Canada: Employment Litigation/ Tribunals

In employment litigation involving termination and long-term disability (LTD) benefits, Ontario courts continue to draw important distinctions. While questions relating to reasonable notice are often well-suited...

The Ontario Court of Appeal has established new clarity on employer obligations in wrongful dismissal cases, addressing both the burden of proof for mitigation efforts and the treatment of income earned during notice periods. This ruling in Williamson v Brandt Tractor Inc. resolves critical questions about when employers must demonstrate available comparable employment and how courts should handle mitigation income from lower-paying positions.

Without an identified complainant, the usual investigative sequence becomes less straightforward. Questions arise immediately: whether credibility can be meaningfully assessed...

Effective January 1, 2026, Ontario introduced new standards that change the requirements on how jobs are posted, how candidates are kept informed...

Effective November 30, 2025, Bill 14 introduces a new concept into the Labour Code: services ensuring public welfare.

In Henrikson v. WestJet, 2026 FCA 39, the Federal Court of Appeal of Canada ("FCA") dismissed a judicial review application challenging a decision of the Canada Industrial Relations Board...

With the Blue Jays in the playoff run, baseball is top of mind for many Canadians. It's also a timely reminder for employers that off-duty conduct—whether at a game, a work event, or online—can quickly become public.

Le Tribunal rejette la contestation d'un ancien camionneur demandant que l'emploi de commis aux fruits et légumes ne constitue pas un emploi...

Dans une récente affaire, le congédiement d'un enseignant du primaire condamné pour sollicitation de services sexuels dans sa vie privée...