UPDATE: Since recording this Webinar on June 9, 2021 he law has continued to grow. Some legal principles may be further calrified by recent government legislation, regulations, and case law. For the most up-to-date state of the law please see our most recent Webinars and Broadcasts, including Episode 25:
https://soundcloud.com/ccpartners/episode-25-vax-to-the-future-are-covid-19-vaccination-workplace-policies-the-new-normal 

CCPartners is proud to represent and advise employers operating in the construction industry, and we recognize the uncertainty you are all currently facing. You all have questions about what happens next as we move toward reopening the economy. 
In this hour-long webinar presentation, “Re-Opening Ontario (AGAIN) Vaccination Policies, Return to Work and Everything Else you need to know!” Jay, Mike, and Cristina give information and answer questions related to returning to work and vaccination policies. The topics of focus include the following:

•Ontario’s Three-Step Reopening Plan
•Ontario’s Temporary Paid Sick Leave Program 
•Effectively Managing a Return to In-Office Work
•Refusals to Attend at the Workplace
•COVID-19 Testing Practices
•Vaccine Policies

Episode 23: Return to Work(AGAIN) In the Construction Industry

As employers attempt to navigate the fourth wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, there are more questions than answers when it comes to managing vaccination in the workplace. The team at CCPartners is pleased to announce our latest free webinar. Join us for a free flowing discussion and live question and answer session related to Human Resources and Labour Relations issues that employers should be considering with respect to implementing and enforcing vaccination policies.

For more information visit us online at www.ccpartners.ca.  Subscribe to our podcasts and webinars, and our award-winning weekly blog, "The Employers' Edge".

Recorded September 2, 2021

Episode 25 - Vax to the Future: Are COVID-19 Vaccination Workplace Policies the New Normal?

Join the Lawyers for Employers from CCPartners LLP as they answer your questions about workplace COVID-19 vaccine policies!  This Q&A session followed our Episode 25 FREE WEBINAR.  For the full presentation, watch the FREE WEBINAR (or download the podcast) at www.ccpartners.ca/broadcasts.

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Q&A Episode 25 - Vax to the Future: Are COVID-19 Vaccination Workplace Policies the New Normal?

As childcare centres attempt to navigate the fourth wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, there are more questions than answers when it comes to managing vaccination in the workplace. The team at CCPartners is pleased to announce our latest free webinar to help the childcare sector.

Episode 24 - Vax to the Future: Are Vaccination Policies the New Normal? - Childcare Centres

Join the Lawyers for Employers from CCPartners LLP as they answer your questions about workplace COVID-19 vaccine policies in the childcare sector!  This Q&A session followed our Episode 24 FREE WEBINAR.  For the full presentation, watch the FREE WEBINAR (or download the podcast) at www.ccpartners.ca/broadcasts.

Q & A Episode 24 - Vax to the Future: Are Vaccination Policies the New Normal? - Childcare Centres

Join the lawyers for employers, Mike McLellan and Kelsey Orth, from CCPartners LLP as they present a LIVE seminar to members of the Barrie Construction Association on COVID-19 mandatory vaccination policies in the construction industry.  Recorded on November 17, 2021, this episode assists construction industry employers by giving them a better understanding of vaccination policies and how to handle issues that arise after implementing a vaccination policy in their own workplace. We also review four recent labour law decisions relating to COVID-19 workplace requirements, and how the decisions give employers guidance going forward.

Episode 26 - LIVE PODCAST COVID-19 Vaccination Policies in the Construction Industry

After a recent declaration from the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health regarding new vaccination instructions, there remain more questions than answers for childcare when it comes to managing vaccinations in the workplace. The team at CCPartners is pleased to share our latest free webinar, exclusively for the Childcare sector. Join us for a free-flowing discussion and live question and answer session.  Kelsey Orth, Arjun Dhir and Brandon Loehle will discuss various topics related to workplace vaccination issues such as:

•Updated instructions from the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health;
•Updating your vaccination policies and aligning them with public health guidelines; and
•Reimbursements from the employer by the Employment Standards Act (ESA) and with respect to the Workplace Safety Insurance Board (WSIB)

For more information visit us online at www.ccpartners.ca. Subscribe to our podcasts and webinars, and our award-winning weekly blog, "The Employers' Edge".

