Canada: Health & Safety

This panel from Gluckstein Lawyers' 2026 Supporting Survivors of Sexual Abuse Conference examines how fragmented care systems fail Indigenous women and other marginalized survivors of sexual abuse. Featuring Indigenous perspectives and intersectionality research, the discussion explores what culturally responsive, trauma-informed care requires in practice and how survivor support services can move toward genuine systems navigation rather than disconnected referrals.

A recent Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal (WCAT) decision provides useful guidance on the due diligence defence available to employers facing occupational health and safety administrative penalties.

Ce chapitre fait partie de notre guide Faire des affaires au Canada, qui vise à aider les investisseurs internationaux à mieux comprendre les considérations juridiques, réglementaires et stratégiques qui influent sur les décisions d’investissement, l’exécution des transactions et le succès à long terme au Canada.

This summer, the speed limit on sections of Highways 401 and 416 in eastern Ontario was increased to 110 km/h, followed by sections on other highways, including the QEW and Highways 400, 401, 402, 403, 416 and 417.

WorkSafeBC has launched a public consultation on proposed amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation that would introduce comprehensive new requirements for addressing workplace harassment, violence, and psychosocial hazards. The proposed Part 4.1 would replace current provisions with an expanded framework requiring employers to develop harassment prevention programs, implement control measures for violence incidents, and identify and assess psychosocial hazards that could expose workers to

Ontario employers face a critical December 31, 2026 deadline to file Accessibility Reports under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Organizations must assess their compliance with accessibility standards and understand how reporting requirements vary based on company size and sector, with potential penalties for non-compliance.

Indoor playgrounds have exploded in popularity across Ontario over the past decade. From small play areas with ball pits and slides, to large facilities featuring trampolines, multi-level climbing structures, and even indoor skydiving, these spaces offer children and families a fun way to stay active, especially through long Canadian winters.

On May 29, 2026, the Supreme Court of Canada released R. v. Vrbanic (“Vrbanic”) and R. v. Jacques-Taylor [2] (“Jacques-Taylor”), clarifying how delay will be assessed under section 11(b) of the Charter.

The Ontario Superior Court of Justice upheld a termination for just cause after an employee in a safety-sensitive position failed a second workplace drug test. This case examines how clear workplace policies, consistent enforcement, and documented warnings can support dismissal decisions, while also clarifying when the duty to accommodate applies in substance-related terminations.