Many businesses have been forced to downsize due to COVID-19. Whether it be through reductions in hours, temporary layoffs, or terminations, employers have faced more uncomfortable conversations than they may have previously been accustomed to. This article provides some tips for employers on how to carry out a termination of employment and suggests ways to...
The Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (RRRF) has been set up by the federal government to provide financial help to businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Eligible businesses and organizations can access these funds through their provincial regional development agencies and the Community Futures Network of Canada. This blog provides details on the RRRF loans provided...
*Please note that this program closed for applications on July 30, 2021. To learn about the latest Ontario government financial relief programs for small businesses, please refer to our blog here. In November 2020, public health units in Ontario were divided into five levels based on their COVID-19 case numbers. These are: Green-Prevent, Yellow-Protect, Orange-Restrict,...
*This blog was updated on December 8, 2021. Employees in Ontario can avail of up to three days of paid COVID-19 sick leave. The COVID-19 Putting Workers First Act was passed in the Ontario legislature on April 29, 2021. The legislation requires employers to provide employees with up to $200 of pay for up to...
Prolonged exposure to excessive noise in the workplace can cause hearing loss. Noise induced-hearing loss is a major occupational health and safety issue, especially in industries such as construction, manufacturing, mining. As the employer, it is your duty to take all reasonable steps to provide a safe workplace for your staff. If your employees are...
While vaccines hold out the hope that eventually we’ll return to a pre-pandemic normal, the vaccine shot is not mandatory under the law. Like the flu shot, it will be a personal choice that not everybody would opt for. This means your staff has the right to refuse the vaccine and you cannot (and should not)...
Your employees are your greatest resource. Investing in your staff only benefits your business in the long run. While training programs are a good way to upskill your workers, mentoring is another useful strategy. Mentoring your team will help you draw upon and transfer the existing reserves of expertise and knowledge within your organization. What is...
The pandemic has pushed us closer to a digital future. Virtual work meetings and socials are now the norm. The success of the remote work model has led many companies to switch to remote work on a permanent basis. In the virtual workplace, your hiring pool isn’t restricted only to your city or province. As employers...
