Lawyers For Employers Podcast

The Audio version of a Webinar presented on May 14, 2020. In this episode, Kelsey, Charles, and Susan give information and answer questions related to COVID-19. Topics include: - “essential” businesses during COVID-19 - Health and safety considerations and best practices when re-opening - Recalling employees and dealing with refusals - Employer lessons learned from the first wave of COVID-19 - The current statys of employment and labour relations adjudication This video does not constitute legal advice. Specific questions should be addressed to your labour and employment lawyer. Read our award-winning Employers' Edge blogs at www.ccpartners.ca/blog and go to www.youtube.com/channel/UCqbWVDQEukX_4KtnHG6PG1w to subscribe to the Lawyers For Employers YouTube channel.

The lawyers from CCPartners LLP fielded questions and provided answers live after our FREE Webinar on the impacts of COVID-19 on the construction industry and what to expect next. Topics included: - Employee recalls and reinstatement - Health and Safety - Government Benefit Programs like CERB and CEWS - WSIB

In this episode, Mike, Jay, and Cristina give information and answer questions related to COVID-19. Topics include: - Which construction industry workplaces have been deemed “essential” and/or have been authorized by the provincial government to resume business? - How will you recall your employees to work, and what will you do if they refuse? - How will resuming business affect your company’s Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy entitlement, and your employees' CERB entitlements? - What are your on-site Health & Safety obligations upon re-opening? - How are the Courts and Ontario Labour Relations Board operating during the pandemic? This video does not constitute legal advice. Specific questions should be addressed to your labour and employment lawyer. Read our award-winning Employers' Edge blogs at www.ccpartners.ca/blog and go to www.youtube.com/channel/UCqbWVDQEukX_4KtnHG6PG1w to subscribe to the Lawyers For Employers YouTube channel.

CCPartners is proud to present a FREE webinar along with MNP, a leading national accounting, tax and business consulting firm in Canada. In this webinar, we jointly bring employers an up-to-date expert overview of the issues and legislation impacting workplaces during this unprecedented pandemic. Navigating the various federal and provincial programs available to provide financial assistance, understanding employer obligations during the state of emergency and responding to the ever-increasing struggle to continue operating as the economy continues to falter are explored throughout this webinar. Moderated by CCPartners’ Kelsey Orth, hear from expert workplace law counsel Susan Crawford and Mike MacLellan, as well as Jacob Angemeer CPA, CA, a tax specialist with MNP as they discuss the key issues employers are facing during these uncertain times. Topics include: - Available Leaves of Absence for Workers - Responding to COVID-19 Workplace Issues - A Comprehensive Review of Government Support Programs CCPar

With overwhelming demand for information, CCPartners LLP and MNP LLP fielded questions from our many listeners during our FREE Webinar "Navigating Your Workplace During COVID-19 - One Month Later". Listen to the questions and our experts' answers. CCPartners is proud to present a FREE webinar along with MNP, a leading national accounting, tax and business consulting firm in Canada. In this webinar, we jointly bring employers an up-to-date expert overview of the issues and legislation impacting workplaces during this unprecedented pandemic. Navigating the various federal and provincial programs available to provide financial assistance, understanding employer obligations during the state of emergency and responding to the ever-increasing struggle to continue operating as the economy continues to falter are explored throughout this webinar. Moderated by CCPartners’ Kelsey Orth, hear from expert workplace law counsel Susan Crawford and Mike MacLellan, as well as Jacob Angemeer CPA, CA, a tax specialist with

*Due to technical difficulties, this audio recording started several minutes into the presentation.* CCPartners is proud to present our second free webinar for the childcare sector, along with noted childcare accounting experts Brendan Pennylegion (Pennylegion Chung LLP) and Purvish Shah (Adian Professional Corporation). In this FREE Interactive Webinar recorded on Thursday, April 16, 2020, we reviewed common considerations regarding staff reductions and government benefits to assist workers and businesses affected by COVID-19 including: - What exactly is a layoff under legislation and common law? - Who is now eligible to apply for the Canada Emergency Relief Benefit (CERB)? - What do we know about the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS)? - What is are the eligibility criteria for CEWS? - How does the CEWS even work? CCPartners' lawyers for employers are currently working remotely, but are able to assist our existing and new clients. Visit www.ccpartners.ca for more information. Visit Pennylegion Chung

