In this blog, Alissa outlines guidance for employers on how to manage an employee struggling with their mental health, and the delicate balance that’s needed to accommodate employees, while still running a productive workplace.
Workfluencing: The Rise of Employee Content Creation & What It Means for Employers
In this blog post, Brooke highlights important considerations for employers of “workfluencers” or employees sharing their typical workday and information about their jobs. While these videos can be engaging, they also present legal, ethical, and operational challenges.
Don’t You Forget About Me – The Importance of Regular Communications with Absent Employees
40 years ago, The Breakfast Club hit theatres and its soundtrack hit the airwaves. In this blog, Cynthia Ingram shares how the movie’s iconic end-credit song, Don’t You (Forget About Me), is an important reminder to employers who have employees away from work on a leave of absence.
Hold On for Dear Life: There Is No Meaningful Lifeline for Ontario Employers
We’ve never been under any illusions – employers in Canada don’t have an easy time of things when they land themselves before our courts. Nowhere is that clearer than in the Ontario courts. Cue the judgment of the court in Baker v. Van Dolder’s Home Team Inc.
Santa’s Other Key Christmas List – Checking Off the North Pole’s Seasonal Employment Needs
This holiday season, we’re making a list and checking it twice to make sure Ontario employers don’t get stuck on some of the common challenges of hiring seasonal employees in their run-up to high season.
Curiosity Culture and Employment Law: Navigating Legal Challenges in the Workplace
As workplaces evolve, many organizations in Ontario are embracing a “curiosity culture” that promotes exploration, innovation, and open communication. While fostering a curious environment can lead to greater creativity and employee engagement, it also introduces a host of legal challenges that employers must navigate.