Human Rights Tribunal Clarifies: Neutral Dress Policies vs. LGBTQ+ Discrimination
Under Ontario’s Human Rights Code, it is illegal to discriminate against a person based on sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
Shana Tova! A Joyful New Year to Our Clients & Friends
Wishing a sweet and prosperous New Year to our clients, colleagues and friends celebrating Rosh Hashanah!
Power, Control & Burnout: The Alarming Reality of Toxic Bosses in 2024
A 2023 survey revealed that 87% of professionals have had at least one toxic boss, with 30% reporting they’ve encountered multiple. Alarmingly, 24% say they’re currently working for the worst boss they’ve ever had.
The Hidden Items Most Employees Forget to Negotiate in Their Severance Packages
After a major corporate merger, you’re informed that your role is being eliminated, but your termination package seems unfair, given your decade of service.
Blurred Lines & Legal Liabilities: Why Messaging Apps Threaten Workplace Transparency
A recent ruling by Nunavut’s information and privacy commissioner has raised concerns over the use of messaging apps like WhatsApp for conducting official business.
The Silent Bullying Tactic: How Employees Are Being ‘Managed Out’ of Their Jobs
Being “managed out” of a job is a subtle but damaging form of workplace bullying. Often overlooked, it involves systematically pushing an employee out through insidious tactics that may not be immediately obvious.
The Growing Mistrust in Workplace Bullying Cases
When workplace bullying or harassment arises, it’s typically human resources’ role to support employees. However, many workers are growing skeptical about HR’s effectiveness in these situations.
Workplace Harassment in Canada: 5 Essential Tips for Documenting Incidents
Nearly half of women and 3 in 10 men in Canada report experiencing some form of harassment or sexual assault in the workplace, according to data from Statistics Canada.
Ontario Blockchain Company Ordered to Pay $120K After Cryptocurrency Wage Plan Violates Employment Standards
An Ontario blockchain business must pay two of its employees approximately $120,000 each after the Ontario Labour Relations Board (OLRB) concluded its plan to pay half of their wages in the Company’s own cryptocurrency violated the province’s Employment Standards Act, 2000.
5 Tips for Documenting Workplace Harassment and Misconduct: A Guide for Employees
Nearly half of women and three in 10 men in Canada report experiencing some form of harassment or sexual assault in the workplace, according to data from Statistics Canada.