CCPartners is proud to represent and advise a number of employers operating in the child care sector. In this episode, Kelsey, Mike, Charles, and Cristina give information and answer questions related to closures resulting from COVID-19, benefits for workers, and the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy. A future seminar will be needed to address recent changes. This video does not constitute legal advice. Specific questions should be addressed to your labour and employment lawyer. Read our award-winning Employers' Edge blogs at www.ccpartners.ca/blog and go to www.youtube.com/channel/UCqbWVDQEukX_4KtnHG6PG1w to subscribe to the Lawyers For Employers YouTube channel.

The entire world is dealing with the medical, social, and economic impact of COVID-19. CCPartners has been working to keep up with developments and provide practical advice to employers. But be certain, these are unprecedented circumstances. In this week's episode, Mike and Cristina discuss the impact of COVID-19 on Canadian employers including: - Best practices for businesses who remain open - Reducing staff and Temporary Layoffs - Federal Benefits for Businesses and Workers - Job Protected Leaves of Absences CCPartners' lawyers for employers are currently working remotely, but are able to assist our existing and new clients. Visit www.ccpartners.ca for more information. Read our award-winning Employers' Edge blogs at www.ccpartners.ca/blog and go to www.youtube.com/channel/UCqbWVDQEukX_4KtnHG6PG1w to subscribe to the Lawyers For Employers YouTube channel.

The Ford government’s newly passed Making Ontario Open for Business Act repeals a substantial number of amendments made by Bill 148, the Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, 2017. The repeal of Bill 148 was supported by employers province-wide, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, and us here at CCPartners. The new legislation is good news for employers as many of the most onerous provisions of Bill 148 have been repealed, including the Personal Emergency Leave reforms, minimum wage increases, and the scheduling provisions previously set to come into force on January 1, 2019. Listen to Susan Crawford and Mike MacLellan explain what these changes mean for employers in Ontario. Nothing in this podcast constitutes legal advice. 2:00 - What was the effect of Bill 148? Is Bill 47 good or bad news for employers? 3:00 - What are the changes to the Employment Standards Act, 2000? 4:30 - What are the changed to the Labour Relations Act, 1995? 7:00 - How should employers respond to these changes? Don't forget to read our

Recreational marijuana will be legal in Canada as of October 17, 2018. This has been a hot topic for employers for a long time. In this episode of the Lawyers For Employers POTcast, Kelsey Orth and Mike MacLellan discuss the expected impact this law will have on workplace issues. Topics include: - What does legalization of marijuana mean for Employers and their Drug and Alcohol Policies? (1:36) - Review of recent Court and other Adjudication decisions regarding marijuana in the Workplace. (3:25) - The State of the Law on Drug Testing Employees. (6:55) - Will Employers be able to Discipline Employees for drug use anymore? (13:42) For further information, read the Employers’ Edge Blog on our website, including the articles mentioned in this podcast: - Drug Testing in the Workplace: http://ow.ly/pa5j30kIbxq - Refusing to Assign Employee for Work due to Cannabis Prescription: http://ow.ly/2dMD30kIbAF - Human Rights Tribunal upholds termination of employee for smoking marijuana at work: http://ow.ly/rAZ430kIb

On April 1, 2018 provisions from Bill 148 Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, 2017 , respecting Equal Pay for Equal Work take amend the Employment Standards Act. Listen to Kelsey Orth explain what these changes mean for employers in Ontario.

Listen to Angela Wiggins and Brian Silva explain the law as it relates to non-solicitation and non-competition clauses in employment agreements. Topics include: 0:00 to 2:20 Introduction 2:20 to 3:12 Discussion of Employment Agreements 3:12 to 5:10 Discussion of types of restrictive covenants 5:10 to 7:09 Assessing the Value of Enforceability 7:09 to 11:57 Factors Used by Courts to Assess Clauses 11:57 to 12:50 Remedies for a Breach 12:50 to end - conclusion/summary This podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Read Angela's blog on restrictive covenants titled "NON-COMPETE CLAUSES – AN OFTEN USED BUT RARELY EFFECTIVE TOOL" here: http://ccpartners.ca/blog/details/the-employers-edge/2018/02/01/non-compete-clauses-an-often-used-but-rarely-effective-tool Browse CCPartners' Employers Edge Blog online at www.ccpartners.ca/blog Find us on Twitter @CCPartnerslaw and ask your questions using #ASKCCPARTNERS

