COVID-19
The WSIB confirmed that the Financial Relief Package will allow employers to defer payments for obligations occurring up to August 31, 2020. All regular payment schedules and terms re-commence on September 1, 2020.
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COVID-19
The Government of Canada and Ontario made the new COVID Alert contact management app available for download. The app lets users know if they may have been exposed to the virus.
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COVID-19
A review of the implications for employers, and what workplace accommodations may become necessary as a result.
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COVID-19
The Province of Ontario enacted Bill 195: Reopening Ontario Act, 2020. Of significance, this Act terminates Ontario’s Declared Emergency.
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COVID-19
The BC Ministry of Labour announced a new program designed to expedite the variance application process for employers seeking to extend COVID-19 related layoffs as they struggle to remain in business in the face of the ongoing pandemic.
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COVID-19
The proposed changes loosen eligibility requirements and allow employers to receive wage subsidy amounts in proportion to any revenue loss.
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COVID-19
As part of our ongoing effort to keep employers informed during the COVID-19 pandemic, our FAQ has been updated given the rapidly changing workplace environment.
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COVID-19
Biometric collection locations have been closed since March. We expect that this announcement will allow IRCC to return to regular in-Canada work permit processing timelines.
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COVID-19
This change will be a great benefit to employers, who will no longer have to wait months for an employee to return to work should they fall out of status.
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