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Employment Law March 7th, 2025

Impact of U.S. tariffs on Canadian employees: Lior Samfiru on Newstalk 580 CFRA

By Lior Samfiru

Lior Samfiru joined Newstalk 580 CFRA's Bill Carroll to discuss employee rights and options for employers amidst the threat of tariffs.

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Employment Law March 7th, 2025

Hudson’s Bay on the brink of bankruptcy, report claims

By Lior Samfiru

The bombshell claim comes just months after the Canadian retailer became a stand-alone business in December.

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Employment Law March 7th, 2025

Trump to proceed with reciprocal tariffs on Canadian lumber, dairy

By Lior Samfiru

The president said his administration might implement the duties on March 7 or "we’ll wait until Monday or Tuesday."…

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Employment Law March 7th, 2025

Canada unveils $6-billion business aid program amid U.S. trade war

By Lior Samfiru

The federal government is also temporarily expanding its existing work-sharing program to avoid widespread layoffs.

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Employment Law March 7th, 2025

How Trump’s tariffs could affect Canadians: 3 key employee rights

By Lior Samfiru

Sweeping U.S. tariffs could affect your employment in a variety of ways. Understand your rights in Canada and how we can help.

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Employment Law March 7th, 2025

Canadian Tire closing 17 Atmosphere stores, part of ‘True North’ plan

By Lior Samfiru

CEO Greg Hicks said the Toronto-based retailer will harness "our banners and loyalty system to elevate our scale."…

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Employment Law March 7th, 2025

Canadian Tire Layoffs: Your Rights and Severance Pay Explained

By Lior Samfiru

Lost your job at Canadian Tire? Learn more about your rights to severance in Canada and next steps after termination.

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Employment Law March 7th, 2025

Layoffs in Canada (2025)

By Lior Samfiru

Understand layoffs in Canada, your rights, and severance pay. Monthly layoff updates and expert legal advice.

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Employment Law March 6th, 2025

Trump delaying tariffs on USMCA-compliant goods until April

By Lior Samfiru

The update comes after the U.S. granted automakers, including General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis, a one-month reprieve.

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