Author Archives: Written on behalf of GGFH LLP

Electronic Monitoring Policies Mandated For Certain Larger Employers

The Working for Workers Act 2022 received royal assent and became law in Ontario on April 11, 2022. We recently… Read More

Recent Arbitration Decisions Uphold Covid-19 Vaccination Policies

In March 2022, the Ontario Government removed many COVID-19 health measures, such as the need to wear masks in most indoor settings… Read More

Unfair Labour Practices During a Union’s Organizing Campaign

A union can file an application requesting to be certified to represent a specific group of employees in a workplace. In… Read More

How Long is the Period of Reasonable Notice for Termination Without Cause?

Termination without cause occurs when an employer does not assert that it has a legal justification for terminating the individual’s employment without notice… Read More

Working For Workers Act 2021 Prohibits Non-Compete Agreements

We recently reported on Bill 27 – Working for Workers Act 2021. It has now received royal… Read More

What Does The Right To Disconnect Actually Mean?

We recently reported on Bill 27 – Working for Workers Act 2021. It has now received royal assent and… Read More

The Great Resignation and its Impact on Employment Law in Ontario

COVID-19 has changed the landscape of employment for many industries and has led to an increase in employees choosing to voluntarily leave their… Read More

Transparency and the Provision of Reasonable Notice in Termination Letters

When dismissing an employee from their job, employers should take care to draft a proper termination letter. A termination letter should describe the reasons… Read More

Undue Hardship in Employment Law

Employers have an obligation to accommodate employees who are unable to perform their work duties for legitimate reasons, such as disability. Employers… Read More