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UHN vaccine mandate hits interim injunction roadblock
A vaccine mandate in Ontario has hit a roadblock for the first time. The Ontario Superior Court issued an interim injunction to…

Employment lawyer addresses right to disconnect on 640 Toronto
An employment lawyer joins Arlene Bynon on Global News Radio 640 Toronto to discuss the right to disconnect legislation.

Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy: The Facts
Facts about the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy. Learn how to apply for employer benefits from the federal government in response to COVID-19.

Employment lawyer on vaccine requirements impacting E.I benefits
An employment lawyer speaks to Andrew Pinsent on Newstalk 580 CFRA on vaccination status and employee rights.

Employment lawyer Chris Justice on E.I. exemptions
Employment lawyer Chris Justice comments on valid COVID-19 vaccine exemptions and E.I. limitations on Global News Radio 980 CFPL.

Employment lawyer addresses EI eligibility and vaccine policies
An employment lawyer joins Kelly Cutrara on Global News Radio 640 Toronto to discuss EI eligibility and unvaccinated employee rights.

‘Potential economic ruin for unvaccinated’: Employment lawyer on E.I
Employment lawyer Dan Balkaran speaks with Black Press Media regarding employment insurance eligibility and vaccine mandates.

Employee rights at SickKids hospital and vaccine mandates
Employment lawyer Mackenzie Irwin joins Global News to comment on staff at SickKids hospital being placed on unpaid leave.

Employment lawyer on nursing home worker termination and vaccine policies
Employment lawyer Mackenzie Irwin speaks with the Toronto Star regarding a long-term care home worker's termination as a result of her vaccination…