Duty of Good Faith Applies to Employees: Court Upholds Termination for Cause
A recent Ontario Superior Court of Justice decision highlights the importance of the duty of good faith owed by employees and the need for employers to conduct investigations in cases relating to employee misconduct. Background In the case of Arora v. ICICI Bank of Canada, Amit Arora, a long-standing employee with 15 years of service, […]
Simplifying Terminations: Best Practices and Key Takeaways
Making the decision to terminate an employee is difficult in itself. This is often further complicated for small businesses and entrepreneurs who may not have dedicated and experienced HR personnel. However, it is essential for employers to understand the key steps (and key pitfalls) when terminating an employee. Poorly done terminations can drive wrongful dismissal […]
Krmpotic v.s Thunder Bay Electronics Limited
In a recent Ontario Court of Appeal decision, the court upheld a $50,000 award for Aggravated damages ordered to an employee due to the manner in which they were dismissed. The 59-year-old employee, Mr. Krmpotic, worked for the Company, Thunder Bay Electronics Limited, as a Building Maintenance Supervisor, for nearly 30 years. After sustaining work-related […]
Navigating Compliance Training in Canada: Ensuring Success and Mitigating Risks
Keeping your employees safe, informed, and compliant with regulations is a crucial aspect of running a successful business. While the specific requirements can vary depending on factors such as location and industry, understanding the importance and benefits of compliance training is essential for every employer. By proactively addressing potential compliance issues through training, you can […]
Dazed and Confused
By: Arjun Dhir| Dialogue Magazine On October 17, 2018, the Cannabis Act officially came into effect, permitting Canadians to legally purchase, possess and consume recreational cannabis. Amidst the excitement, a report published by the Conference Board of Canada indicated that more than half of Canadian employers expressed concerns about the potential effects that this significant legislative […]
Managing Group Benefit Entitlements for Ontario’s Aging Population
By: Arjun Dhir for TLOMA In December 2006, the Liberal government abolished Ontario’s mandatory retirement age of 65. By doing so, the Ontario Government empowered individuals aged 65 and older by allowing them to choose when they are ready to exit the workforce. However, the Government simultaneously provided employers with the freedom to decide how to treat these older workers, […]
UP IN SMOKE: PREPARING FOR THE PRESENCE OF MARIJUANA IN THE WORKPLACE
By: Miriam Anbar for The Lawyer’s Daily | Bill C-45, the government’s marijuana legalization bill, was passed in a historic Senate vote (52-29) on Tuesday, June 19, 2018, resulting in subsequent confirmation from Prime Minister Trudeau that marijuana products will be legally consumable across Canada starting on Oct. 17, 2018… Read more →
Payroll Professionals and the Duty to Accommodate
By: Jordan Rodney for Dialogue Magazine | It is no secret that the role of a payroll professional within an organization is constantly evolving. Anyone familiar with this role will be able to acknowledge the myriad of hats that payroll professionals wear on a regular basis. Not only are they tasked with managing the organization’s […]
Communicating Through Text Messages with Employees: A Cautionary Tale
Written by: Arjun Dhir Email, text message, iMessage, WhatsApp – these are some of the many means of communication in today’s digital age which continue to expand. In the employment sphere, technology has rapidly changed the way in which an organization communicates with its employees. Gone are the days of carefully drafting an email or […]
The Ugly Truth: Discriminatory Hiring Practices
Delta Staffing Services came under fire recently when they posted a job ad stating male employees would receive higher compensation than their female counterparts, CityNews reports. As well, for a similar posting, Delta noted they were preferably looking for those of Asian and European cultures. Pay equity (equal pay for male jobs and female jobs), […]