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Sep 1, 2011

By Susan Crawford

Some of the Most Unusual Workplace Stories We’ve Heard Over the Years

As another summer draws to a close we thought a lighter approach to our weekly blog was in order.   Over the years we have often heard cl...

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Aug 25, 2011

Random Alcohol Testing in the Workplace

Irving Pulp & Paper, Limited v. Communications, Energy and Paperworkers Union of Canada, Local 30 is the latest decision in a long line of case...

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Aug 18, 2011

By Susan Crawford

An Employee’s Battle with Cancer and the Employment Insurance Act may have Set a Precedent for other Employees to Combine Sick Leave with Parental Leave or other Leave Benefits

The recent Umpire’s decision in Rougas v. Employment Insurance Act  (the “Act”) may have paved the way for employees who bec...

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Aug 11, 2011

By Susan Crawford

Ontario Superior Court Provides Employers with Important Reminders Regarding Just Cause – Employer Ordered to Pay $25,000 Despite Proving Common Law “Just Cause” for Termination

A recent Ontario Superior Court of Justice decision provides employers with some reminders regarding the dismissal of employees for cause. The deci...

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Aug 4, 2011

By Susan Crawford

Wrongful Dismissal Damages Not the Only Risk in Failing to Provide Reasonable Notice of Termination-200K Awarded for Failure to Continue Disability Coverage

Employers often make a calculated gamble when dismissing employees with notice by providing only the employee’s Employment Standards Act (&ld...

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Jul 28, 2011

By Susan Crawford

Summary Judgment Ruling Emphasizes the Importance of Employment Contracts

The decision of McNeely v. Herbal Magic Inc. once again confirms that well drafted employment agreements are effective in minimizing potential dama...

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Jul 21, 2011

By Susan Crawford

An employee on sick leave has provided a doctor's note saying "required to be off for 2 months". Can I ask for better medical information?

While no two employers are alike, there are common workplace issues that arise for which the CCP team provides strategic legal advice. We have comp...

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Jul 15, 2011

By Susan Crawford

WSIB Policies on Work Reintegration and NEER Become Effective July 15, 2011 and WSIB Announces 2012 Premium Rate Increase

After exhaustive stakeholder consultations, the final seven WSIB Work Reintegration and NEER policies will come into effect today. The thrust of th...

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Jul 14, 2011

By Susan Crawford

Substantial fines for failing to cooperate with inspection under OHSA

The Ministry of Labour released news of two recent convictions under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (“OHSA”). While the Ministr...

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Jul 7, 2011

By Susan Crawford

Ontario’s Top Court Provides Clarity Regarding Notice Periods – Unskilled Worker Receives 22 Months’ Notice

A recent Ontario Court of Appeal decision provides some useful guidance for employers when dismissing non-union employees without cause. The decisi...

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Jun 30, 2011

By Kelsey Orth

Divisional Court Expands Employer Accident Reporting Obligations Under OHSA

In a recent decision that has broad implications across all sectors of industry and business, the Divisional Court has held that the Occupational H...

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Jun 23, 2011

By Susan Crawford

Can I have existing employees sign written employment agreements?

While no two employers are alike, there are common workplace issues that arise for which the CCP team provides strategic legal advice.  We hav...

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Jun 16, 2011

By Kelsey Orth

AODA Integrated Accessibility Standard

The Integrated Accessibility Standard under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act  (“AODA”) was recently released,...

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Jun 9, 2011

By Susan Crawford

Two Points from Ontario’s top court: 1) Short service does not mean short notice; and 2) Employment “ends” when active service ceases

A recent Ontario Court of Appeal decision provides a useful reminder to employers that short service does not necessarily mean short notice. In add...

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Jun 2, 2011

By Susan Crawford

Ontario Human Rights Tribunal Awards $25,000.00 in Damages for Loss of Dignity and over $100,000.00 in Lost Wages for Discriminatory Termination of Two Year Employee

In September 2005, the Humber Institute of Technology hired Ms DeAbreo into the position of Educational Manager for its Corporate Education Centre....

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May 26, 2011

By Mike MacLellan

Harassment and Discrimination Complaints Against Clublink Dismissed by Human Rights Tribunal

On May 3, 2011 the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal dismissed a human rights complaint against Clublink, lodged by a former employee.  Jayson Rid...

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May 19, 2011

By Susan Crawford

10 Tips for Preventing an Escalation of Violence During Workplace Meetings

Incidents of workplace violence can arise in the most unlikely of places, particularly when meetings take place to deliver unpleasant news.  T...

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May 19, 2011

By Kelsey Orth

Bill 160 Passes May 19, 2011

Bill 160, the McGuinty government’s overhaul of Ontario’s workplace health and safety legislation scheme, passed third reading on May 1...

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May 15, 2011

By Jay Rider

Divisional Court Overrules Labour Board on Legality of Non-Construction Employer Provisions

On February 18, 2011 the Divisional Court in Ontario unanimously overturned a prior ruling by the Ontario Labour Relations Board ("OLRB") that the ...

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May 5, 2011

Employers Required To Provide Emergency Response Information To Employees With A Disability By January 2012

Most employers in Ontario will be required to provide workplace emergency response information in an accessible format to its employees effective J...

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