Game-Changer for Employers: Ontario Court of Appeal Backs ESA-Only Termination Clause
In a favourable decision for employers, Bertsch v Datastealth Inc., 2025 ONCA 379, the Court of Appeal for Ontario upheld the decision of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice that […]
Employers in Ontario: Be Aware of Upcoming New Employer Requirements
Since March 2024, Ontario has passed three “Working for Workers” bills that introduce new requirements for employers. We previously provided an overview of changes in the Working for Workers Four […]
Legal Considerations for Employers in the Face of Tariffs and Economic Uncertainty
The recent tariffs announced by Canada, the US and other countries have caused economic uncertainty around the world. Some Canadian employers have already begun to experience the impact of the […]
WeirFoulds Partner Daniel Wong comments on technology driven fraud in the workplace in Human Resources Director Canada
Partner Daniel Wong, Chair of WeirFoulds’ Employment & Labour Practice Group, was quoted in an article written by Cris Davis for Human Resources Director Canada on January 24th, 2025. The article focuses on technologies […]
Employers: Are Your Employment Agreements Enforceable? The Court of Appeal Upholds Dufault
In February of 2024 the Ontario Superior Court of Justice released its decision Dufault v The Corporation of the Township of Ignace, 2024 ONSC 1029, which had implications for Ontario […]
59 WeirFoulds lawyers recognized in 2025 editions of Best Lawyers in Canada and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
WeirFoulds congratulates the 49 lawyers who have been recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers in Canada, and the 10 lawyers who have been recognized in the Best Lawyers: […]
WeirFoulds Partner Daniel Wong comments on wrongful dismissal case in Human Resources Director Canada
Partner Daniel Wong, Chair of WeirFoulds’ Employment and Labour Practice Group was quoted in an article in the Human Resources Director Canada on July 26th, 2024. The article focused on […]
The Law Helps Those Who Help Themselves: Lessons for Employers from Wilds v. 1959612 Ontario Inc.
In the context of adversarial litigation, it is tempting to want to do your opponent no favours and to “play hardball” at every opportunity. But in wrongful dismissal cases, employers […]
WeirFoulds recognized by SCG Legal for completing DEI Advocate Certification Program
WeirFoulds is proud to announce that the firm has been recognized for its participation in SCG Legal’s inaugural Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Advocate Certification Program. The firm has been […]
De Castro v. Arista Homes Limited: Judicial Guidance on Summary Judgment under Simplified Procedure, the Continued Importance of Waksdale and the Employer’s Evidentiary Burden to Prove a Failure to Mitigate
No two wrongful dismissal cases are exactly alike, but there are often similarities between them, including commencing the action under Ontario’s Simplified Procedure, a process available for lawsuits in which […]
Ontario Employers: More Upcoming Changes – Working for Workers Five Act, 2024
On May 6th, 2024 the Ontario government announced the Working for Workers Five Act, 2024, the latest addition in a series of bills addressing pathways to skilled trades, barriers to […]
Another Reason for Employers to Review the Termination Provisions in Employment Agreements: Dufault v. The Corporation Of The Township Of Ignace
A recent decision at the Ontario Superior Court of Justice has become a hot topic for employers and their employment agreements with employees. In Dufault v. The Corporation of the […]
New Requirements for Employers in Ontario: Working for Workers Four Act, 2023
On March 21, 2024 the Ontario government passed Bill 149, the Working for Workers Four Act, 2023 (the “Act”) which includes important amendments to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”) […]
When “All The Smoke” Leads to Fire: What Canadian Employers Can Take Away about Employee Off-Duty Conduct from Matt Barnes’ Recent Departure from NBC
The recent departure of sports analyst and former NBA player, Matt Barnes, who also co-hosts the All The Smoke podcast, from his position as Sacramento Kings media analyst at NBC […]
Going Viral for Being Fired: Implications for Employers When Employees Record their Termination
A recent trend of employees recording termination meetings has appeared on social media apps, such as TikTok, and creates new considerations for employers when conducting termination meetings. These videos show […]