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Employment Law January 19th, 2026

BlackRock Layoffs 2026: Employee Rights and Severance Pay Guide

By Lior Samfiru

BlackRock is cutting 200+ jobs to start 2026. Understand your severance rights in Canada and how our team can help.

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Disability/Personal Injury January 17th, 2026

Canada Life Long-Term Disability and Travel: What You Need to Know

By Sivan Tumarkin

Canada Life long-term disability and travel rules explained. Learn when travel is allowed, what approval you need, and how to avoid denial.

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Disability/Personal Injury January 17th, 2026

Sun Life Long-Term Disability and Travel: What Canadians Need to Know

By Sivan Tumarkin

Sun Life long-term disability and travel rules explained. Learn when Sun Life allows travel, what approval you need, and how to avoid…

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Disability/Personal Injury January 17th, 2026

Manulife Long-Term Disability and Travel: What Canadians Need to Know

By Sivan Tumarkin

Manulife long-term disability and travel rules explained. Learn when Manulife allows travel, what approval you need, & how to avoid a denial.

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Disability/Personal Injury January 17th, 2026

Can You Travel While on Long-Term Disability in Canada?

By Sivan Tumarkin

Can you travel while on long-term disability? Learn the rules for LTD travel, insurer approval, and how to avoid a denial or…

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travelling while on short-term disability in Canada
Disability/Personal Injury January 17th, 2026

Can You Travel While on Short-Term Disability in Canada?

By Sivan Tumarkin

Can you travel while on short-term disability in Canada? Learn when travel is allowed, what approval you need, & how to avoid…

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Disability/Personal Injury January 17th, 2026

CPP Disability: Can You Leave Canada or Travel While on Benefits?

By Sivan Tumarkin

Can you leave the country on CPP Disability? Yes — CPPD continues while travelling or living abroad. Learn the rules and how…

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Disability/Personal Injury January 17th, 2026

Can You Travel While on Medical Leave From Work in Canada?

By Lior Samfiru

Can you travel while on medical leave in Canada? Learn when travel is allowed, what your employer can question, and how to…

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Disability/Personal Injury January 16th, 2026

CMHA Calling for Better Mental Health, Addictions Support in Northern Ontario in 2026

By Sivan Tumarkin

Denied disability benefits for a drug addiction or mental health disorder? Understand your rights in Ontario and how we can help.

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