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Employment Law January 21st, 2026

Employee Rights During Inclement Weather in Ontario

By Lior Samfiru

Snowstorms, ice storms, school closures — learn what your employee rights are during inclement weather in Ontario.

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Employment Law January 21st, 2026

GFL Moving Corporate HQ from Vaughan to Miami, Canadian Jobs Affected

By Lior Samfiru

The latest information on the relocation and comprehensive resources for affected non-unionized employees.

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Employment Law January 21st, 2026

GFL Environmental Layoffs 2026: Employee Rights & Severance Pay Guide

By Lior Samfiru

GFL is moving its corporate headquarters south of the border in 2026 — affecting Canadian staff. Understand your severance rights.

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Employee balancing work and family caregiving responsibilities in Ontario
Employment Law January 21st, 2026

Family Status Discrimination in Ontario: When Employers Cross the Line

By Lior Samfiru

Family status discrimination is illegal in Ontario. Learn when employers cross the line and what to do if accommodation is refused.

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Employee balancing work and family caregiving responsibilities in Ontario
Employment Law January 21st, 2026

Family Status Accommodation in Ontario: Employee Rights Explained

By Lior Samfiru

Ontario employers may have to accommodate family caregiving obligations. See when accommodation is required & when refusal is discrimination.

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Employment Law January 21st, 2026

Federally Regulated Holidays in Canada: What Employees Need to Know

By Lior Samfiru

Which holidays apply to federally regulated employees in Canada? Learn federal stat holidays, September 30 pay rules, and employee rights.

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Car Accidents January 21st, 2026

2 Seriously Hurt After Sedan, Dump Truck Collide in Brampton’s South End

By Sivan Tumarkin

Peel police are asking anyone with information on the incident, including dashcam footage, to contact them.

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Employment Law January 20th, 2026

“I’m Angry”: Global Affairs Canada Requiring Remote Staff to Work at Ottawa Offices

By Lior Samfiru

Employment lawyer Lior Samfiru discussed the federal agency's relocation mandate with 580 CFRA's Kristy Cameron.

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Employment Law January 20th, 2026

Compassionate Leave Ontario: ESA Rules, Pay, and Your Rights

By Lior Samfiru

Learn how compassionate leave in Ontario works. Find out who qualifies, how long it lasts, if it’s paid, and job protections under…

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