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Employment Law August 22nd, 2025

What Is the Gig Economy? Meaning, Examples, and Worker Rights in Canada

By Lior Samfiru

What is the gig economy? Learn the meaning, examples, gig jobs in Canada, and rights for gig workers — including taxes &…

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Employment Law August 22nd, 2025

Canada Removing Counter-Duties on US Goods Covered by Free Trade Deal

By Lior Samfiru

Prime Minister Mark Carney made the announcement as the two countries review their trade and security relationship.

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Employment Law August 22nd, 2025

Trump Tariffs Canada: Layoffs, Severance, and Employee Rights (2025 Guide)

By Lior Samfiru

Trump's tariffs have already led to major layoffs in Canada. Understand your rights to severance if you lose your job.

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Employment Law August 21st, 2025

Stellantis Layoffs in Canada: August 2025 Update + Severance Rights

By Lior Samfiru

Lost your job at Stellantis? Learn more about your rights to severance in Canada and next steps after termination.

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Employment Law August 21st, 2025

Laid Off or Facing Layoffs in Canada? Your 2025 Legal Guide

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or affected by layoffs in Canada? Understand your rights to severance and next steps in our 2025 legal guide.

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Employment Law August 21st, 2025

Monks Layoffs + Severance Pay: Your Rights Explained

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off from Monks? Discover your rights in Canada, how severance pay is calculated, and steps to take after job loss.

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Employment Law August 20th, 2025

Limited Options for Employees Forced to Return to the Office: Jon Pinkus with the Financial Post

By Jon Pinkus

Employment lawyer Jon Pinkus spoke with the Canadian Press regarding employers' recent push to return staff to the office.

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Employment Law August 20th, 2025

Lowe’s Acquiring Foundation Building Materials in $8.8B Deal

By Lior Samfiru

The latest information on the acquisition and key employment resources for non-unionized employees in Canada.

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Employment Law August 20th, 2025

What Is a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) in Canada?

By Lior Samfiru

Put on a performance improvement plan (PIP) in Canada? Learn your legal rights, whether you need to sign it, & what happens…

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