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Downtown Toronto crash: Driver hits pedestrian, tree, store near Jarvis and Front
Two people were hospitalized following a collision in downtown Toronto on Tuesday afternoon, according to Toronto police.
Wrong-way crash on Hwy 401 near Kingston seriously injures two
Two drivers sustained serious injuries in a wrong-way collision on Highway 401 near Kingston on Tuesday, according to OPP.
Ontario Science Centre Layoffs: More than 50 food service workers lose jobs
OPSEU has announced that over 50 Ontario Science Centre food service workers will be laid off in the near future.
CDK cyberattack hits Canadian car dealerships: Employee rights
Software company CDK Global experienced consecutive cyberattacks, impacting auto dealerships, buyers, and employees across Canada.
Essa Road Crash: 26-year-old sustains serious head injury in Barrie collision
Early Monday morning on Essa Road in Barrie, a single vehicle left the road and overturned in a heavily wooded area.
Can your boss take your phone away?: Employment lawyer on 640 Toronto
Employment lawyer Aaron Levitin on 640 Toronto with Kelly Cutrara to discuss an employer's ability to confiscate their staff's personal devices.
Ontario court upholds 24 month award for wrongful dismissal: Employment lawyer comments with HR Reporter
Employment lawyer Chantel Goldsmith spoke with Canadian HR Reporter to discuss a recent Ontario court decision regarding a wrongful dismissal and damages.
ServiceOntario employee arrested in $9.5M auto-theft bust, 100 cars found: Toronto Police
A look at whether a ServiceOntario employee's alleged role in a $9.5M auto-theft ring meets the definition of a termination for cause.
Ontario Science Centre closing immediately over structural concerns: Employee rights
The Ontario Science Centre is closing today due to dangers posed by the weakened roof, impacting 250 employees.