Lie detector tests, also known as polygraph tests, are not allowed in Ontario according to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA). An employer or anyone acting on behalf of an employer is prohibited from requiring, requesting, enabling, or influencing an…
5 Laws Employers Need to Know About Overtime Pay in Ontario
Overtime pay is a common workplace issue that employers need to be aware of. In Ontario, there are several laws and regulations governing overtime pay that employers must follow to ensure compliance and avoid potential legal issues. In this blog…
10 Tips For Writing Your Disconnecting from Work Policy in Ontario
As of December 2, 2021, employers in Ontario with 25 or more employees are required to have a written policy on disconnecting from work. This means that employees should not be expected to engage in work-related communications, such as emails…
7 Facts About Written Policies on Electronic Monitoring of Employees in Ontario
Ontario employers who employ 25 or more employees on January 1 of any year are required to have a written policy on the electronic monitoring of employees. The policy must include a description of how and in what circumstances the…
10 Laws to Follow for Pregnancy and Parental Leave in Ontario
As an employer in Ontario, it is important to understand the laws surrounding pregnancy and parental leave. These laws protect the rights of employees who are expecting or have recently given birth, and provide them with the time and support…
9 Items Every Employer in Ontario Needs to Know About Paying Employees
Employers in Ontario need to be aware of the rules regarding payment of wages to their employees. These rules are outlined in the Ontario Employment Standards Act and include requirements for establishing regular pay periods and pay days, payment of…
10 Tips for Handling Ministry of Labour (MLITSD) Inspections in Ontario
As an employer in Ontario, it’s important to be prepared for a Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) inspection at your workplace. These inspections are meant to ensure that workplaces are following Ontario’s health and safety laws,…
Understanding the ROI of Health and Safety
Imagine an investment that protects people’s lives and provides a return of 114%. It might sound too good to be true, but a recent study of employers in Ontario estimates that the average financial return among large Ontario employees in…
A Step-By-Step Guide to Managing Workplace Accidents and Incidents
While the main goal of every health and safety program is to prevent injuries and accidents, the unfortunate reality is that they still happen in many workplaces. In the first half of 2023 alone, Ontario’s Workplace Safety Insurance Board (WSIB)…