On April 2, 2024, the Ontario Divisional Court issued its decision in Metrolinx v. Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 1587, a judicial review of an arbitration ruling by the Grievance Settlement Board (GSB). The case highlights that private group chats can give rise to workplace discipline and confirms that employers have a statutory obligation to investigate […]
Ontario is implementing a permanent framework for target benefit pension plans to help workers prepare for retirement while supporting the sustainability of multi-employer pension plans. This framework, effective January 1, 2025, aims to encourage more employers to adopt these plans, enabling workers to build their retirement savings. Target benefit pension plans provide retirees with a […]
The Ontario government is introducing changes to improve access to healthcare by expanding the scope of practice for nurse practitioners and registered nurses. These regulatory adjustments will enable them to order more tests and provide additional services across various healthcare settings, such as hospitals, interprofessional primary care teams, and long-term care homes. Effective July 1, […]
On December 19, 2024, Ontario’s Working for Workers Six Act, 2024 (Bill 229) received Royal Assent. Bill 229 aims to build on the progress of the previous five Working for Workers Acts. This legislation introduces a range of measures designed to protect workers’ health and wellbeing, promote skilled trades, and reduce costs and add benefits […]
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