Episode 27: Developments in Vaccination Policy Guidelines and Requirements in the Childcare Sector

Join the Lawyers for Employers from CCPartners LLP as they answer your questions about workplace COVID-19 vaccine policies! This Q&A session followed our Episode 27 FREE WEBINAR. For the full presentation, watch the FREE WEBINAR (or download the podcast) at www.ccpartners.ca/broadcasts.

Q&A Episode 27: Developments in Vaccination Policy Guidelines & Requirements in the Childcare Sector

The triennial "Open Period" in Ontario's construction industry runs from March 1 until April 30, 2022. During the Open Period, employees can apply to terminate their Unions' bargaining rights, shedding their collective agreements. Or, rival Unions can apply to displace incumbents, and create new collective bargaining relationships.

Listen to the insights from CCPartners own Jay Rider, Mike MacLellan, and Brandon Loehle for a FREE WEBINAR outlining the law and best practices for Employers to navigate this Open Period.

Topics of interest will include:
1. Union Raiding (Displacement)
2. Employee Decertification (Termination of Bargaining Rights)
3. Employers' Roles in Responding to or Intervening in Applications
4. DO'S AND DON'TS FOR EMPLOYERS DURING THE OPEN PERIOD

Episode 28 - Construction Industry Alert: Labour Relations During the 2022 Open Period

Join the Lawyers for Employers from CCPartners LLP as they answer your questions about workplace COVID-19 vaccine policies! This Q&A session followed our Episode 28 FREE WEBINAR. For the full presentation, watch the FREE WEBINAR (or download the podcast) at www.ccpartners.ca/broadcasts.

Q+A Episode 28 - The Construction Open Period

Welcome to the long-awaited first ever Lawyers for Employers podcast!

In this episode, Mike MacLellan talks to Susan Crawford and David Chondon about our firm, our practice, and common issues facing employers.

3:00 - What is Labour and Employment Law?
3:55 - What kind of business needs a labour and employment lawyer, and when should a business seek advice?
8:15 - Common issues in Employment Law: Wrongful Dismissal, Contracts.
10:36 - Common issues in Labour Law: Unionization, Collective Bargaining.
13:05 - Hot Button Issues: Workplace Harassment, Family Status and Mental Health.
18:29 - What do our clients like about CCPartners?

Nothing in this podcast constitutes legal advice.

Episode 1: Welcome to the Lawyers for Employers Podcast by CCPartners!

The law in Ontario requires that employers exercise reasonable diligence in preventing workplace harassment, including workplace sexual harassment.  But did you know that this responsibility extends to Holiday Parties?

Once again, CCPartners has hints and tips for employers to consider to give you the best chance at having a fun and stress-free holiday party.

Be sure to see our full blog at: http://ow.ly/GJsB30h4XR1

And if you have questions, we've got answers.  Tweet us @CCPartnersLaw using the hashtag #ASKCCPARTNERS.

Nothing in this podcast constitutes legal advice.

****Correction.  Bill 168 amended the Occupational Health and Safety Act.****

Episode 3: Ho! Ho! Hoping to Stay out of Trouble at the Company Holiday Party?

Workplace investigations are a vital tool for employers when faced with complaints of workplace harassment. A recent case regarding terminating an employee for engaging in harassment also highlights the importance of conducting proper investigations.

Be sure to see our full blog at: http://ccpartners.ca/blog/details/the-employers-edge/2017/12/14/to-the-surprise-of-no-one-using-vulgarity-against-a-co-worker-even-one-time-was-one-time-too-many

And if you have questions, we've got answers. Tweet us @CCPartnersLaw using the hashtag #ASKCCPARTNERS.

