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Employment Law 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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Employment Law January 16th, 2026

Laid Off or Facing Layoffs in Canada? Your 2026 Legal Guide

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or affected by layoffs in Canada? Understand your rights to severance and next steps in our 2026 legal guide.

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Employment Law January 16th, 2026

CI Investments Acquiring Invesco Canada’s $26B Assets: Employee Rights

By Lior Samfiru

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

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Employment Law January 15th, 2026

Shared Services Canada Cutting 1,000+ Jobs, Part of Federal Workforce Adjustment

By Lior Samfiru

The latest information on the restructuring at the federal agency and key resources for non-unionized employees.

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Employment Law January 14th, 2026

Random Drug Testing in Canada: Is It Legal?

By Lior Samfiru

Is random drug testing legal in Canada? Learn when employers can test, limits on workplace testing, & how to respond to a…

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Employment Law January 14th, 2026

Statistics Canada Slashing 850 Jobs in 2026, Entering “Workforce Adjustment Period”

By Lior Samfiru

The latest information on the restructuring at the federal agency and key resources for non-unionized employees.

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Employment Law January 13th, 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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Employment Law January 13th, 2026

Meta Slashing 10% of Staff in Reality Labs Division to Kick Off 2026

By Lior Samfiru

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

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Employment Law January 13th, 2026

Meta Layoffs in Canada: January 2026 Update + Severance Rights

By Lior Samfiru

Meta is kicking off 2026 by axing hundreds jobs in its Reality Labs division. Learn more about your severance rights in Canada.

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