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Ontario releases Changing Workplaces Review Final Report: Franchising gets more than it bargained for

The Ontario government released its long-awaited Changing Workplaces Review Final Report on May 23, 2017.

Random drug and alcohol testing – Employer learnings from Suncor v Unifor

There are a number of considerations to take when Implementing a drug and alcohol testing program. Read about the wide range of topics for employers...

Ontario court dismisses injunction to restrain random drug and alcohol testing

The Ontario Superior Court of Justice recently denied a union’s injunction to restrain an employer’s universal random drug and alcohol testing...

Lexology Navigator: Québec Labour & Employment

Osler’s employment law experts outline the key provincial and federal legal considerations for employers in Québec.

Top 9 technology issues in the workplace

Employers need to be cognizant of the following nine possible issues so they can put in place the best preventative measures to avoid future problems.

Employment issues during an economic downturn

This presentation outlines a variety of employment matters that may arise during an economic downturn and helps arm businesses with the strategic...

A review of new whistleblower protections under Ontario’s Securities Act

The Ontario government has approved amendments to the Securities Act (Ontario) to prohibit reprisals against whistleblowers and prohibit contractual...

Drug testing policies in the wake of Irving – Addressing legitimate safety concerns

Employers are increasingly looking to drug and alcohol testing to address workplace safety risks while employees and unions continue to challenge...

Franchisors – Are you at risk of joint employer status in Canada?

A finding of joint employer status, where a franchisor is found to be the joint or co-employer of its franchisees’ employees, is arguably the most...