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Employment Law January 30th, 2026

Trump Threatens Canadian Aircraft Retaliation as Trade War Continues in 2026

By Lior Samfiru

Insights on the Trump administration's latest trade threat and key resources for non-unionized employees in Canada.

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Disability/Personal Injury January 30th, 2026

Short-Term Disability for Mental Health Conditions in Canada

By Sivan Tumarkin

Mental health conditions can obtain short-term disability in Canada. See how STD claims work, denials, and what evidence insurers require.

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Disability/Personal Injury January 30th, 2026

Medical Evidence for Short-Term Disability Claims in Canada

By Sivan Tumarkin

Medical evidence is critical for short-term disability claims. Learn what insurers look for, common mistakes, and why STD claims are denied.

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Disability/Personal Injury January 30th, 2026

How Long Does Short-Term Disability Last in Canada?

By Sivan Tumarkin

Short-term disability in Canada usually lasts 15–26 weeks. Learn how long STD benefits last, what can shorten them, and what happens next.

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Employment Law January 29th, 2026

Trump Tariffs Canada: Layoffs, Severance, and Employee Rights (2026 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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Disability/Personal Injury January 29th, 2026

What Happens When Short-Term Disability Ends in Canada?

By Sivan Tumarkin

Short-term disability ending in Canada? Learn what happens next, whether you must return to work, and your options if benefits are cut…

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Employment Law January 29th, 2026

UPS Planning to Slash 30,000 Jobs in 2026, Shuttering Dozens of Facilities

By Lior Samfiru

The latest information on the package giant's restructuring and key resources for non-unionized employees in Canada.

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Employment Law January 29th, 2026

UPS Layoffs 2026: Employee Rights & Key Severance Facts

By Lior Samfiru

United Parcel Service plans to cut thousands of jobs in 2026. Understand your severance rights in Canada and how we can help.

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Employment Law January 29th, 2026

General Motors Layoffs 2026: Employee Rights & Key Severance Facts

By Lior Samfiru

GM is planning to slash hundreds of Oshawa jobs in 2026. Understand your severance rights in Canada and how we can help.

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