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Whereas the WSIB’s SIEF policy has long provided employers with cost relief in claims where a worker’s prior disability caused or contributed to the compensable accident, or if the period resulting from an accident becomes prolonged or enhanced due to a worker’s pre-existing condition, the revisions establish an effective closure date of June 16, 2026: … Continued
Read moreThe Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development in Ontario recently amended Ontario Regulation 422/17 (the “regulations”) pursuant to the Ontario Immigration Act, 2015 (OIA), which changed the permanent residence streams available under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (“OINP”). These amendments came into force on June 26, 2026. The changes include removing the existing eight (8) streams and … Continued
Read moreThe Facts In Tudor v Accurate Screen Ltd., the employer posted for a new Vice President of Business Development, considered an executive level position. The job posting stated an undergraduate degree in Business Administration or a related field was required and that an applicant would ideally also posses an MBA. The Plaintiff’s online application stated … Continued
Read moreHealth Statutes Amendment Act, 2025 (No. 2) The Health Statutes Amendment Act, 2025 (No. 2), more commonly referred to as Bill 11, was introduced by the Government of Alberta in late October 2025. Bill 11 will affect employer-sponsored benefit plans in three key areas: 1) Age-based termination of benefits; 2) Drugs and supplemental health benefits; … Continued
Read moreThis inaugural issue covers Ontario hospital arbitration decisions, HLDAA wage award trends, Alberta developments including wrongful dismissal litigation at AHS and a physician wage arbitration, BC duty of fair representation and human rights decisions, Charter litigation redefining the limits of government intervention in collective bargaining, and the pan-Canadian expansion of long-term illness leaves. If you have questions about any of the matters covered, please reach out to a member of our team.
Read moreOne of the primary changes proposed is an increase from the current level of Loss-of-Earnings (“LOE”) benefits payable to workers, from 85% of a worker’s pre-injury net average earnings to 90%. This represents the first increase to income replacement benefits that would be seen in 30 years. An increase to payable LOE benefits, if passed, … Continued
Read moreESDC has indicated that these measures are intended to target unemployed youth in Canada and to address critical labour shortages faced by rural communities due to low unemployment rates and difficulty attracting, recruiting and retaining workers. A ‘Low-Wage’ position is a position where the Employer will pay less than the wage threshold provided for the … Continued
Read moreOn October 1, 2026, the minimum wage in Ontario will be increasing from $17.60 to $17.95 per hour, representing an approximately 2% increase. This follows a previous increase from $17.20 to $17.60 per hour, effective October 1, 2025. Ontario’s new minimum wage will remain the second highest of all provinces in the country after British … Continued
Read moreArticles: Proof of Cannabis Consumption is NOT Proof of Impairment: Policy Wording Matters! To Whom it May Concern: Employer’s Failure to Provide Positive Letter of Reference Results in Lengthier Notice Period Age-Based Benefit Limits Upheld: What Okanagan College Means for Employers Proof of Cannabis Consumption is NOT Proof of Impairment: Policy Wording Matters! Megan … Continued
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