In a precedent-setting decision issued in 2017, Justice Vallee of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice ruled that an employee named Constable (Cst.) Merrifield was entitled to damages because he was harassed in the workplace by his superiors at the…
On November 21, 2018, the Progressive Conservative government passed and gave Royal Assent to Bill 47, the Making Ontario Open for Business Act, 2018 (“Bill 47”). This legislative change reversed many of the controversial laws introduced by Bill 148 in…
FREE Safety Culture Checklist Included! Safety culture isn’t something you can see. But, it is definitely something that affects your organization’s overall health. Safety culture is a broad concept that reflects the qualities of the organizational culture that affect safety…
Have you set your work-related resolutions yet? With 2019 just around the corner, now is the time to take a moment to reflect on the past year and establish where you want to be this time next year. Focusing on…
On October 17, 2018, the Canadian Government legalized cannabis for recreational use across Canada. Many Canadians celebrated what’s come to be called “National Cannabis Day.” HR professionals and employers whose organizations employ workers in safety-sensitive roles were likely less jubilant.…
There are many benefits to an effective Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) in the workplace. An active JHSC can: Increase safety culture in your workplace Enhance safety communication Provide a way to empower employees Ensure your organization remains compliant…
Sometimes, the course of our work includes client meetings. And, sometimes these meetings include alcoholic drinks. These are sometimes colloquially known as “liquid lunches.” because t is sometimes thought that only liquid gets consumed at these events. Despite the slang,…
When forming a JHSC in your workplace, the question of the “perfect” number of members is one that comes up time and time again. The quick and easy answer is, that the perfect number of JHSC members is the number…
Why Provide Training on Cannabis and the Workplace? Employers are legally obligated to keep workers safe from workplace hazards, including hazards resulting from impairment. To do this, employers need to provide training to address hazards associated with impairment as a…