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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to take a toll on the Canadian economy, many continue to need additional financial relief to help them survive the negative impact of the pandemic on their business and their corresponding cash flow. By now we are familiar with the financial support and lending programs that have been introduced by […]

On September 22, 2021, the Ontario Human Rights Commission (the “OHRC”) released a policy statement on COVID-19 vaccine mandates and proof of vaccine certificates. The OHRC’s statement provides welcome guidance for businesses looking to implement proof of vaccination requirements for workers and customers. Vaccine requirements are “generally permissible” In its statement, the OHRC takes the […]

Class actions promote litigation efficiency and access to justice, but they can also create built‑in tension between different groups of plaintiffs. For counsel and parties considering a class proceeding, an important question is whether one class definition can fairly capture everyone’s interests. Ingram v. Alberta[1] (“Ingram”), shows how the Alberta Court of King’s Bench (the […]

In recent weeks, the federal government of Canada has increasingly indicated that COVID-era type supports would be established as part of Canada’s broader response to what is now a very real and ongoing trade war with the United States. Please see our Financial Services Group’s article from February 21, which sets the stage regarding potential […]

As COVID-19 travel restrictions are lifted, individuals who are usually resident in another country but sheltered in place in Canada during the pandemic may decide to return to their countries of residence. Those individuals who are planning to leave Canada should remember to ensure their Canadian tax obligations are satisfied prior to their departure. A […]

The Ontario Government has extended the maximum period of COVID-related temporary layoffs until January 1, 2022. Pursuant to Ontario Regulation 228/20 (the “IDEL Regulation”), during the “COVID-19 period,” employees are deemed to be on a job-protected Infectious Disease Emergency Leave (“IDEL”) when their hours of work are temporarily reduced or eliminated by their employer for […]

On December 7, 2021, the Ontario Government announced the extension of the Ontario COVID-19 Worker Income Protection Benefit Program (“WIPB”) through to July 31, 2022. This program requires employers to provide employees with up to three days of paid infectious disease emergency leave (“IDEL”) for reasons related to COVID-19, including where the employee: As discussed […]

Welcome to your hub for in-depth analysis of evolving trade policies and the potential impact on your business. Here, you’ll find valuable insights into regulatory changes and learn strategies to stay agile while mitigating the risks in a shifting business environment. At Miller Thomson, we recognize that addressing the challenges posed by the US-Canada tariff […]

On March 28, 2023, Labour Minister Jean Boulet introduced Bill 19, An Act respecting the regulation of work by children[1] (the “Bill”). On June 1, 2023, the National Assembly adopted the Bill. It should therefore be assented and enter into force shortly. The Bill aims to strike a better balance between children’s education and their […]

Saskatchewan has become the first jurisdiction in Canada to implement a paid leave to allow an employee to take time off work to be vaccinated for COVID-19. Saskatchewan’s The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 2020 have been amended to add a new Special Vaccination Leave (s. 6-22.1).  Under this provision, workers: This new regulation came into […]