Violence & Harassment In The Workplace
Violence & Harassment in the Workplace
In recent years, concerns regarding workplace violence and harassment have grown. A number of incidents of violence have occurred in Canada but also specifically in Ontario as well. The well-known case of the 2005 murder of nurse Lori Dupont by her ex-boyfriend at the Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital in Windsor, has pushed workplace violence to the forefront of critical legal change.
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How does telecommuting affect employers? Here’s how:
Malcolm MacKillop shares an infographic based on his recent blog.
Can Employers Monitor Your Work Computer?
The issue of privacy on computers, that are used in a professional work environment, has become a discussion where legal parameters are regarding the limitations of personal and professional use. There are situations that arise within the legal system in which the courts must determine the lines of personal privacy of employees on work-supplied computers.
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Bill 47 has Passed: Changes to Employment Standards Come into Effect on January 1, 2019
On November 21, 2018 Bill 47, the Make Ontario Open for Business Act (“Bill 47”), passed Third Reading and received Royal Assent. This comes quickly on the heels of Bill 47’s first reading, on October 23, 2018 and its second reading on November 12, 2018. Bill 47 has not undergone any significant changes in relation to the Employment Standards Act (“ESA”) since our first blog post which you can read about here.
There have been some changes made to Bill 47 since first reading in relation to the Labour Relations Act (“LRA”). One change is that the Ontario Labour Relations Board is no longer empowered to review the structure of existing bargaining units on the basis that they are no longer appropriate.
Changes made to the LRA came into effect when Bill 47 received Royal Assent on November 21, 2018. Employers will have a little more time to adapt to changes to the ESA as they are scheduled to come into force on January 1, 2019. Employers seeking to review their policies to ensure they comply with the latest changes should obtain legal advice in advance of January 1, 2019.
Below are some of the key changes Bill 47 will make to employment legislation:
Changes to the Employment Standards Act (“ESA”) Personal emergency leave – This leave will be removed in its entirety and replaced by three separate unpaid leaves: sick leave (3 days), family responsibility leave (3 days), and bereavement leave (2 days). The bill also removes the prohibition on employers requesting medical documentation to support entitlement to these leaves.
Minimum wage – Instead of increasing to $15.00/hour on January 1, 2019, the minimum wage will stay at $14.00/hour until at least October 2020 when it will be adjusted for inflation.
Scheduling – Many of the scheduling changes introduced by Bill 148, which were scheduled to come into effect on January 1, 2019, will be repealed, including: the requirement for employers to respond to an employee’s request for changes to their schedule or work location; an employee’s right to refuse a request to work or be on call with less than 96-hours’ notice; the on-call pay provisions; and, the shift cancellation pay provisions.
Please note: under Bill 47 employers will still be required to pay employees who regularly work more than three hours for a minimum of three hours of work even if they work less than three hours.
Changes to the Labour Relations Act (“LRA”)
Lists of Employees – Employers will no longer be required to provide employee lists to trade unions who demonstrate at least 20% support in the proposed bargaining unit.
Remedial Certification – The pre-Bill 148 test and pre-conditions for the Ontario Labour Relations Board (“OLRB”) to certify a union for employer misconduct will be reinstated.
The foregoing is for informational purposes only, and should in no way be relied upon as legal advice. For legal advice tailored to your circumstances and business, please contact any of SOM LLP’s lawyers by email or telephone.
Originally posted on MalcolmMacKillop.com.
The Most Famous Places In Toronto, Canada
Toronto, Canada continues to be known as a vibrant, exciting city in Canada, and is showing no signs of slowing down in the future. From incredible tourist attractions, like the CN Tower, to beautiful outdoor parks like Queen’s Park, Toronto is both a great place to visit and a great place to live. As the city continues to grow in popularity, so will some of the city’s more famous areas and attractions.
Royal Ontario Museum Known for its unique exterior and premier artwork, the Royal Ontario Museum is an experience that tourists won’t want to miss. The museum carries a substantial art collection, which features approximately 13 million pieces of art, and 40 gallery and exhibition spaces. The Royal Ontario Museum is Canada’s biggest museum and continues to attract tourists every year with its incredible, expansive collection.
Rogers Centre As one of Toronto’s largest domed sports arena, the Rogers Centre is known for its unique structure. The Centre was built in 1989, and became known for its sliding roof, giving teams the opportunity to play in some of Toronto’s most pleasant weather. While most sports can be played in the Centre, it acts as the home to Toronto’s own Blue Jays baseball team. Additionally, concerts and large events can be held there, given its incredible size and capacity. The Rogers Centre is located directly by the famous CN Tower in downtown Toronto.
Casa Loma Casa Loma is a historical museum in Toronto, close to Niagara Falls. It stands tall, with a similar look to a medieval castle, and brings along a rich history. The Casa Loma has nearly 100 rooms and 36 bathrooms, with each room filled with a history of European splendor. In addition to its massive size, the castle is complete with a secret passage, an 800-foot tunnel, and estate gardens spanning across five acres. Get a sense of how others lived by exploring this incredible gem.
St. Lawrence Market The St. Lawrence Market features a space where vendors can sell their own food products, flowers and other items to the general public. The market has been open for nearly 2010 years, and features 120 different vendors. Visitors can get anything from art pieces to meat and seafood, making it a popular attraction for tourists and residents alike. Since being restored in 1967, the market has become a popular spot for a variety of events, including concerts and television shoots.
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