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Court Win: Employee Doesn’t Have to Repay $33,000 in Commission Draws
Samfiru Tumarkin LLP overturned a nearly $33,000 repayment order involving an employee's commission draws.
Trump Tariffs Canada: Layoffs, Severance & Employee Rights (2026)
Trump tariffs could put 87,000 Canadian jobs at risk. Here’s what Canadian employees need to know about layoffs, severance and workplace changes.
Fired With Unvested RSUs? Ontario Court of Appeal Decision Could Mean You Are Owed More
Fired with unvested RSUs? A new Ontario Court of Appeal ruling could mean you’re owed significantly more severance.
Court of Appeal Win: Employee Demoted After Disability Was Constructively Dismissed
Samfiru Tumarkin LLP secured a Court of Appeal win worth more than $180,000 for an employee demoted after disability leave.
Can Canada Life Know If You Travel While on Disability?
Can Canada Life find out if you travelled while on disability? Learn how travel affects your claim and what could put your…
What Conditions Qualify For Disability in Canada?
Discover which conditions qualify for disability benefits in Canada, learn about eligibility criteria and how to apply for LTD & STD.
Uber Cutting Customer Service Jobs in 2026, Calling Staff Back to Offices
A closer look at the ride-hailing giant's latest restructuring and key severance resources for affected Canadian staff.
Uber Layoffs 2026: News, Restructuring & Severance Pay in Canada
Uber is slashing its customer service workforce as part of a major restructuring. Key details and resources for Canadians.
2 Pedestrians Hospitalized After Crash in Niagara Square Parking Lot
Niagara police are asking anyone with information on the incident, including dashcam footage, to contact them.