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Federal employers take note: Change to the Canada Labour Code

Numerous changes to the Canada Labour Code (CLC) are coming into effect on February 1, 2024, and it will be very important for human resources professionals to understand how these amendments affect both employers and employees.

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Termination compensation: A guide to severance pay under Ontario employment law

In the world of business, challenges come in various forms, and one that inevitably crosses the path of every business owner is the matter of employment severance. Understanding your obligations and rights when it comes to severance pay is very important. In this guide, we'll simplify the complexities of severance pay. Whether you're an experienced business owner or just starting out, grasping these essential concepts is fundamental for the sustained success of your enterprise.

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Failure to accept offer of reemployment by acquiring company before termination is not a failure to mitigate

In Giduturi v LG Electronics Canada, Justice Dinnen had a situation of a 49 year old  warehouse worker of 13 years service whose employer (LG) announced that it was outsourcing its warehousing operation in 8 weeks time to a third party company (Pantos) who would be offering employment on the same terms and would respect their LG seniority.

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