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In a recent decision, Taylor v. Hanley Hospitality Inc., 2021 ONSC 3135 (“Taylor”), Justice Ferguson of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice held that an employee who was temporarily laid off due to COVID-19 was not constructively dismissed at common law. The Court held that regulations made under Ontario’s Employment Standards Act, 2000 in response […]

UPDATE: Late in the day on April 24, 2020, the Government of Ontario passed an Order amending Ontario Regulation 107/20 to permit condominium corporations to hold meetings and cast votes virtually (by telephonic or electronic means), notwithstanding any current requirements or restrictions, including whether or not the condo by-laws so permit.   Condominium development and […]

This bulletin is being written in line with the rapidly changing responses to the COVID-19 pandemic. The aim is to provide a high level overview of the recent developments in order to assist our transportation and logistics clients better understand the complexities and nuances involved. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach […]

With Directive #6[1] (the “Directive”) recently issued by the Ontario Chief Medical Officer of Health, a broad variety of organizations will be required to implement workplace policies regarding proof of vaccination and antigen testing by September 7, 2021. This deadline is fast approaching, and organizations impacted by the Directive must consider whether new policies need […]

Further to a press release issued by the Government of Saskatchewan on September 28th, 2021, effective October 1, 2021, everyone seeking access to a range of Saskatchewan businesses and venues will require proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or a negative COVID-19 test result.[1] Saskatchewan employers may also require employees to provide proof of vaccination or […]

Tracey Bailey, QC is a speaker for the John Dossetor Health Ethics Centre Community Event, discussing “Perspectives on COVID-19 Restrictions and Mandates”. Click to register. 

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is unprecedented. Public health officials seem to implement new measures on a daily basis and the response from various levels of government to provide assistance in these trying times has proved to be a challenge to navigate. How can employers ensure they are operating in compliance with public health […]

Our speakers will address workplace concerns created by the COVID-19 pandemic, share best practice guidelines and respond to frequently asked questions. Invitation and registration details

While the COVID-19 pandemic is having an enormous impact on Canadian organizations, including those within the charitable and non-profit sector, they must continue to operate despite the “physical distancing” measures imposed by the government.  This is especially true given that charities and non-profits are seeing an increased need and demand from beneficiaries for support and […]

On March 25, 2020 Miller Thomson held a special edition Coffee Talk Directors Series titled Governance in COVID-19: Key Actions for Health Provider Boards of Directors.  In that session, we discussed duties and responsibilities of Boards for continuing conduct for Board meetings and Annual General Meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic. Non-profit health service providers in […]