her experience at another labour and employment boutique. She offers clients practical, high-quality […]

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Filion’s Managing Partner Spotlighted in Canadian Lawyer

We’re proud to share that our Managing Partner, Carissa Tanzola, was recently interviewed by Canadian Lawyer Magazine for a feature highlighting her historic appointment as Filion’s first female Managing Partner. In the article, Carissa reflects on the firm’s legacy, her leadership journey, and the importance of fostering inclusivity within the legal profession. To learn more […]

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Chambers Canada Guide 2026 Recognizes the Firm and Four Partners

We are proud to share that Filion has once again been recognized in the Chambers Canada 2026 Guide as a leading law firm in Employment & Labour Law, both nationally and in Ontario. This achievement reflects our team’s dedication to excellence and the trust our clients place in us every day. Special congratulations to our […]

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