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Employment Law April 11th, 2025

Robert Land Academy to close in June, operations ‘unsustainable’

By Lior Samfiru

The military-style private boarding school in Wellandport, Ontario is grappling with declining enrolment and increased costs.

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Employment Law April 10th, 2025

Microsoft mulling middle manager, non-coder job cuts in May

By Lior Samfiru

The reduction would mark the tech giant's second round of cuts in 2025 after eliminating "low performers" in January.

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Employment Law April 10th, 2025

Microsoft Layoffs: Your Rights and Severance Pay Explained

By Lior Samfiru

Lost your job at Microsoft? Learn more about your rights to severance in Canada and next steps after termination.

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Employment Law April 10th, 2025

‘Aligning with market conditions’: Whirlpool cutting 650 jobs in Iowa, Canadians may be impacted

By Lior Samfiru

Whirlpool will lay off 650 workers at its Iowa plant to adjust to shifting consumer demand. Canadian workers also report being impacted.

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Employment Law April 9th, 2025

Canada remains ‘exempt’ from Trump’s 10% global reciprocal duty

By Lior Samfiru

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reportedly misspoke on April 9 when he claimed Canada would be subject to the levy.

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Employment Law April 7th, 2025

‘Working on eggshells’: Roadtrek temporarily trimming staff due to U.S. duties

By Lior Samfiru

The Cambridge-based camper van and RV company is currently planning to recall affected staff on April 14.

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Employment Law April 7th, 2025

Laid off or facing layoffs in Canada? Your 2025 legal guide

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or affected by layoffs in Canada? Understand your rights to severance and next steps in our 2025 legal guide.

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Employment Law April 7th, 2025

What is Ontario doing to support businesses during the U.S. trade war?

By Lior Samfiru

Insights on the latest measures implemented by the Ontario government, and key resources for non-unionized employees.

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Employment Law April 7th, 2025

Stellantis temporarily shutters Windsor plant due to U.S. duties

By Lior Samfiru

The automaker is currently planning to resume operations at its Ontario facility the week of April 21.

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