Chantel Goldsmith
LL.B.
Partner
Contact Information
Contact Chantel
T: 1 (844) 661-9065 (Ext.147)
F: (416) 361-0993
E: chantel.goldsmith@stlawyers.ca
Contact Assistant – Cassandra Themelkos
T: (844) 661-9065 (Ext.236)
E: cassandra.themelkos@stlawyers.ca
Practice Areas
Employment Law
Location
Ottawa, Toronto
Experience
As a Partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, Chantel Goldsmith specializes exclusively in labour and employment law, representing clients throughout Ontario from the firm’s Toronto and Ottawa offices. With a fierce dedication to her clients, Chantel is a self-described “wolf in sheep’s clothing,” known for her tenacity, confidence, and relentless pursuit of justice.
Chantel’s employment law practice consists of advising and acting for clients across Ontario with respect to:
- Wrongful dismissals
- Constructive dismissals
- Terminations for cause
- Dismissal without cause
- Severance packages
- Employment contract review and negotiation in Toronto and across Ontario
- Harassment at work
- Workplace discrimination
Clients consistently praise Chantel for her meticulous attention to detail, accessibility, and responsiveness. Her ability to develop strong emotional bonds with her clients, whether employers or employees, sets her apart. This balanced practice allows her to anticipate and counter opposing counsels’ moves effectively, ensuring the best possible outcomes for her clients.
Outside of her legal practice, Chantel is an energetic outdoor enthusiast who enjoys horseback riding, camping, canoeing, snowboarding, and fishing with her husband and three children. Her passion for the outdoors mirrors her vigorous and determined approach to advocating for her clients’ rights.
If you’re seeking a dedicated and experienced employment lawyer who combines expert legal advice with genuine compassion, Chantel Goldsmith is your ideal advocate. Contact her at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP for unparalleled support and representation in your employment law matters.
Education
Chantel’s extensive expertise is underpinned by a Bachelor of Laws degree from Osgoode Hall Law School, where she focused on Human Rights and Labour & Employment law.
Memberships & Affiliations
Chantel takes exceptional pride in her Métis/Polish heritage and, along with her mother, was a founding member of the Métis Nation of Ontario. At law school, she was a founding member and Vice President of the Osgoode Indigenous Students’ Association.
Her commitment to community service continues as the past Vice Chair of the Corporate Board of Directors for the Reach Out Centre for Kids (ROCK), and was formerly an Appointed Public Member of the College of Naturopaths of Ontario.
Interviews & Media
2022
- Employment lawyer Chantel Goldsmith on NDAs and the Hockey Canada assault investigation – 640 Toronto
- The legal costs of firing unvaccinated city employees in Hamilton – 900 CHML
- Employment lawyer on firing 440 unvaccinated workers in Hamilton – Hamilton Spectator
- Chantel Goldsmith, employment lawyer, on anti-replacement worker laws – Canadian Press
- Employment lawyer on wrongful dismissals and challenging vaccine requirements – SHRM
2021
- Employment lawyer on returning to the office safely amidst rise in COVID-19 cases – Benefits Canada
- Employment lawyer on terminations for unvaccinated Toronto workers – 640 Toronto
- Employment lawyer on Air Canada’s vaccine policy – Canadian Press
- Work refusals in Hamilton due to COVID-19 – Hamilton Spectator
- Former hospital CEO receives major severance package – 640 Toronto
2020
2019
- McDonald’s CEO resigns over consensual employee relationship – 640 Toronto
- Restaurants still ask job seekers to work unpaid trial shifts – 640 Toronto
2018
- Bullying on Job Witnessed by Half of Canadians – 680 News
- Half of Canadians experience bullying on the job – Global News
- Man ‘terrified’ after learning old boss threatened to kill him in text – CBC News
- How ‘right to disconnect’ affects Canadian businesses’ productivity – BNN
- Rights tribunal slams Imperial Oil for cancelling job offer to engineer – 640 Toronto
- Cutting Off Workers from Benefits at 65 Unconstitutional, Tribunal Rules – 900 CHML
- Did human rights tribunal get it right in decision on ending benefits at 65? – Benefits Canada
- Is It Okay to Tattle on Your Fellow Employees? – CBC News
- Air Canada Faces Complaints Over Sexual Harassment and Discrimination – CBC News
2017
- Are You Allowed to Kiss at a Company Holiday Party? – 900 CHML
- Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Underreported – 900 CHML
- Ontario Bill Would Ban Mandatory High Heels – CTV News
- Sears Canada Throws in The Towel – 580 CFRA
- CBS Executive Fired For Cause Over Las Vegas Comment – Corus Radio
- Fired for Being a White Supremacist – 610 CKTB
- An Employee’s Rights When a Company Falls – 770 CHQR
- Arbitrator highlights role of disability management process in ruling – Benefits Canada
Articles & Blogs
2023
- Employer changed your job description in ON? 3-5 things you must do – Global News
2022
- No right to unvested stock, failed to read employment contract: Court of Appeal
- Severance pay for C-suite employees and executives
2021
2020
- Instituting telework agreements during the COVID-19 pandemic
- Your Right to Refuse Unsafe Work During the Coronavirus Outbreak
2018
- Workplace Bullying: Employers Are Making Expensive Mistakes
- Right to Disconnect: Coming to Canada?
- Benefits Cut at Age 65 Violates Charter Rights: Tribunal
2017
Initiatives
Presentations
Transitioning to Self-employment WWH Financial Group Panel
On Sep. 22, 2023, Ontario employment lawyer and Partner Chantel Goldsmith at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP participated in a webinar concerning business owners and employers and how to best prepare for success. The webinar was hosted by WWH Financial Group.
Digital Imaging Association Seminar
In 2020, the Digital Imaging Association (DIA) hosted a panel of three leading specialists in their fields to answer questions and help everyone better understand how they can manage their work and businesses through these unprecedented challenges. Chantel joined the DIA panel to provide vital information for both employees and employers as well as answer questions from attendees.
More from Chantel Goldsmith
Discover more about your employment rights with additional resources from partner Chantel Goldsmith.Blog
Sexual Harassment at Work: Common in Canada
sexual harassment at work is more common than you realize. An Ontario employment lawyer explains how the law works to protect you.
Blog
Benefits Cut at Age 65 Violates Charter Rights: Tribunal
An employer’s ability to legally cut off group health, dental and life insurance benefits for employees once they reach the age of…
In The News
Corus – CBS Executive Fired For Cause Over Las Vegas Comment
Did a CBS Executive's online comments about the Las Vegas Shooting justify her termination for cause? Partner Chantel Goldsmith explains how for…
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