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Bill Kelly Show & COVID-19: Reduced Hours, Wage Subsidy and CERB

March 31, 2020

An Ontario employment lawyer at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP joined Bill Kelly on 900 CHML Global News Radio to discuss employment rights during the COVID-19 pandemic.

My employer will keep me at work, but on reduced pay or hours. Should I accept the offer?
What is the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy?
If I am laid off from work, am I still entitled to receive benefits from my employer?
How difficult will it be for businesses to determine if they should try to operate during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Can I receive CERB payments if I don’t actually qualify for the program?
Should I talk to my employer if I feel that the workplace is unsafe?

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About the Author

Lior Samfiru

National Co-Managing Partner

Lior Samfiru is a Founding Partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP and the Practice Leader of the firm’s Labour & Employment Law Group. Known for his advocacy and success representing both employees and employers, Lior exclusively serves clients in Ontario, where his extensive experience has made him one of Canada’s most sought-after employment lawyers.

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