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Changing Employment Contracts in Ontario
Key Takeaways Can an employer in Ontario legally change your employment contract without...
Ontario’s Ban on Doctor’s Notes for Employers: Updated Legal Guide for Employees
What is a Doctor’s Note? In Ontario, as of 2024, employment law prohibits employers from requiring a doctor’s note from the three days of legislated sick leave. However, for long absences or workplace accommodations, the rules change. In my practice as an...
Long-Term Disability Claims for Ontario Employees
Long-Term Disability Claims for Ontario Employees Should I stop working if I am not able to perform the duties of my job due to illness or injury? You should stop working if your doctor recommends that you stop. Similarly, if you do not feel you are able to work or to...
Typical Scenarios When Employers End Up Firing an Employee in Ontario
When Employers Should Consider Firing an Employee: Key Situations to Watch For Firing an employee is never an easy decision for any employer. It is often a choice that comes with significant emotional and professional weight, but sometimes it is necessary for the...