Nothing in this podcast constitutes legal advice.

Episode 4: The Importance Of Workplace Investigations

If you are an employer, you may not have the rights and freedoms you assume.  The provisions of the Employment Standards Act do not necessarily apply to you.  How do you know your rights and obligations for sure?  Put them in a written contract.  In this episode, Mike MacLellan is joined by Kelsey Orth and Brian Silva to discuss how to make an enforceable employment contract.  See why a contract can be every employer's best friend.  Topics covered include:
1.   What terms are implied in employment contracts? (2:00)
2.  What obligations do employers have at common law if they terminate an employee without a written contract? (5:08)
3.  How can employers limit their obligations to provide pay in lieu of notice, or bonuses, to terminated employees? (8:37)
4.  How can employers make sure employment contracts are enforceable? (9:50)
5.  Can employers put existing employees on new contracts?  What is "constructive dismissal"? (10:57)
6.  Final Thoughts - Important takeaways and what to keep in mind. (13:18)

Find us online:
www.ccpartners.ca
www.ccpartners.ca/blog
www.ccpartners.ca/podcasts

Episode 5: Employment Contracts aka Every Employer's Best Friend

Listen to Angela Wiggins and Brian Silva explain the law as it relates to non-solicitation and non-competition clauses in employment agreements. Topics include: 

0:00 to 2:20 Introduction
2:20 to 3:12 Discussion of Employment Agreements
3:12 to 5:10 Discussion of types of restrictive covenants
5:10 to 7:09 Assessing the Value of Enforceability
7:09 to 11:57 Factors Used by Courts to Assess Clauses
11:57 to 12:50 Remedies for a Breach
12:50 to end - conclusion/summary

This podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute legal advice.  Read Angela's blog on restrictive covenants titled "NON-COMPETE CLAUSES – AN OFTEN USED BUT RARELY EFFECTIVE TOOL" here: http://ccpartners.ca/blog/details/the-employers-edge/2018/02/01/non-compete-clauses-an-often-used-but-rarely-effective-tool

Browse CCPartners' Employers Edge Blog online at www.ccpartners.ca/blog 

Find us on Twitter @CCPartnerslaw and ask your questions using #ASKCCPARTNERS

Episode 7: To Restrict or Not to Restrict: An Overview of Non-Solicit and Non-Competition Agreements

On April 1, 2018 provisions from Bill 148 Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, 2017 , respecting Equal Pay for Equal Work take amend the Employment Standards Act.

Listen to Kelsey Orth explain what these changes mean for employers in Ontario.

Episode 8 - All Things Being Equal: a Review of the Equal Pay for Equal Work Provisions of the ESA

Recreational marijuana will be legal in Canada as of October 17, 2018.  This has been a hot topic for employers for a long time.  In this episode of the Lawyers For Employers POTcast, Kelsey Orth and Mike MacLellan discuss the expected impact this law will have on workplace issues.  Topics include:

-	What does legalization of marijuana mean for Employers and their Drug and Alcohol Policies? (1:36)
-	Review of recent Court and other Adjudication decisions regarding marijuana in the Workplace. (3:25)
-	The State of the Law on Drug Testing Employees. (6:55)
-	Will Employers be able to Discipline Employees for drug use anymore? (13:42)

For further information, read the Employers’ Edge Blog on our website, including the articles mentioned in this podcast:
-	Drug Testing in the Workplace: http://ow.ly/pa5j30kIbxq
-	Refusing to Assign Employee for Work due to Cannabis Prescription: http://ow.ly/2dMD30kIbAF
-	Human Rights Tribunal upholds termination of employee for smoking marijuana at work: http://ow.ly/rAZ430kIbFo
-	Arbitrator upholds termination of two janitors who lied about drug use at work: http://ow.ly/lAH830kIbIw

This podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute legal advice. 

