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Q+A Episode 28 - The Construction Open Period
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Join the Lawyers for Employers from CCPartners LLP as they answer your questions about workplace COVID-19 vaccine policies! This Q&A session followed our Episode 28 FREE WEBINAR. For the full presentation, watch the FREE WEBINAR (or download the podcast) at www.ccpartners.ca/broadcasts.By CCPartners - LAWYERS FOR EMPLOYERS
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Episode 28 - Construction Industry Alert: Labour Relations During the 2022 Open Period
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The triennial "Open Period" in Ontario's construction industry runs from March 1 until April 30, 2022. During the Open Period, employees can apply to terminate their Unions' bargaining rights, shedding their collective agreements. Or, rival Unions can apply to displace incumbents, and create new collective bargaining relationships.Listen to the ins…
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Q&A Episode 27: Developments in Vaccination Policy Guidelines & Requirements in the Childcare Sector
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Join the Lawyers for Employers from CCPartners LLP as they answer your questions about workplace COVID-19 vaccine policies! This Q&A session followed our Episode 27 FREE WEBINAR. For the full presentation, watch the FREE WEBINAR (or download the podcast) at www.ccpartners.ca/broadcasts.By CCPartners - LAWYERS FOR EMPLOYERS
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Episode 27: Developments in Vaccination Policy Guidelines and Requirements in the Childcare Sector
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After a recent declaration from the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health regarding new vaccination instructions, there remain more questions than answers for childcare when it comes to managing vaccinations in the workplace. The team at CCPartners is pleased to share our latest free webinar, exclusively for the Childcare sector. Join us fo…
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Episode 26 - LIVE PODCAST COVID-19 Vaccination Policies in the Construction Industry
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Join the lawyers for employers, Mike McLellan and Kelsey Orth, from CCPartners LLP as they present a LIVE seminar to members of the Barrie Construction Association on COVID-19 mandatory vaccination policies in the construction industry. Recorded on November 17, 2021, this episode assists construction industry employers by giving them a better under…
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Q & A Episode 24 - Vax to the Future: Are Vaccination Policies the New Normal? - Childcare Centres
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Join the Lawyers for Employers from CCPartners LLP as they answer your questions about workplace COVID-19 vaccine policies in the childcare sector! This Q&A session followed our Episode 24 FREE WEBINAR. For the full presentation, watch the FREE WEBINAR (or download the podcast) at www.ccpartners.ca/broadcasts.…
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Episode 24 - Vax to the Future: Are Vaccination Policies the New Normal? - Childcare Centres
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As childcare centres attempt to navigate the fourth wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, there are more questions than answers when it comes to managing vaccination in the workplace. The team at CCPartners is pleased to announce our latest free webinar to help the childcare sector.By CCPartners - LAWYERS FOR EMPLOYERS
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Q&A Episode 25 - Vax to the Future: Are COVID-19 Vaccination Workplace Policies the New Normal?
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Join the Lawyers for Employers from CCPartners LLP as they answer your questions about workplace COVID-19 vaccine policies! This Q&A session followed our Episode 25 FREE WEBINAR. For the full presentation, watch the FREE WEBINAR (or download the podcast) at www.ccpartners.ca/broadcasts.By CCPartners - LAWYERS FOR EMPLOYERS
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Episode 25 - Vax to the Future: Are COVID-19 Vaccination Workplace Policies the New Normal?
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As employers attempt to navigate the fourth wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, there are more questions than answers when it comes to managing vaccination in the workplace. The team at CCPartners is pleased to announce our latest free webinar. Join us for a free flowing discussion and live question and answer session related to Human Resources and Labo…
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Episode 23: Return to Work(AGAIN) In the Construction Industry
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UPDATE: Since recording this Webinar on June 9, 2021 he law has continued to grow. Some legal principles may be further calrified by recent government legislation, regulations, and case law. For the most up-to-date state of the law please see our most recent Webinars and Broadcasts, including Episode 25:https://soundcloud.com/ccpartners/episode-25-…
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Episode 22 - Re - Opening Ontario (AGAIN) Vaccination Policies And Return To Work
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CCPartners is proud to represent and advise employers operating across all sectors in Ontario, and we recognize the uncertainty you are all currently facing: from healthcare to childcare, retail to manufacturing, you all have questions about what happens next as we move toward reopening the economy. In this hour-long webinar presentation, “Re-Openi…
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Episode 20 - Workplace Reopening During COVID-19: Back to School Special
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In this episode, Mike, Kelsey, and Arjun give information and answer questions related to COVID-19. Topics include:- the extension of the Deemed Infectious Disease Emergency Leave;- masking requirements and practices;- refusals to return to work;- absences; and- managing accommodations and medical information.This video does not constitute legal ad…
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Episode 21A – Q&A: Child Care Reopening During COVID-19: Back to School Special - Childcare Sector
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The lawyers from CCPartners LLP fielded questions and provided answers live after our FREE Webinar on the impacts of COVID-19 on the childcare workers and what to expect next.Topics included:- the extension of the Deemed Infectious Disease Emergency Leave- masking requirements and practices- refusals to return to work- absences- managing accommodat…
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Episode 21 - Child Care Reopening During COVID-19: Back to School Special - the Childcare Sector
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CCPartners is proud to represent and advise a number of employers operating in the child care sector. In this episode, Mike, Kelsey, Cristina and Charles give information and answer questions related to COVID-19.Topics include:- extension of the Deemed Infectious Disease Emergency Leave;- masking requirements and practices;- refusals to return to w…
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Episode 19: Childcare Re-opening - How is this Gonna Work?
