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Employment Law January 6th, 2025

Closure of Joriki Beverages: Employment lawyer with CTV News

By Lluc Cerda

Employment lawyer Lluc Cerda joined CTV News to discuss Joriki's closure and filing for creditor protection.

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Employment Law January 6th, 2025

Justin Trudeau to resign as PM, Liberal leader: Key employee takeaways

By Lior Samfiru

The bombshell announcement comes shortly after Trudeau's second-in-command, Chrystia Freeland, stepped down.

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Car Accidents January 6th, 2025

15-year-old dead, struck by ‘commercial van’ east of Kingston

By Sivan Tumarkin

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

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Disability/Personal Injury January 4th, 2025

What does “totally disabled” mean in Ontario? (Long-term disability)

By Sivan Tumarkin

Understand what 'totally disabled' means in Ontario for LTD claims. Learn how to secure benefits, real-life cases, and what to do if…

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Disability/Personal Injury January 4th, 2025

SISIP Long-Term Disability: A Complete 2025 Guide

By Sivan Tumarkin

Discover how to apply for SISIP long-term disability benefits, what to do if denied, and how to handle claim cut-offs.

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Employment Law January 4th, 2025

Minimum Wage in Canada 2025: What You Need to Know

By Lior Samfiru

Learn about minimum wage laws in Canada in 2025, including federal and provincial rates, who they apply to, and your rights as…

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Employment Law January 4th, 2025

PwC Layoffs: Your Rights and Severance Pay Explained

By Lior Samfiru

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

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Employment Law January 3rd, 2025

Johnson Controls Layoffs: Your Rights and Severance Pay Explained

By Lior Samfiru

Lost your job at Johnson Controls? Learn more about your rights to severance and next steps after termination.

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Employment Law January 3rd, 2025

Canadian CEOs significantly out-earned staff in 2023, report finds

By Lior Samfiru

The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives said it was the third-largest year for CEO pay since it began tracking the data.

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