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Are Non-Compete Clauses Legal in Ontario?
Are non-compete clauses legal in Ontario? Learn how Working for Workers Act affects employment contracts and when these restrictions apply.
Atlassian Layoffs 2026: What’s Happening & Severance Rights in Canada
Atlassian is cutting approximately 10% of staff in 2026. Key details and resources for non-unionized workers in Canada.
Canada Layoffs (2026): What They Mean & Your Legal Rights
Laid off or facing layoffs in Canada? Learn what a layoff really means, when severance is owed, and what to do next.
Several Seriously Hurt After Multi-Vehicle Elm Street Crash in Greater Sudbury
Greater Sudbury police are asking anyone with information on the incident, including dashcam footage, to contact them.
Canada Extending Special EI Work-Sharing Measures as Trade War Continues
The latest information on the extension and comprehensive EI resources for non-unionized employees in Canada.
Woman Dead, Struck by Vehicle at South Keys Shopping Centre in Ottawa
Ottawa police are asking anyone with information on the incident, including dashcam footage, to contact them.
Peel District School Board Issues Layoff Notices to 300+ Teachers: Report
The latest information on the workforce reduction and key employment resources for affected non-unionized staffers.
Toddler Dead After Multi-Vehicle Hwy. 3 Crash at Kingsville-Leamington Border
Ontario Provincial Police are asking anyone with information on the incident, including dashcam footage, to contact them.
Bruyère Health Reportedly Cutting 55 Front-Line Workers, Part of Restructuring
The Ottawa-based health organization confirmed that 12 of the front-line positions under review are now vacant.