Find us on Twitter @CCPartnerslaw and ask your questions using #ASKCCPARTNERS

Episode 9: POTcast - Tips for Employers when Dealing with Legalized Marijuana in the Workplace

The Ford government’s newly passed Making Ontario Open for Business Act repeals a substantial number of amendments made by Bill 148, the Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, 2017. The repeal of Bill 148 was supported by employers province-wide, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, and us here at CCPartners.

The new legislation is good news for employers as many of the most onerous provisions of Bill 148 have been repealed, including the Personal Emergency Leave reforms, minimum wage increases, and the scheduling provisions previously set to come into force on January 1, 2019.

Listen to Susan Crawford and Mike MacLellan explain what these changes mean for employers in Ontario.

Nothing in this podcast constitutes legal advice.

2:00 - What was the effect of Bill 148? Is Bill 47 good or bad news for employers?
3:00 - What are the changes to the Employment Standards Act, 2000?
4:30 - What are the changed to the Labour Relations Act, 1995?
7:00 - How should employers respond to these changes?

Don't forget to read our comprehensive summary on the recent changes at: http://www.ccpartners.ca/blog/the-employers-edge/2018/11/01/bill-148-and-bill-47-understanding-the-changing-landscape-of-labour-and-employment-law-in-ontario

Episode 10: Bill 148 & Bill 47 Understanding the Changes to Labour and Employment Law in Ontario

CCPartners is proud to represent and advise a number of employers operating in the child care sector.  In this episode, Kelsey, Mike, Charles, and Cristina give information and answer questions related to closures resulting from COVID-19, benefits for workers, and the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy.

A future seminar will be needed to address recent changes.

This video does not constitute legal advice.  Specific questions should be addressed to your labour and employment lawyer.

Read our award-winning Employers' Edge blogs at www.ccpartners.ca/blog and go to www.youtube.com/channel/UCqbWVDQEukX_4KtnHG6PG1w to subscribe to the Lawyers For Employers YouTube channel.

Episode 12: COVID-19 Implications for Daycare Operators in Ontario

CCPartners is proud to present a FREE webinar along with MNP, a leading national accounting, tax and business consulting firm in Canada. In this webinar, we jointly bring employers an up-to-date expert overview of the issues and legislation impacting workplaces during this unprecedented pandemic. Navigating the various federal and provincial programs available to provide financial assistance, understanding employer obligations during the state of emergency and responding to the ever-increasing struggle to continue operating as the economy continues to falter are explored throughout this webinar.
 
Moderated by CCPartners’ Kelsey Orth, hear from expert workplace law counsel Susan Crawford and Mike MacLellan, as well as Jacob Angemeer CPA, CA, a tax specialist with MNP as they discuss the key issues employers are facing during these uncertain times.
 
Topics include:
- Available Leaves of Absence for Workers
- Responding to COVID-19 Workplace Issues
- A Comprehensive Review of Government Support Programs

CCPartners' lawyers for employers are currently working remotely, but are able to assist our existing and new clients. Visit www.ccpartners.ca for more information.
 
Visit MNP’s COVID-19 Business Advice Centre at www.mnp.ca/COVID-19 for information and practical insights to help organizations navigate uncertainty and be resilient.
 
Read our award-winning Employers' Edge blogs at www.ccpartners.ca/blog and go to www.ccpartners.ca/podcasts to listen and to download the Lawyers For Employers podcast.

Episode 14: Navigating Your Workplace During COVID-19 - One Month Later

In this episode, Mike, Jay, and Cristina give information and answer questions related to COVID-19. 

Topics include:
-	Which construction industry workplaces have been deemed “essential” and/or have been authorized by the provincial government to resume business?
-	How will you recall your employees to work, and what will you do if they refuse?
-	How will resuming business affect your company’s Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy entitlement, and your employees' CERB entitlements?
-	What are your on-site Health & Safety obligations upon re-opening?
-	How are the Courts and Ontario Labour Relations Board operating during the pandemic?

