Overview Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act requires employers to conduct investigations that are “reasonable in the circumstances” into allegations of workplace harassment. But what does this mean in practice? In this webinar, our team of lawyers and workplace investigators will review the foundational legal principles underpinning fair and legally defensible investigations into allegations of […]
Overview Addiction issues in the workplace are an increasingly pervasive challenge for employers to navigate. Given employers’ legal obligations to accommodate employees with disabilities, this can pose many practical challenges. In this interactive seminar, our team will share strategies to ensure that you are meeting your legal obligations and help you manage issues related to […]
Overview It has been another year of significant change for businesses and employers across the country. Join us for a complimentary webinar as we take a look back at some of the key labour and employment developments of 2023, discuss some of the most notable cases and legislative developments, and provide insight into what to […]
Overview Unsafe workplaces can have devastating consequences for employees and can also result in significant legal consequences for employers and supervisors, including large fines and, in extreme cases, imprisonment. Therefore, implementing procedures and protocols to maintain health and safety in the workplace is critical for employers. This interactive seminar will provide important information to assist […]
Overview Ontario’s employment laws have significantly evolved in recent months, with major developments being released from both the courts and the legislature. These developments pose many practical challenges for employers in the management of common workplace issues. In this interactive seminar, our team will share strategies to help you navigate the rapidly changing landscape and […]
Overview The COVID-19 pandemic is gradually becoming a thing of the past, but its effects are still being felt across Canadian workplaces. In this informative webinar, our panelists will review some of the lingering issues faced by employers and ways to minimize outstanding legal claims. Topics of discussion will include:
Overview The COVID-19 pandemic brought a wave of new and unique accommodation requests for employers to navigate. After years of working remotely, employees expect home-based work arrangements as accommodation for childcare needs. Requests for medical accommodation for mental health and other conditions are also on the rise as individuals continue to deal with pandemic-related stressors […]
Overview Economists have warned that Canada will almost certainly experience a recession in 2023. Stay ahead of the curve and join us on February 28th for a discussion on how to manage terminations during an economic downturn. During this presentation, we will offer guidance on how to implement lawful terminations to reduce your litigation risk and tips […]
Overview The data of Canadian organizations is increasingly under threat of cyberattack and security breach. With the rapidly-evolving state of privacy laws and digital technology, businesses need to be vigilant in combatting attacks from cybercriminals and securing the data they hold about their operations, employees, and clients. Filion Wakely Thorup Angeletti LLP’s Cybersecurity practice group […]
Overview Workplace injury claims can represent a significant overhead cost for employers. However, whether you are a Schedule 1 or 2 employer, there are many ways that you can reduce your WSIB claim costs and premium rates, including through actively managing claims and strategic account-related appeals. Join us on December 14th as Carissa Tanzola, Hossein […]
Overview As remote and hybrid work become increasingly common across Canadian workplaces, employees are less geographically tied to their employers’ physical offices than ever before. Some employees are leveraging this opportunity by working remotely from other provinces, territories, or countries on temporary “workcations” or more permanently as “digital nomads”. At the same time, the widespread […]
Overview In this webinar, Casey Dockendorff and Darren Avery will review scary stories (all based on true events) in which aggravated damages were awarded against employers for their conduct when dismissing employees. Our expert panel will review recent cases involving awards of aggravated damages and discuss trends from the law. Our team will also provide […]