Employers Liable for Vaccination Injury – A Sign of Things to Come?
In a landmark decision from Australia, the South Australian Employment Tribunal has set a precedent that may resonate globally, especially in Canada. This decision involves the Department of Child...
View ArticleNew Staffing Regulations in Long-Term Care: A Step Forward or a Stumbling Block?
In a significant move, Ontario has recently updated its regulations concerning the qualifications of staff in the long-term care sector, particularly personal support workers (PSWs). This decision,...
View ArticleRichmond Hill Board of Trade Business Achievement Awards May 2, 2024
Date: Thursday, May 2, 2024 Time: 6pm Location: Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel & Suites, 600 Highway 7 Richmond Hill ON Minken Employment Lawyers is proud to be a sponsor of the annual...
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Steady in the Storm: Navigating Layoffs Requiring Expert Legal Guidance in...
In the face of a tumultuous economic landscape characterized by a blend of recovery efforts and strategic repositioning, companies around the world are making hard decisions when it comes to their...
View ArticleUnderstanding Ontario Appeal Court’s Ruling on Fixed-Term Contracts
In a recent decision, the Court of Appeal for Ontario addressed the complexities surrounding fixed-term contracts and termination clauses. In Kopyl v. Losani Homes, the court clarified that an invalid...
View ArticleSuspended Unvaccinated Canada Post Employees Win Grievance
Arbitrator found it unreasonable to apply vaccination policy to remote workers In a pivotal ruling by a labour arbitrator, remote employees of Canada Post who were suspended without pay for...
View ArticleThe Pitfalls of Fixed-Term Contracts: What Employers Need to Know
Fixed-term contracts may seem like an attractive solution for employers seeking temporary solutions, such as covering a leave of absence or ensuring short-term project completion. In a recent post,...
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HRD Canada: “Navigating new horizons for media, technology employers”
Human Resources Director Canada published an online article by Ronald Minken, February 15, 2024: “Navigating new horizons for media, technology employers“ The impact of Bills C-11 and C-18 on media...
View ArticleCanadian HR Reporter: Understanding Ontario Court of Appeal’s ruling on...
Canadian HR Reporter published an online article by Ronald Minken, May 14, 2024: “Understanding Ontario Court of Appeal’s ruling on fixed-term contracts” Two courts clarify that invalid termination...
View ArticleCanadian HR Reporter: Suspended, unvaccinated Canada Post employees win...
Canadian HR Reporter published an online article by Ronald Minken, June 3, 2024: “Suspended, unvaccinated Canada Post employees win grievance” Arbitrator finds it unreasonable to apply COVID-related...
View ArticleOntario’s Bill 149: Key Changes Impacting Employers & Workers
Bill 149 further burdens employers, provides more rights to employees On March 21, 2024, Ontario’s employment landscape witnessed significant changes with the enactment of Bill 149, the Working for...
View ArticleCourt of Appeal – Navigating Deadlines To Appeal
Appeal Court decision demonstrates care must be exercised to not miss appeal deadlines In the recent case of ID Inc. v. Toronto Wholesale Produce Association, 2024, the Ontario Court of Appeal...
View ArticleACCE Golf Classic June 26, 2024
Date: June 26, 2024 Time: Registration @ 11:30 am; Dinner Reception @ 6:30 pm; Dinner @ 7:00 pm Location: Angus Glen Golf Club, 10080 Kennedy Rd., Markham, ON L6C 1N9 Tournament Format: 4-Person...
View ArticleLandmark UN Complaint Filed by Employers Association Against Federal...
United Nations labour agency to rule on whether the federal government neglected key labour conventions In a historic move, Canadian Federally Regulated Employers – Transportation and Communication...
View ArticleCanadian HR Reporter: Ontario’s Bill 149: Key changes impacting employers and...
Canadian HR Reporter published an online article by Ronald Minken and Tanya Sambi, July 15, 2024: “Ontario’s Bill 149: Key changes impacting employers and workers” Bill 149 further burdens employers,...
View ArticleCanadian HR Reporter: Navigating deadlines to appeal in Ontario
Canadian HR Reporter published an online article by Ronald Minken and Tanya Sambi, July 31, 2024: “Navigating deadlines to appeal in Ontario” Care must be exercised to not miss appeal deadlines around...
View ArticleCanadian HR Reporter: The pitfalls of fixed-term contracts
Canadian HR Reporter published an online article by Ronald Minken and Tanya Sambi, August 12, 2024: “The pitfalls of fixed-term contracts” Fixed-term contracts may not be the best option for employers...
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Minken Employment Lawyers present Jazz Series at Flato Markham Theatre 2024/2025
Minken Employment Lawyers “Jazz” 2024/25 returns to the Flato Markham Theatre. We are honoured to present these talented artists and performers to the stage as they bring their creativity and passion...
View ArticleNavigating Aggravated Damages for Mental Distress in Employment Terminations
In the ever-evolving landscape of employment law, employers must tread carefully when it comes to terminating employees. A recent decision by the Ontario Court of Appeal in Krmpotic v Thunder Bay...
View ArticleRichmond Hill Board of Trade Annual Mayor’s State of the City Address &...
Date: Tuesday, October 8, 2024 Location: Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel, 600 HWY 7, Richmond Hill, ON Minken Employment Lawyers had the privilege of sponsoring the 2024 Annual Mayor’s State of...
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