This video does not constitute legal advice. Specific questions should be addressed to your labour and employment lawyer.
Read our award-winning Employers' Edge blogs at www.ccpartners.ca/blog and go to www.youtube.com/channel/UCqbWVDQEukX_4KtnHG6PG1w to subscribe to the Lawyers For Employers YouTube channel.

Episode 15 - Conducting Business in the Construction Industry During and After COVID-19

The lawyers from CCPartners LLP fielded questions and provided answers live after our FREE Webinar on the impacts of COVID-19 on the construction industry and what to expect next.

Topics included: 
- Employee recalls and reinstatement
- Health and Safety
- Government Benefit Programs like CERB and CEWS
- WSIB

Episode 15A - Q&A: Conducting Business in the Construction Industry During and After Covid-19

The Audio version of a Webinar presented on May 14, 2020.

In this episode, Kelsey, Charles, and Susan give information and answer questions related to COVID-19. 
Topics include:
-	“essential” businesses during COVID-19
-	Health and safety considerations and best practices when re-opening
-	Recalling employees and dealing with refusals
-	Employer lessons learned from the first wave of COVID-19
-	The current statys of employment and labour relations adjudication

This video does not constitute legal advice. Specific questions should be addressed to your labour and employment lawyer.
Read our award-winning Employers' Edge blogs at www.ccpartners.ca/blog and go to www.youtube.com/channel/UCqbWVDQEukX_4KtnHG6PG1w to subscribe to the Lawyers For Employers YouTube channel.

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Episode 16: Conducting Business in Canada During and After COVID-19

The lawyers from CCPartners LLP fielded questions and provided answers live after our FREE Webinar on the impacts of COVID-19  and what to expect next.

Topics include:
-	“essential” businesses during COVID-19
-	Health and safety considerations and best practices when re-opening
-	Recalling employees and dealing with refusals
-	Employer lessons learned from the first wave of COVID-19
-	The current statys of employment and labour relations adjudication

This video does not constitute legal advice. Specific questions should be addressed to your labour and employment lawyer.
Read our award-winning Employers' Edge blogs at www.ccpartners.ca/blog and go to www.youtube.com/channel/UCqbWVDQEukX_4KtnHG6PG1w to subscribe to the Lawyers For Employers YouTube channel.

Episode 16A - Q&A: Conducting Business in Canada During and After COVID-19

In this episode, Kelsey, Cristina, Mike and Rob give information and answer questions related to COVID-19. 
Topics include:
-	Recent developments with COVID-19 and how it impacts Ontario workplaces
-	The impact of Regulation 288/20 of Ontario’s ESA
-	Termination and layoffs during COVID-19
-	Update on WSIB

This video does not constitute legal advice. Specific questions should be addressed to your labour and employment lawyer.
Read our award-winning Employers' Edge blogs at www.ccpartners.ca/blog and go to www.youtube.com/channel/UCqbWVDQEukX_4KtnHG6PG1w to subscribe to the Lawyers For Employers YouTube channel.

Episode 17:  Going Forward Under COVID-19: Impact of ESA Reg 288 and WSIB Update

The lawyers from CCPartners LLP fielded questions and provided answers live after our FREE Webinar on the impacts of COVID-19 in the workplace and what to expect next.

Topics include:
-	Recent developments with COVID-19 and how it impacts Ontario workplaces
-	The impact of Regulation 288/20 of Ontario’s ESA
-	Termination and layoffs during COVID-19
-	Update on WSIB

This video does not constitute legal advice. Specific questions should be addressed to your labour and employment lawyer.
Read our award-winning Employers' Edge blogs at www.ccpartners.ca/blog and go to www.youtube.com/channel/UCqbWVDQEukX_4KtnHG6PG1w to subscribe to the Lawyers For Employers YouTube channel.

