Gov't Disability Hiring Gap Persists: Only 8% of New Hires
A new report shows the Canadian federal government hired people with disabilities at just 8% in 2023-24, well below workforce availability. Advocates call for urgent attitudinal change.
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2025's Key Employment Law Lessons for Canadian Businesses
Employment lawyer Howard Levitt reveals how the balance of power shifted in Canadian workplaces in 2025, with courts siding decisively with employees on termination, remote work, and more.
Canadian Hiring Slows in 2026, Skills Gap a Major Hurdle
A new survey reveals Canadian companies are scaling back hiring plans for early 2026, with a growing skills mismatch posing the biggest challenge. Discover the key trends shaping the labour market.
Legal traps of remote work and how employers can avoid them
Employment lawyer Howard Levitt outlines four disciplined practices for Canadian employers to legally manage remote workers, reassert control, and avoid costly settlements.
37K Sign Petition for Tougher Dangerous Driving Laws
A viral campaign by the family of Andrew Cristillo, killed by an alleged dangerous driver, calls for harsher penalties and lifetime bans. Read about Andrew's Law and sign the petition.
Barrie Passes New Interim Control By-law for Expansion
The City of Barrie has enacted a new Interim Control By-law to guide its upcoming expansion. Learn about the details and what this means for future development.
VSO Case Triggers Workplace NDA Debate in Canada
Sexual assault allegations at the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra are fueling a critical national conversation about the use of non-disclosure agreements in employment law. Learn about the case and the push for reform.
Pope Leo XIV criticizes Illinois assisted suicide law
Pope Leo XIV voices profound disappointment after Illinois governor signs 'Deb's Law,' allowing medically assisted suicide. He calls for renewed respect for life from conception to natural death.
Holiday Terminations: A Legal and Financial Risk
Canadian employment lawyer Howard Levitt explains why dismissing staff before or during the holidays is not only inhumane but also exposes employers to significant legal liability and bad faith damages.
U.S. Army to Limit Blind Vendor Contracting Preference
The U.S. Army plans to limit a longstanding preference for blind vendors in dining hall contracts, a move critics call part of a broader attack on programs for underrepresented workers. Learn the details and potential legal challenges.
Wasaga Beach Hiring 60+ Summer Jobs Now
Wasaga Beach is now hiring for over 60 seasonal positions for the 2025 summer season. Learn about the available roles and how to apply for your dream summer job in Ontario.
How to Avoid Becoming a Return-to-Office Casualty
Employment lawyer Howard Levitt outlines a strategic roadmap for Canadian remote workers to legally enforce their work-from-home arrangements and avoid constructive dismissal.
Kitchener hiring 200+ students for summer jobs
The City of Kitchener is preparing to hire more than 200 students for temporary summer positions in 2026. Applications open soon for these valuable work experience opportunities.
Labour Shortage Ends as Job Vacancies Keep Falling in Canada
Statistics Canada reports a continued decline in job vacancies, with openings dropping 2.8% in Q3 2025. Explore the shift from labour shortage to job shortage and what it means for the economy.
200 Conestoga College employees lose jobs before holidays
Conestoga College terminates almost 200 full-time positions just before the holiday break. Get the full details on this significant workforce reduction in Kitchener-Waterloo.
Nurse's Legal Fight for Sex-Segregated Change Rooms
Scottish nurse Sandie Peggie's suspension and legal battle after objecting to a transgender colleague in the female change room. Her fight highlights ongoing conflicts over women's sex-based rights.
Ex-casino security manager files wrongful dismissal lawsuit
A former security manager is suing a Winnipeg casino, alleging wrongful dismissal. The case highlights employment disputes in Manitoba's gaming sector. Learn the details of the legal claim.
NHL Alumni vs. OPP Game Jan. 11 in Lakeshore
Former NHL stars face Essex County OPP officers in a charity hockey game on Jan. 11 at Atlas Tube Centre. Proceeds support Special Olympics Ontario. Get ticket details.
U.S. gains 64,000 jobs, unemployment rate 4.6%
The U.S. economy added 64,000 jobs in November, but revised figures show a loss of 105,000 in October. The unemployment rate remains at 4.6%. Get the latest labour market analysis.
Canadian youth compete in crowded job market for experience
Young Canadians are finding it increasingly difficult to secure early career experience in a saturated labour market. Learn about the challenges and what it means for the future.
Federal DEI bureaucracy costs $75M annually, critics call for cuts
Columnist Jerry Agar argues Canada's federal diversity, equity, and inclusion programs have succeeded and the bloated bureaucracy, costing over $75 million yearly, should be dismantled. Read the analysis.
Windsor's Job Gains: Sustainable or a Rollercoaster?
Windsor's employment landscape shows promising growth, but experts question its long-term stability. We analyze the factors behind the surge and the challenges ahead for the local economy.
$3.9M to Restore Ontario Snowmobile Trail Network
The Ontario government is providing $3.9 million to restore 4,500 kilometres of snowmobile trails across the province, supporting winter tourism and recreation. Learn more about this key investment.
Alberta unemployment rate plunges to 6.5% in job surge
Alberta's unemployment rate plummeted from 7.8% to 6.5% in November, marking the largest monthly drop outside a pandemic since 1976. Over 28,000 new jobs were created.
Canada's Employment Outlook Brightens as 2025 Ends
Statistics Canada reports stronger-than-expected job growth for November 2025, driven by key sectors. Analysts see a positive trend emerging for the Canadian labour market.
Alberta records largest employment gain in Canada last month
Alberta gained more jobs than any other province in September 2025, but its unemployment rate remains higher than the national average. Explore the latest labour market data from Statistics Canada.
Highway 401 Death Underscores 'Slow Down, Move Over' Law
A recent death on Ontario's Highway 401 highlights the critical importance of the 'Slow Down, Move Over' law for emergency and service vehicles. Learn why this safety rule is vital.
Windsor-Essex Sets Record-High Employment Numbers
Windsor-Essex celebrates a historic employment high as the local job market rebounds strongly, fueled by investment stability. Discover the numbers and the driving forces behind this economic turnaround.
Lawyer's licence suspended over cartel, murder plot allegations
Ontario lawyer Deepak Paradkar's law licence suspended amid U.S. charges he aided ex-Olympian Ryan Wedding's drug cartel, including a witness murder plot. Read the shocking details.
Tow truck driver killed on Hwy. 401; driver identified
Ontario Provincial Police have identified the driver and located a vehicle after a 42-year-old tow operator from Kitchener was struck and killed on Highway 401. The tragedy renews calls for drivers to obey the Slow Down, Move Over law.
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