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Car Accidents January 2nd, 2026

32-Year-Old Dead, Struck by Vehicle on Hwy. 401 Near Pearson International Airport

By Sivan Tumarkin

Ontario Provincial Police are asking anyone with information on the incident, including dashcam footage, to contact them.

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Car Accidents January 1st, 2026

Mississauga Car Accidents, Crashes & Local News

By Sivan Tumarkin

Live hub for Mississauga crash news: today’s car accidents, yesterday’s collisions, hotspots, & legal help. Get updates, and what to do next.

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Employment Law January 1st, 2026

Microsoft Layoffs 2026: Severance Rights & Employee Guide

By Lior Samfiru

Microsoft layoffs 2026: 15,000+ roles cut. Canadian employees are owed up to 24 months’ severance. See your rights before signing any offer.

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Employment Law January 1st, 2026

Xerox Layoffs 2026 – Severance Pay & Employee Rights

By Lior Samfiru

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

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Disability/Personal Injury January 1st, 2026

Desjardins Long-Term Disability in Canada: 2026 Guide to Benefits, Denials & Legal Help

By Sivan Tumarkin

Discover how to apply for Desjardins long-term disability benefits, what to do if denied, and how to handle claim cut-offs.

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Employment Law January 1st, 2026

EI Sickness Benefits in Canada (2026 Guide)

By Lior Samfiru

Learn how EI sickness benefits work in Canada. Eligibility, forms, medical certificate, 26-week extension, and switching to regular EI.

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Employment Law January 1st, 2026

Parental Leave in Ontario: Time Off, EI Pay & Your Rights (2026)

By Lior Samfiru

Parental leave in Ontario explained: who qualifies, length, how much EI pays, and your rights if your job is changed or denied.

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Employment Law January 1st, 2026

What Is the Legal Age to Work in Ontario? (2026 Guide)

By Lior Samfiru

Find out the legal working age in Ontario. Learn when teens can work, student wage rules, hours for 14–16 year olds, and…

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Employment Law January 1st, 2026

Paternity Leave in Ontario: What You Need to Know (2026)

By Lior Samfiru

Find out how paternity leave works in Ontario. Learn who qualifies, how long it lasts, how much EI pays, and your rights…

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