The Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario has dismissed a worker’s complaint against Best Western Plus Waterloo, ruling the hotel cannot be held liable for sexual harassment carried out by a …
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Sexual HarassmentSubscriber Content
PREMIUM Male construction worker who was subjected to daily sexual harassment by boss awarded $10,000
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The Employment Lawyers Association of Ontario has appointed two student directors for the first time in the organization’s history, the association announced today. Julie Han and Alexandra Desormeaux will serve …
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FeaturedWrongful Dismissal
Former YSL Residences executive wins right to $18-million profit-sharing claim in bankruptcy
A former chief operating officer’s $18-million profit-sharing claim has been recognized as a valid debt in the bankruptcy of YSL Residences, despite arguments it was an equity claim that should …
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Employment ContractsSubscriber Content
PREMIUM Ontario court rules probationary employment clause void, awards three months’ notice
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ImmigrationMental HealthSubscriber Content
PREMIUM Migrant farm worker awarded $5,000 for mental distress after wrongful termination during COVID-19
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Arbitration/Labour RelationsFeatured
Royal Ottawa psychologist loses fight with union over disability benefits advice
A psychologist who received a $50,000 settlement after her termination from the Royal Ottawa Health Care Group has failed in her bid to prove her union breached its duty of …
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FeaturedProfessional Misconduct
Nursing board upholds advice for retirement home nurse who failed to update care plans
The Health Professions Appeal and Review Board has confirmed a decision to issue professional advice to a registered practical nurse at an Ontario retirement home who failed to properly document …
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FeaturedSexual Harassment
Sexual harassment case against Ontario employer proceeding after it failed to respond to tribunal
The Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (HRTO) will move ahead with a sexual harassment and discrimination case after the respondent failed to respond or take part in the proceedings. Adjudicator …
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FeaturedProfessional Misconduct
Lawyer’s licence suspended over alleged misappropriation, breach of court order, and sexist conduct
The Law Society Tribunal has suspended an Ontario lawyer’s licence on an interlocutory basis after finding reasonable grounds to believe they pose a significant risk to the public and to …