Of all the good and bad ways that social media has impacted our lives, one of the most powerful campaigns to see exposure and growth is acceptance for mental health issues. From inspirational memes that promote self-care, to supportive networks and groups that you can share with, there are plenty of online communities that can [...]
Netflix has a new documentary out called “This Will Change Everything”. It’s about the struggle women in Hollywood have faced, advocating for equal pay. A 2017 study comparing the highest-paid male and female actors showed that men averaged a salary of $57.4 million dollars, while the highest paid women made $21.8 million. That means women [...]
Nobody likes a bully. So much so, in 2010, Bill 168 was introduced in Ontario to get rid of them. Also known as theOccupational Health and Safety Amendment Act, Bill 168 aims to eliminate violence and Harassment in the workplace. Bullying at work is hurtful, targeted behaviour. It builds a pattern that diminishes the [...]
Discrimination happens in the workplace. Usually based on unequal treatment stemming from certain characteristics. This could include (but isn’t limited to) religion, sex, age, ethnicity, family status, and sexual orientation. In Ontario, these characteristics are protected by the Human Rights Code. The Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (HRTO) is responsible for hearing cases to determine [...]
Have you ever felt like your employer is trying to make you quit? It does happen and here at Duarte & Lesperance Professional Corporation, we have helped many workers in Ontario who have felt this way. The official term for this is “constructive dismissal”. In this article we’re going to learn more about the concept [...]
In a perfect world, we wouldn’t have to worry about severance pay. We would find a job we love and are good at. We’d happily work our way up in the organization until we retire a few years early with an awesome pension. We’re not in that ideal world though; corporations aren’t as stable as [...]
In April, news spread quickly about an Alberta custodian terminated after refusing to download a tracking app to her phone. Ever since this case made headlines, employees and employers nationwide are wondering if tracking software is something an organization can force on its employees. The complete story is available here, but to sum it up; [...]
With the COVID-19 vaccine rolling out across the country there have been a lot of questions. At first people were concerned about its safety and the manner in which it’s being distributed. Now there’s concern about backlash or injustices people might face for not getting vaccinated. The concern is can employers enforce the COVID vaccine? [...]
Many agree, the lack of paid sick days for Ontario workers is a strain on our communities. In fact, 70% of low wage workers in Canada don’t have paid sick leave. Not only does this lower morale but leaves many at risk of COVID-19 or other contagions. In fact, last year, over 2,000 employees in [...]
Whether you work in a factory or in an office environment, all Ontario workers are guaranteed rights and protections to ensure they can complete their tasks safely. Employers have a responsibility to ensure that their workplace follows provincial health and safety guidelines. It is also the employee’s responsibility to abide [...]
