The Pelsmakher Law Blog.
Practical, Canadian-law guidance for employees and employers navigating change at work.
Can an Employer Force You Back to the Office? A New British Columbia Court of Appeal Decision Draws the Line
What Cressey Construction Corporation v. Parolin means for remote work, constructive dismissal and workplace policies in Canada
Rogers Layoffs 2026: Severance and Unjust Dismissal Rights
Affected by the Rogers layoffs? Learn about severance pay, federal employment rights, and Canada Labour Code unjust-dismissal complaints.
Ontario Court Awards 33 Months' Notice After Finding Employer Acted in Bad Faith During Wrongful Dismissal
A new Ontario wrongful dismissal decision awarded an employee an extraordinary 33 months of notice after finding the employer acted in bad faith during the dismissal process. Here's what the case means for Ontario workplaces.
Can My Employer Read My Personal Text Messages, Emails, or Social Media?
Learn about workplace privacy rights in Ontario, when employers can monitor employees, and what happens if personal communications are used to justify discipline or dismissal.
Meta AI Layoff Lawsuit: What Ontario Employees and Employers Should Know
Meta faces a landmark lawsuit alleging AI was used to target employees on medical leave during layoffs. Learn what Ontario employees and employers should know about AI, discrimination, wrongful dismissal, and workplace rights.
Canada Labour Code Updates: What Federally Regulated Employees Should Know in 2026
Learn about the latest Canada Labour Code developments affecting federally regulated employees, including termination notice, severance pay, unjust dismissal, workplace harassment protections, and employee rights. This update explains what has changed, who is covered, and the steps employees should take after a dismissal or workplace dispute.
Can Your Employer Strip Away Your Bonus Upon Termination?
One of the most common battlegrounds in Ontario executive and professional terminations is the end-of-year bonus. When an employer lets a worker go, they typically offer a basic salary continuation but attempt to strip away variable compensation, performance metrics, or stock options.
7 Costly Mistakes Employees Make Before Signing a Severance Package in Ontario
Learn the seven most common mistakes employees make before signing a severance package in Ontario, and strategies to protect your rights.
Ontario Court Upholds Just Cause Dismissal After Second Positive Drug Test
A recent Ontario Superior Court decision offers important guidance for both employers and employees on when a dismissal for just cause may be legally justified.