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Employment Law May 1st, 2026

Algoma University Layoffs 2026: News, Restructuring & Severance Pay

By Lior Samfiru

Algoma University is planning to cut dozens of jobs in 2026. Key details and resources for affected non-union staff.

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Employment Law May 1st, 2026

Canada Layoffs (2026): What They Mean & Your Legal Rights

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or facing layoffs in Canada? Learn what a layoff really means, when severance is owed, and what to do next.

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Car Accidents May 1st, 2026

Motorcyclist, 25, Dead After Single-Vehicle Hwy. 407 Crash in Oakville

By Sivan Tumarkin

Ontario Provincial Police are asking anyone with information on the incident, including dashcam footage, to contact them.

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Car Accidents May 1st, 2026

Oakville Crashes, Car Accidents & Local News

By Sivan Tumarkin

Been in a car accident in Oakville? Get the latest crash updates and understand your legal rights if you're injured.

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Employment Law May 1st, 2026

Cognizant Planning to Cut Jobs in 2026, Part of “Project Leap” Restructuring

By Lior Samfiru

The latest information on the restructuring and key resources for affected non-unionized employees in Canada.

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Employment Law May 1st, 2026

Cognizant Layoffs 2026: News, Restructuring & Severance Rights

By Lior Samfiru

Cognizant could cut thousands of jobs in 2026 as part of a restructuring. Key details and resources for Canadians.

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Car Accidents April 30th, 2026

Ontario School Bus Driver Charged Following Crash Near Seaforth Golf Course

By Sivan Tumarkin

Ontario Provincial Police are asking anyone with information on the incident, including dashcam footage, to contact them.

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Employment Law April 30th, 2026

Client Win: Severance Award Upheld for Long-Service Ontario Salesperson

By Naomi Flanagan

Insights on the victory and why you should contact Samfiru Tumarkin LLP if you believe you've been wrongfully dismissed.

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Employment Law April 30th, 2026

Shell Acquiring Calgary-Based ARC Resources for $22B: Employee Rights

By Lior Samfiru

The latest information on the acquisition and key employment resources for non-unionized workers in Canada.

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