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Why Letting Lawyers Be “Support Persons” in OHSA Interviews Is Like Letting Foxes Guard the Henhouse
(A cautionary tale for third-party investigators who value their sanity) Let’s get one thing straight: an Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) investigation interview is not a courtroom, and the investigator is not auditioning for Suits. It’s a fact-finding exercise — not a sparring match between counsel, case law, and caffeine. Yet, every so often, a complainant will stroll into their...
New Ontario Job Posting Requirements Coming January 2026: Are You Compliant?
A new year can bring opportunity, but it can also bring risk if organizations are unprepared for regulatory change. Beginning January 1, 2026, Ontario employers with 25 or more employees will need to comply with new job posting and hiring requirements under the Employment Standards Act, which requires employers to: Disclose expected compensation or a compensation range in covered job postings,...
When Lawyers Crash the HR Party: OHSA Harassment Investigations Go to the Bar
You've got a workplace harassment complaint under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA). You're ready to deploy your well-oiled HR investigation machine—timely, objective, confidential. Then, the inevitable happens: lawyers get involved. It’s like inviting a meticulous, high-paid theatre critic to a corporate puppet show. Things are about to get serious, expensive, and a whole lot...
From Concerts to Conferences: How Off-Duty Misconduct Can Justify Termination for Cause
The recent Coldplay concert scandal, where a Tech CEO and Head of HR were exposed for an extramarital affair and resigned amid public fallout, has sparked fresh conversation about how off-duty conduct can impact employment. Many employers are now asking: can an employee really be dismissed for cause if misconduct occurs outside of regular work hours? The answer in Canada is yes. Courts and...
Quiet Cracking at Work: The Silent Workplace Trend Affecting Employee Engagement
Workplace challenges such as the Great Resignation and quiet quitting have forced organizations to rethink how they engage and support their employees. Now, a new trend has emerged, quiet cracking. This workplace trend is harder to detect yet just as damaging as overt disengagement. Employees remain in their roles, but they are mentally and emotionally withdrawing, leading to burnout, lost...
What to Do When HR Is the Problem: A Guide for Frustrated Employees and Managers
Every workplace faces occasional challenges, but when the very department tasked with resolving conflicts, the Human Resources (HR) department is the source of frustration, employees and managers often find themselves in a difficult position. Recognizing and addressing problematic HR departments can significantly improve morale, productivity, and overall organizational health. But what are some...