In today’s online world, the ability to produce false identities and credentials is astounding. This makes the task of conducting background and reference checks during the hiring process even more important. If an employee ‘fakes’ credentials, and there is harm caused because the employee was …
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Succession Plans – Not Just for Royals!
What is a “Succession Plan”??? Simply, it is the “plan” for who takes over and what happens to your assets when you retire or are no longer able to run your business. Why do you need a plan? Because accidents, illness, and employee turnover are an unfortunate part of business …
Reminder! Minimum Wage Rises on October 1!
The Minimum Wage payable to employees in Ontario will increase on October 1, 2022. There are different minimum wages for specific types of employees (such as students who are under 18 and homeworkers) but for most workers, the new rate will be $15.50 per hour. There is no longer a reduced …
Changing Your Employment Contracts? Beware of Constructive Dismissal!
Many employers have been updating, renewing or altering employment agreements to respond to the changes that COVID has brought to the workplace, and many of them are risking serious financial consequences from constructive dismissal claims because they are not “following the rules”. There are two …
