Hilton Foods Building Food Processing Facility in Brantford, Creating 150 Jobs

What’s Happening at Hilton Foods?

Hilton Foods is building its first Canadian food processing and distribution facility in Brantford, Ontario.

The province welcomed the $192-million investment — claiming that the 230,000-square-foot plant will create “150 new, good-paying jobs.”

“This is the beginning of a long-term commitment to Ontario’s food supply chain, to the people of this region, and to the future of high-quality Canadian food products, right here in Brantford,” Matt Lee, Regional CEO of Hilton Foods, said in a joint news release.

“We’re proud to be bringing innovation, quality, and efficiency to the food supply chain, and most importantly, provide Canadian families with products they can trust and enjoy every day.”

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To support the company’s expansion, the province is allocating $1.5 million from the Southwestern Ontario Development Fund.

If you’re thinking about working for Hilton Foods in Ontario, here are a few things that non-unionized employees need to keep in mind.

Don’t Sign an Employment Contract Immediately

Most non-unionized employees in the province are required to accept an employment contract before starting a new role.

However, you don’t have to sign anything right away. These agreements often reduce your legal protections — especially when it comes to severance pay, job duties, or workplace changes.

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Concerning Contract Clauses

When reviewing an employment contract, look for any provisions that:

• Limit severance to just a few weeks’ pay
• Allow your employer to make significant changes to your job without your consent
• Probationary terms that affect your job security

If you’re unsure about any part of the agreement, contact the experienced Brantford employment lawyers at Samfiru Turmarkin LLP. We’ll review your contract and confirm that your workplace rights are protected.

How Switching Jobs Affects Severance

The amount of severance pay you’re owed is heavily influenced by how long you’ve worked for a company.

Non-unionized employees in Ontario can receive up to 24 months’ pay — sometimes more — when they’re fired or let go without cause.

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However, if you resign voluntarily to work for another employer, you’re likely NOT entitled to any compensation.

Your best course of action before switching jobs is to seek legal advice. Our firm can make sure you’re fully aware of the factors at play before making your decision.

Lost Your Job After Being Recruited?

In some cases, Ontarians leave their current job after being actively recruited, or “induced,” by another employer.

If this situation applies to you, you could be owed enhanced severance pay due to the inducement — especially if you stepped away from a secure, long-term position.

• LEARN MORE: Everything Ontarians Need to Know About Inducement

All hope isn’t lost. A member of our knowledgeable team can enforce your rights and ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve.

Get Help Today!

Contact Samfiru Tumarkin LLP for expert advice and effective solutions. We’ve helped tens of thousands of non-unionized employees in Ontario and across Canada resolve important workplace matters.

Call 1-855-821-5900 or request an online consultation.

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Disclaimer: The materials above are provided as general information about the rights of non-unionized employees in Canada. It is not specific to any one company and SHOULD NOT be read as suggesting any improper conduct on the part of any specific employer, or a relationship between Samfiru Tumarkin LLP and a specific employer.