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Victoria Day in Ontario: Stat Holiday Rights for Employees (2026)
Victoria Day is a paid stat holiday in Ontario. Understand your rights if your employer refuses to give you time off work.
Amazon Trims “Selling Partner Services” Team, Part of 2026 Restructuring
The latest information on the workforce reduction and key severance resources for affected Canadian employees.
Amazon Layoffs 2026: News, Restructuring & Severance Pay in Canada
Amazon has trimmed its "Selling Partner Services" team in 2026. Key details and resources for Canadian staff.
Canada Layoffs (2026): What They Mean & Your Legal Rights
Laid off or facing layoffs in Canada? Learn what a layoff really means, when severance is owed, and what to do next.
Verizon Reportedly Cut Several Hundred Roles in 2026, Part of Restructuring
The latest information on the workforce reduction and key severance resources for affected non-union staff in Canada.
Verizon Layoffs 2026: News, Restructuring & Severance Pay in Canada
Verizon has reportedly cut several hundred roles in 2026. Key details and resources for affected Canadian staff.
Honda Halts Work on $15B Ontario EV Facility, Leaving Hundreds of Jobs in Limbo
The latest information on the automaker's decision, key severance resources for Ontarians, and how our team can help.
Equinox Gold, Orla Mining Announce $18.5B Merger: Employee Rights
The latest information on the merger and comprehensive employment resources for non-unionized staff in Canada.
Motorcyclist, 25, Dead After Collision Near King Heights Academy in Vaughan
York police are asking anyone with information on the incident, including dashcam footage, to contact them.