Employment & Disability Blog
What is an Arbitration Clause in Ontario?
An arbitration clause in an Ontario employment contract stipulates that you agree to use a binding arbitration hearing to settle disputes arising from the employment contract instead of the court system. People are understandably excited to receive an offer of...
Am I Still Employed While on Long-Term Disability in Canada
Yes, you are still employed while on long-term disability (LTD) in Canada. You continue to enjoy the same employment rights while on long-term disability as when you are in the workplace. And while employers can generally terminate an employee at any time, it is...
Who is Entitled to Severance Pay in Ontario & How Much?
Most people have heard the term “severance pay” or “severance package,” however, not many know the legal definition, when they are entitled to severance pay, what/how much they are entitled to for severance pay and what to do if an employer does not provide them the...
Pay Cut Laws: Can My Employer Reduce My Wages in Ontario?
The answer is yes; an employer can reduce your wages in Ontario, as they can in other Canadian provinces. Employers are allowed to make minor changes to your employment, including small reductions in your pay (with exceptions). They can also make significant changes...
The Right to Disconnect in Canada: Everything You Need to Know
On December 2, 2021, the Ontario government amended the Employment Standards Act, 2000, (ESA), when it passed Bill 27, known as the Working for Workers Act, 2021. The amendment made headlines primarily because it was purportedly giving Ontario workers the “right to...
What is a Performance Improvement Plan & What Does it Entail?
A performance improvement plan (PIP) can be a legitimate management tool used to help employees shore up deficiencies in their speed or quality of work, or to address any behaviour-related concerns. It can also be used as an excuse to fire an employee for cause when...
Heart Disease on the COVID-19 Vaccine Priority List
Heart Disease on the Covid-19 Vaccine Priority List by Linda Noorafkan, Employment and Disability Lawyer COVID-19 isn’t the world’s leading cause of death. It’s heart disease.[1] Heart disease is such a risky condition that, in November 2020, the National Advisory...
COVID-19 Causing Stroke – Even Amongst Youth
COVID-19 Causing Stroke - Even Amongst Youth by Linda Noorafkan - Employment and Disability Lawyer Younger Canadians may think that they’re immune to COVID-19 effects. This is far from the truth. Recently, Riley Behrens, a 23-year-old in Arizona, suffered from a...
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