FAQs for Employers – Frequently asked questions by employers needing more information on the impact, rules and best practices for addressing the global coronavirus outbreak. (Last Updated March 18, 2020).
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When workplace complaints arise, your first reaction can create legal risk. Ontario employers have a duty to investigate allegations of harassment, violence, discrimination, and misconduct in a fair and appropriate way. Learn why early decisions matter and when an independent workplace investigator may be the right choice.
Ontario employers with 25 or more employees must have a written electronic monitoring policy, even if no monitoring occurs. Learn what the ESA requires, where employers face legal risk, and how a clear, transparent policy can help balance compliance, privacy expectations, and business needs.
How far does an employer’s duty to accommodate really go? A recent HRTO decision confirms that the law requires reasonable accommodation, not perfect accommodation. This case offers practical guidance on accommodation requests, mental health disabilities, and why emotional discomfort alone may not establish discrimination.
