Many employers hold events and parties for a variety of occasions, including Christmas. However, employers often find themselves at risk of a lawsuit because of the conduct of an employee that is associated with the event or party, particularly when it comes to intoxication from alcohol consumption …
Doctor's Notes and Sick Leave
Transparent and Secure? The Working for Workers Act Impacts Cyber Security and Employee Privacy
This article is a co-submission from Birmingham Consulting and Kissinger HR, in response to Ontario’s new requirements under the Working for Workers Act, 2022 to disclose electronic monitoring of employee activity. For many employers, it makes sense to track high-value physical assets like …
Ontario to Require Employers to Disclose Electronic Monitoring
The "Working for Workers Act 2", has passed third reading and will proceed to the Lieutenant Governor for Royal Assent. This new legislation includes a requirement for "large employers" to inform their employees about how, when, and why the employer is monitoring their work or actions. Ontario …
The Employee Training Series Is Back!
Kissinger HR Services provides In-Person and Online (Zoom/Teams) workshops and training on many common Employee subjects. We also cover topics that are custom-suited to your organization's needs. Our Training Sessions include Employment Standards; Health and Safety; Violence/Harassment in the …
The Employee’s Role in the Accommodation Process
The Duty to Accommodate is triggered when employees become ill or injured or require special arrangements for a “protected ground” under the Human Rights Code (some examples are Religion and Family Status). Accommodation is a fundamental and integral part of the right to equal treatment and may …