Episode 17A: Q&A COVID-19 - Impact of Reg 288/20 on Temp Layoffs and Terminations

June 10, 2020 Webinar for Childcare Operators.
In this episode, Rob, Kelsey, Charles and Cristina give information and answer questions related to COVID-19. They are joined by Amy O’Neal, the Co-chair of the Toronto Coalition for Better Child Care
Topics include:
-	Recent developments with COVID-19 and how it impacts Ontario workplaces
-	The impact of Regulation 288/20 of Ontario’s ESA
-	Termination and layoffs during COVID-19
-	Re-opening of Childcare centers

This video does not constitute legal advice. Specific questions should be addressed to your labour and employment lawyer.
Read our award-winning Employers' Edge blogs at www.ccpartners.ca/blog and go to www.youtube.com/channel/UCqbWVDQEukX_4KtnHG6PG1w to subscribe to the Lawyers For Employers YouTube channel.

Episode 18: COVID-19 Childcare Re-Opening and Impact of Reg 288/20 of the ESA

The lawyers from CCPartners LLP fielded questions and provided answers live after our FREE Webinar on the impacts of COVID-19 on the childcare workers and what to expect next.

Topics include:
-	Recent developments with COVID-19 and how it impacts Ontario workplaces
-	The impact of Regulation 288/20 of Ontario’s ESA
-	Termination and layoffs during COVID-19
-	Re-opening of Childcare centers

This video does not constitute legal advice. Specific questions should be addressed to your labour and employment lawyer.
Read our award-winning Employers' Edge blogs at www.ccpartners.ca/blog and go to www.youtube.com/channel/UCqbWVDQEukX_4KtnHG6PG1w to subscribe to the Lawyers For Employers YouTube channel.

Episode 18A: Q&A COVID-19 Childcare Re-Opening and Impact of Reg 288/20 of Ontario's ESA

Our free-flowing discussion on July 15, 2020 covered the issues child care operators in Ontario are grappling with as they plan, and start, to reopen.  Among the topics discussed:
-Accommodation 
-Leaves of Absence
-Health and Safety Considerations
-Ongoing Funding Concerns

Episode 19: Childcare Re-opening - How is this Gonna Work?

CCPartners is proud to represent and advise a number of employers operating in the child care sector. In this episode, Mike, Kelsey, Cristina and Charles give information and answer questions related to COVID-19.

Topics include:
- extension of the Deemed Infectious Disease Emergency Leave;
- masking requirements and practices;
- refusals to return to work;
- absences; and
- managing accommodations and medical information.

This video does not constitute legal advice. Specific questions should be addressed to your labour and employment lawyer.

Read our award-winning Employers' Edge blogs at: www.ccpartners.ca/blog and go to www.youtube.com/channel/UCqbWVDQEukX_4KtnHG6PG1w to subscribe to the Lawyers For Employers YouTube channel.

Episode 21 - Child Care Reopening During COVID-19: Back to School Special - the Childcare Sector

The lawyers from CCPartners LLP fielded questions and provided answers live after our FREE Webinar on the impacts of COVID-19 on the childcare workers and what to expect next.

Topics included:
-	the extension of the Deemed Infectious Disease Emergency Leave
-	masking requirements and practices
-	refusals to return to work
-	absences
-	managing accommodations and medical information.

Episode 21A – Q&A: Child Care Reopening During COVID-19: Back to School Special - Childcare Sector

In this episode, Mike, Kelsey, and Arjun give information and answer questions related to COVID-19. 

Topics include:
- the extension of the Deemed Infectious Disease Emergency Leave;
- masking requirements and practices;
- refusals to return to work;
- absences; and
- managing accommodations and medical information.

This video does not constitute legal advice. Specific questions should be addressed to your labour and employment lawyer.

Read our award-winning Employers' Edge blogs at www.ccpartners.ca/blog and go to www.youtube.com/channel/UCqbWVDQEukX_4KtnHG6PG1w to subscribe to the Lawyers For Employers YouTube channel.

Episode 20 - Workplace Reopening During COVID-19: Back to School Special

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