Canada: Employee Benefits & Compensation

On April 15, 2026, the federal government tabled draft regulations on the use of French in Federally Regulated Private Businesses (proposed regulations).[1] These proposed regulations follow the enactment of the Use of French in Federally Regulated Private Businesses Act (UFPBA),[2] which received royal assent on June 20, 2023. As explained in our previous articles on Bill C-13, the UFPBA imposes new language rights obligations on federally regulated private businesses (FRPBs).

Après avoir postulé à un emploi, le demandeur a été invité à prendre part à une courte période d’essai afin d’évaluer son aptitude à occuper l’emploi. On lui a demandé d’effectuer une tâche à l’aide d’une perceuse à percussion.

In this special Father’s Day edition of the Fasken Perspectives Podcast, members of our South African office Labour, Employment & Human Rights team including Owethu Mbambo, Daphney Willem and Benny Makoloane, unpack the evolving parental leave framework in South Africa and what it means for employers, employees, and families.

Explore comprehensive insights on Canadian employment and labour law, covering workplace regulations, employee rights, termination provisions, and emerging legislative changes across federal and provincial jurisdictions. Stay informed on critical developments affecting employers and employees in today's evolving workplace landscape.

On June 1, 2026, Manitoba Bills 10 and 11 received Royal Assent. These bills amend the province’s Employment Standards Code (ESC) to provide leave for employees following an adoption or surrogacy, and to clarify when...

Pedestrians injured in a motor vehicle accident in Ontario will still receive accident benefits after July 1, 2026. However, the scope of those benefits will be narrower. The changes directly affect income support and who qualifies for certain benefits under the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS) and the Insurance Act.

The Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program allows employers in Canada to hire foreign workers when Canadians or permanent residents are not available.

Canada's spring economic update 2026 introduces significant tax reforms affecting businesses and individuals, from making employee ownership trust capital gains exemptions permanent to expanding carbon capture tax credits for enhanced oil recovery.

Workplace injuries in Ontario carry significant legal and financial consequences for employers, making compliance with the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) essential. Understanding employer obligations under the WSIB regime—from mandatory registration and premium calculations to injury reporting and return-to-work programs—is critical for managing risk and avoiding costly penalties.