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Our free-flowing discussion on July 15, 2020 covered the issues child care operators in Ontario are grappling with as they plan, and start, to reopen. Among the topics discussed:-Accommodation -Leaves of Absence-Health and Safety Considerations-Ongoing Funding ConcernsBy CCPartners - LAWYERS FOR EMPLOYERS
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Episode 18A: Q&A COVID-19 Childcare Re-Opening and Impact of Reg 288/20 of Ontario's ESA
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The lawyers from CCPartners LLP fielded questions and provided answers live after our FREE Webinar on the impacts of COVID-19 on the childcare workers and what to expect next.Topics include:- Recent developments with COVID-19 and how it impacts Ontario workplaces- The impact of Regulation 288/20 of Ontario’s ESA- Termination and layoffs during COVI…
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Episode 18: COVID-19 Childcare Re-Opening and Impact of Reg 288/20 of the ESA
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June 10, 2020 Webinar for Childcare Operators.In this episode, Rob, Kelsey, Charles and Cristina give information and answer questions related to COVID-19. They are joined by Amy O’Neal, the Co-chair of the Toronto Coalition for Better Child CareTopics include:- Recent developments with COVID-19 and how it impacts Ontario workplaces- The impact of …
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Episode 17A: Q&A COVID-19 - Impact of Reg 288/20 on Temp Layoffs and Terminations
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The lawyers from CCPartners LLP fielded questions and provided answers live after our FREE Webinar on the impacts of COVID-19 in the workplace and what to expect next.Topics include:- Recent developments with COVID-19 and how it impacts Ontario workplaces- The impact of Regulation 288/20 of Ontario’s ESA- Termination and layoffs during COVID-19- Up…
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Episode 17: Going Forward Under COVID-19: Impact of ESA Reg 288 and WSIB Update
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In this episode, Kelsey, Cristina, Mike and Rob give information and answer questions related to COVID-19. Topics include:- Recent developments with COVID-19 and how it impacts Ontario workplaces- The impact of Regulation 288/20 of Ontario’s ESA- Termination and layoffs during COVID-19- Update on WSIBThis video does not constitute legal advice. Spe…
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Episode 16A - Q&A: Conducting Business in Canada During and After COVID-19
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The lawyers from CCPartners LLP fielded questions and provided answers live after our FREE Webinar on the impacts of COVID-19 and what to expect next.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 fr…
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Episode 16: Conducting Business in Canada During and After COVID-19
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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 …
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Episode 15A - Q&A: Conducting Business in the Construction Industry During and After Covid-19
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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…
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Episode 15 - Conducting Business in the Construction Industry During and After COVID-19
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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 w…
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Episode 14: Navigating Your Workplace During COVID-19 - One Month Later
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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 progra…
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Episode 14A - Q&A from Navigating Your Workplace During COVID-19 - One Month Later
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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 bu…
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Episode 13: COVID-19 Essential Considerations in the Childcare Sector Part 2: CERB and Wage Subsidy
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*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 Web…
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Episode 12: COVID-19 Implications for Daycare Operators in Ontario
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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 ch…
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Episode 11: COVID19 Overview and Guidance
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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:- Be…
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Episode 10: Bill 148 & Bill 47 Understanding the Changes to Labour and Employment Law in Ontario
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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…
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Episode 9: POTcast - Tips for Employers when Dealing with Legalized Marijuana in the Workplace
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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 Employe…
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Episode 8 - All Things Being Equal: a Review of the Equal Pay for Equal Work Provisions of the ESA
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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.By CCPartners - LAWYERS FOR EMPLOYERS
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Episode 7: To Restrict or Not to Restrict: An Overview of Non-Solicit and Non-Competition Agreements
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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 Introduction2:20 to 3:12 Discussion of Employment Agreements3:12 to 5:10 Discussion of types of restrictive covenants5:10 to 7:09 Assessing the Value of Enforceability7:09 to 1…
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Episode 6: Getting Personal - the NEW Personal Emergency Leave Rules for Ontario Employers
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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/episode10Listen to Susan Crawford and Mike MacLellan explain the new rules for Pers…
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Episode 5: Employment Contracts aka Every Employer's Best Friend
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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 enforcea…
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Episode 4: The Importance Of Workplace Investigations
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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-…
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Episode 3: Ho! Ho! Hoping to Stay out of Trouble at the Company Holiday Party?
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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 holid…
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Episode 1: Welcome to the Lawyers for Employers Podcast by CCPartners!
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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 ad…
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Episode 2: Overview of Bill 148 - Changes to the Employment Standards Act and Labour Relations Act
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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/xh7z30h2qMANothing in thi…
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