
Canadian Labour and Employment Law
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Baker & McKenzie's Canadian Labour and Employment Law blog provides employers with up to date information on legal developments that impact workplace policies and procedures, human resources management, employment agreements, discipline and dismissal, and employment-related litigation.
Canadian Labour and Employment Law
1w ago
Special thanks to our articling student Andie Hoang for contributing to this update. As artificial intelligence and its integration into business operations continues to evolve rapidly, many employers are exploring the use of AI systems in a bid to make hiring decisions more efficient and data-driven. “AI” encompasses a wide range of technologies from simple ..read more
Canadian Labour and Employment Law
1w ago
In the recent case of Preston v. Cervus Equipment Corporation, Ontario’s Court of Appeal offered employers a friendly reminder that well-drafted settlement documents will survive judicial scrutiny. Key Takeaways for Clients Preston underscores the necessity of clear and precise language in settlement agreements. Employers should use broad and inclusive release language that can encompass a ..read more
Canadian Labour and Employment Law
1M ago
Special thanks to our articling student Andie Hoang for contributing to this update. As we wrap up 2024 and look forward to 2025, here are 10 key developments Canadian employers should track: 1. Changes to Termination Notice Periods for Federal Employees In February 2024, amendments to section 230 of the Canada Labour Code came into effect ..read more
Canadian Labour and Employment Law
2M ago
We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming event series, featuring a range of sessions in Canada and across North America. In our 75-minute Canadian Employer Update webinar, we will bring you up to speed on major developments like Ontario’s ‘Working for Workers’ legislation, managing pay transparency obligations across Canada, significant case law updates ..read more
Canadian Labour and Employment Law
2M ago
In the recent case of Bertsch v. Datastealth Inc., 2024 ONSC 5593 (Bertsch), an Ontario court upheld a termination provision that did not specify every detail. While recent decisions suggest that such provisions may have to be flawless to be enforceable, Bertsch is a welcome decision showing that employers do not necessarily have to meet ..read more
Canadian Labour and Employment Law
3M ago
Special thanks to our articling student Andie Hoang for contributing to this update. In 2022, the Ontario government sought to establish a new legal framework for “digital platform work” through the introduction of the Digital Platform Workers’ Rights Act, 2022. It is now set to come into force on July 1, 2025. The Act, stemming from ..read more
Canadian Labour and Employment Law
3M ago
On October 28, 2024, Ontario’s Working for Workers Five Act, 2024 (Bill 190) received royal assent. Here’s what employers need to know: Key Changes Takeaways for Employers By staying informed and proactive, employers can ensure they are compliant with the new regulations and continue to support their workforce effectively. Please contact a member of our ..read more
Canadian Labour and Employment Law
8M ago
Changes to the capital gains inclusion rate and the employee stock option deduction rate (as proposed in Budget 2024) will apply to stock options exercised and shares sold on or after June 25, 2024.
The new measure reduces the stock option deduction and capital gains tax exemption from 1/2 of the taxable amount to 1/3 of the taxable amount, if an individual’s annual combined limit of CAD 250,000 has been exceeded. The individual taxpayer can choose how to allocate the preferential tax treatment between the stock option income and capital gains to the extent the combined limit has been e ..read more
Canadian Labour and Employment Law
8M ago
We are thrilled to announced that the latest edition of The Global Employer: Focus on Global Immigration & Mobility is now available! This handy, go-to desk reference guide includes:
An overview of key global immigration and mobility issues to consider related to immigration, employment, compensation and employee benefits, income taxes and social insurance, and global equity compensation.
An executive summary for 27 jurisdictional chapters identifying key government agencies, highlighting current compliance and enforcement trends, and describing short and long term visas approp ..read more
Canadian Labour and Employment Law
9M ago
We’re bringing the world to you. Join Baker McKenzie for our annual Global Employment Law webinar series.
In the face of intensifying geopolitical risk and continuing economic uncertainty, the challenges for global employers to plan carefully and operate strategically to maintain a thriving workforce is greater than ever. We’ll help employers navigate those challenges in our four-part webinar series featuring Baker McKenzie Global Employment Law colleagues from the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East and Africa who will share legal updates an ..read more