Personal Emergency Leave under the Bill 148 version of Ontario's Employment Standards Act was removed with the passage of Bill 47. For information on the legislative changes listen to Episode 10 of the Lawyers For Employers podcast: https://soundcloud.com/ccpartners/episode10 Listen to Susan Crawford and Mike MacLellan explain the new rules for Personal Emergency Leave under Ontario's newly-amended Employment Standards Act. Topics covered include: - What is Personal Emergency Leave? (1:30) - What changes did Bill 148 make to Personal Emergency Leave provisions? (3:13) - Which Employees are Excepted from Personal Emergency Leave provisions? (5:02) - The Requirement to Give Notice of Personal Emergency (6:02) - Requiring Proof of a Personal Emergency, Including Medical Information(7:11) - Hints, Tips, and Advice for Employers (11:38) This podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Read our comprehensive overview of Bill 148 here: http://ccpartners.ca/blog/details/the-employer

If you are an employer, you may not have the rights and freedoms you assume. The provisions of the Employment Standards Act do not necessarily apply to you. How do you know your rights and obligations for sure? Put them in a written contract. In this episode, Mike MacLellan is joined by Kelsey Orth and Brian Silva to discuss how to make an enforceable employment contract. See why a contract can be every employer's best friend. Topics covered include: 1. What terms are implied in employment contracts? (2:00) 2. What obligations do employers have at common law if they terminate an employee without a written contract? (5:08) 3. How can employers limit their obligations to provide pay in lieu of notice, or bonuses, to terminated employees? (8:37) 4. How can employers make sure employment contracts are enforceable? (9:50) 5. Can employers put existing employees on new contracts? What is "constructive dismissal"? (10:57) 6. Final Thoughts - Important takeaways and what to keep in mind. (13:18) Find u

Workplace investigations are a vital tool for employers when faced with complaints of workplace harassment. A recent case regarding terminating an employee for engaging in harassment also highlights the importance of conducting proper investigations. Be sure to see our full blog at: http://ccpartners.ca/blog/details/the-employers-edge/2017/12/14/to-the-surprise-of-no-one-using-vulgarity-against-a-co-worker-even-one-time-was-one-time-too-many And if you have questions, we've got answers. Tweet us @CCPartnersLaw using the hashtag #ASKCCPARTNERS. Nothing in this podcast constitutes legal advice.

The law in Ontario requires that employers exercise reasonable diligence in preventing workplace harassment, including workplace sexual harassment. But did you know that this responsibility extends to Holiday Parties? Once again, CCPartners has hints and tips for employers to consider to give you the best chance at having a fun and stress-free holiday party. Be sure to see our full blog at: http://ow.ly/GJsB30h4XR1 And if you have questions, we've got answers. Tweet us @CCPartnersLaw using the hashtag #ASKCCPARTNERS. Nothing in this podcast constitutes legal advice. ****Correction. Bill 168 amended the Occupational Health and Safety Act.****

Welcome to the long-awaited first ever Lawyers for Employers podcast! In this episode, Mike MacLellan talks to Susan Crawford and David Chondon about our firm, our practice, and common issues facing employers. 3:00 - What is Labour and Employment Law? 3:55 - What kind of business needs a labour and employment lawyer, and when should a business seek advice? 8:15 - Common issues in Employment Law: Wrongful Dismissal, Contracts. 10:36 - Common issues in Labour Law: Unionization, Collective Bargaining. 13:05 - Hot Button Issues: Workplace Harassment, Family Status and Mental Health. 18:29 - What do our clients like about CCPartners? Nothing in this podcast constitutes legal advice.

On November 27, 2017 Bill 148 Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, 2017 received royal assent, effectively amending the Employment Standards Act, 2000 and Labour Relations Act, 1995. Listen to Susan Crawford and Dave Chondon explain what these changes mean for employers in Ontario. Read Susan's informative blog at: http://ow.ly/xh7z30h2qMA Nothing in this podcast constitutes legal advice.