Common Mistakes Ontario Employers Make When Terminating Employees Terminating an employee is never an easy task, but it’s important to handle it with care to avoid costly mistakes and legal trouble. In Ontario, the rules around termination are quite strict, and failing to follow them can lead to
Close, But No Cigar: Employer Unable to Prove After-acquired Cause for Termination
After-Acquired Cause for Termination Before discussing after-acquired termination for cause, it is helpful to begin with some fundamental employment law principles: in Ontario, employers have the ability to terminate an employee’s employment, either with or without cause. However, even in the more
How Employers Termination Employees’ Jobs in Ontario
In Ontario employment law, an employer (or business) is permitted to termination the job of one of its employees. However, there are specific circumstances, rights and obligations when it comes to an employer's right to terminate employment. In this employment law blog, we will outline the
Important Considerations When Hiring New Employees
What to Keep in Mind When Employers Hire New Employees in Ontario In Ontario, employment law governs the relationship between employers and employees, outlining various rights and responsibilities. However, employment law governing workplaces in Ontario is not all found in one place. In fact,
Bustin’ the 24-Month “Cap” on Severance Packages
When employees face wrongful dismissal or constructive dismissal, one of the most significant concerns is often the severance package. After all, the terms of a severance package can mean the difference between financial stability and a stressfully long period of unemployment. However, in many
Moonlighting: Can I be Fired for Working a Second Job?
In today’s rapidly changing gig economy, the concept of moonlighting - holding down a second job while employed full-time - has become increasingly common. Many individuals are seeking extra income, diversifying their skill sets, or pursuing their passions outside of their main job. However, this
How Employers May Use Trump’s Tariffs as Justification for Layoffs or Terminations
In Context: Trump’s Tariffs and Their Impact on Businesses In recent years, businesses across Canada will now have to navigate the fallout from the Trump administration’s trade policies, especially the imposition of 25% tariffs on a wide range of goods imported to the U.S. (as well as Canada's
When Does an Employee Not Have to Mitigate After a Wrongful Dismissal?
When Do Employees Not Have a Duty to Mitigate Damages After a Wrongful or Constructive Dismissal? Under Ontario employment law, employees who have been wrongfully dismissed or constructively dismissed typically have a duty to mitigate their damages. In other words, an employer is generally entitled