In a ruling by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice on November 19, 2024, Justice K. Hood delivered a decisive judgment in the case of […]

National Bank of Canada, commonly known as National Bank, is one of Canada’s top financial institutions, with a strong reputation for innovation and tailored financial

In October 2025, Scotiabank (The Bank of Nova Scotia) confirmed layoffs across its Canadian banking division as part of an efficiency-driven restructuring, according to reporting

The Bank of Montreal (BMO) is one of Canada’s largest financial institutions, providing a wide range of services from personal and commercial banking to wealth

UPDATE On March 11, 2025 Royal Bank confirmed it has laid off an undisclosed number of employees as part of a restructuring effort tied to

In the recent case of Certified Equipment Sales v. I., 2024 ONSC 2948, Justice Verner addressed a motion for particulars related to the Defendant/Responding Party’s

In the complex realm of administrative law, the recent ruling by the Federal Court sheds light on the intricacies of employment insurance (EI) entitlements. Mr.

The plaintiff ceased working in 2002 due to the deterioration of his vision in the course of his employment as a butcher; he was exposed

The legal working age in Ontario is defined by the Occupational Health and Safety Act (”OHSA”). It outlines different minimum ages for different industries and

There is no set retirement age in Ontario. This allows most employees, with specific exceptions, to continue working as long as they choose.  This freedom

In the case of Stonham v. Recycling Worx Inc. [2023] A.J. No. 1149, the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta reiterated the significance of clear

In December 2022, the Four-Day Work Week Act, otherwise known as Bill 55, passed its first reading. The preamble of the Four-Day Work Week Act

If an employer is found guilty of discrimination, there are many different remedies which may be awarded to the person who received the discrimination. They

It would be great if the law had a snow day provision for adults. Unfortunately, that’s not the case in Ontario. Suppose snow prevents you

Employment Lawyer Walter Yoo explains: Employees often believe that their private social media accounts have no connection to the workplace, especially when the posts on

In Café La Foret Ltd. v. C., 2023 BCCA 354, the British Columbia Court of Appeal addresses whether a global award may be made for

Employment Lawyer Miguel Mangalindan speaks about holiday events and some employment law tips regarding holiday parties: What role does employment law have in workplace social

Employment Lawyer Samantha Lucifora explains: If your employer is attempting to rely on an active employment clause to suggest that you should not get your

Employment law in Ontario governs the relationship between employers and employees in non-unionized workplaces. It sets minimum standards for wages, hours, vacation, public holidays, termination

Alexandra Monkhouse, Employment Lawyer, explains: Who pays legal fees in a class action lawsuit?  Generally, no money is paid up front for a class action

Employees are entitled to a leave of absence in Ontario. The types of leave of absence available for employees is outlined in Ontario’s Employment Standards

If you have been terminated in Ontario, you have rights and entitlements upon termination. Employers must provide a notice of termination or payment in lieu

In Ontario, what type of break period am I entitled to at work? Walter Yoo, Employment Lawyer at Monkhouse Law explains break periods in Ontario:

Andrew Monkhouse, Employment Lawyer, gives employment law advice for employers. Here are 3 tips for employers: 1. Change Management: This is making sure that people