Ontario Provincial Election 2025: A Guide for Employers and Employees
The Ontario provincial election is scheduled for February 27, 2025. With the election quickly approaching, it’s important for both employers and employees to understand their rights and obligations when it comes to voting and participating in the electoral process. In this post, we’ll cover what you need to know. Employee Rights on Election Day By […]
The Blueprint for Building High-Performing Teams: A Sustainable Approach to Business Excellence
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the ability to assemble and maintain high-performing teams is more than a competitive advantage; it’s a necessity for sustainability and long-term success. High-performing teams are the engines that drive innovation, productivity, and ultimately, organizational growth. They embody a synergy where the collective output is greater than the sum of […]
The Birkman Method: Catalyzing High-Performance Teams and Cultures
In today’s fast-paced and complex business environment, cultivating high-performing teams and a culture that supports sustained success is paramount. Organizations continually seek effective tools and methodologies to understand, develop, and leverage their human capital. One such powerful tool that has gained acclaim for its depth and effectiveness is the Birkman Method. The Birkman Method is […]
Solar Eclipse on April 8th, 2024 and HR
Safety Measures for You! & Its Implications on HR Viewing the Sun directly, especially during a solar eclipse, can cause serious eye damage due to the intense visible and invisible radiation that the Sun emits. This damage can occur because the Sun’s radiation can burn the retinas in the eyes, leading to permanent damage or […]
Leadership Insights from My Recent Lecture for Korean CEOs in Toronto
This month, I had the pleasure of delivering a leadership lecture for Korean CEOs and industry professionals in Toronto, Ontario. The session was an enriching experience, focusing on building high-performing teams as a leader. The following are key messages from the lecture. The Role of a Leader in Building the Best Performing Team One fundamental […]
How Employers Can Avoid OHSA Charges from a Reliance on the Officially Induced Error (OIE): A Step-by-Step Guide!
The Officially Induced Error (OIE) defense is a seldom successful and often misunderstood legal argument that some employers may consider when facing charges under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA). The OIE defense posits that if an employer violates the OHSA based on erroneous advice from an official authority, they might avoid conviction. However, […]
Ontario’s Bill 190: Key Implications & Essential Insights for Employers in 2024
Introduction On May 6, 2024, the Government of Ontario introduced Bill 190, the Working for Workers Five Act, 2024. This landmark bill proposes substantial changes to the province’s labour laws, aiming to enhance worker protections and expand employment opportunities. As the latest in a series of legislative efforts, Bill 190 introduces several groundbreaking initiatives impacting […]
