Voluntary vs. Involuntary Resignations in British Columbia Explained
Resignations may seem straightforward, but in British Columbia employment law, how and why an employee leaves matters greatly. A resignation can...
Can I Negotiate My Severance Package? What Employees Should Know
When employees receive a severance offer, one of the first questions they ask is whether it can be negotiated. In many...
Is Severance Pay Mandatory in Ontario?
When employment ends in Ontario, many employees ask the same question: is severance pay mandatory? The short answer is sometimes. But...
Consequences of Firing an Employee in BC Explained
Terminating an employee in British Columbia engages statutory obligations under the Employment Standards Act (BC) as well as broader...
Ontario Severance Pay Calculator: Why Online Estimates Are Often Wrong
Many employees in Ontario search for a severance pay calculator to estimate what they may be owed after termination. While online...
Retaliation in the Workplace (BC) Explained
No one should fear speaking up at work. Yet in British Columbia, employees sometimes face retaliation after reporting safety issues,...
Baker v. Van Dolder’s Home Team Inc.: Court Strikes Down Termination Clauses
On February 11, 2025, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in Owen Sound released its decision in Baker v....
Pay in Lieu of Notice in BC Explained
Terminating an employee in British Columbia without cause can be a legally complex process, particularly when determining pay in...
Vacation Pay in British Columbia Explained
Vacation pay is a statutory employment right in British Columbia. It ensures that employees receive paid time off and that...
WSIB Decision Didn’t Stop Human Rights Case
On October 17, 2025, the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (HRTO) refused to dismiss a disability discrimination and reprisal application...
Unclear Commission Plans Led to a Costly Wrongful Dismissal Award
Commission and bonus disputes are among the most common and costly forms of litigation between employers and departing employees. A...
Statutory Pay in British Columbia Explained
Statutory pay sets the minimum compensation standards that employers must provide to employees in British Columbia. These requirements apply regardless...