Minken Employment Lawyers

Minken Employment Lawyers Minken Employment Lawyers advise Employees and Employers on a full range of Canadian workplace issues

Minken Employment Lawyers (Est. 1990) is a specialty employment law boutique that provides expert legal services on a full range of workplace issues to executive employees, employers, law firms, corporate counsel and human resource departments in a variety of industries. Our specialized knowledge of the laws governing employment relationships, experience in dispute resolution and mediation allow u

s to bring a unique and valuable perspective to the table. Through over 35 years of experience, we have gained a thorough understanding of the underlying motivations, thought patterns, aims and strategies often at play in employment law matters. This expertise is one of the reasons we continue to develop insightful, comprehensive and practical strategies for winning client cases, regardless of which side we represent. Some of our areas of expertise include providing guidance, advice and representation with respect to the Hiring Process (Employment Contracts, Executive Contracts and Agreements, Independent Contractor Agreements); Employment and Workplace Policies; Rights and Obligations of Employees and Employers; Employment Terminations (strategic advice regarding Terminations, Wrongful Dismissal, Constructive Dismissal, Cause Terminations, Temporary Lay-offs, creation and review of Severance Packages and structuring etc.); Human Rights in the Workplace; Harassment and Discrimination in the Workplace; Employment Standards and other legislation compliance.

In today's global economy, international companies are looking to tap into the Canadian market or deploy their talent in...
06/18/2026

In today's global economy, international companies are looking to tap into the Canadian market or deploy their talent in Canada.

Minken Employment Lawyers (Est. 1990) provides companies worldwide with invaluable expertise in Canadian employment law. Ensuring your operations in Canada run smoothly, legally, and successfully.

Count on us as your trusted partners for navigating the intricacies of Canadian employment regulations. Schedule a consultation to get started at 905-477-7011 or [email protected]

Minken Employment Lawyers (Est. 1990) is proud to support the 2026 ACCE Golf Classic as the Golf Cart Sponsor.We look fo...
06/17/2026

Minken Employment Lawyers (Est. 1990) is proud to support the 2026 ACCE Golf Classic as the Golf Cart Sponsor.

We look forward to joining fellow business leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals for a great day of networking, conversation, and community connection at Angus Glen Golf Club on June 24, 2026.

Thank you to the Association of Chinese Canadian Entrepreneurs (ACCE) for organizing another exciting event. We are honoured to continue supporting initiatives that bring together the business community across the GTA.

📍 Angus Glen Golf Club
📅 June 24, 2026
For More Info: https://www.acce.ca/new/2026-acce-golf-classic/

Employment law compliance is becoming more complex for Ontario employers, especially owner-operators managing daily busi...
06/16/2026

Employment law compliance is becoming more complex for Ontario employers, especially owner-operators managing daily business demands alongside workplace obligations.

Employment agreements, policies, terminations, accommodations, and Ministry of Labour compliance all require proactive attention to reduce legal risk before issues arise.

Minken Employment Lawyers (Est. 1990) works with employers to provide practical, strategic workplace advice tailored to their business needs.

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This decision sheds light on the fact that workplace privacy obligations do not disappear simply because health and safe...
06/15/2026

This decision sheds light on the fact that workplace privacy obligations do not disappear simply because health and safety concerns are raised.

Employers should ensure that:
• Workplace drug and alcohol policies are clearly drafted
• Policies are applied consistently
• Collection of employee personal information is reasonable and necessary
• Less intrusive measures are considered where appropriate
• Workplace search and privacy policies are regularly reviewed and updated

The case also highlights that inconsistencies between workplace policies and actual practices can create significant legal risk.

Minken Employment Lawyers (Est. 1990) regularly advises employers on workplace privacy, employment policies, workplace investigations, and compliance with evolving employment law obligations.

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Nexus Solutions Inc. v. Krougly is an important reminder for employers to ensure employment agreements, confidentiality ...
06/12/2026

Nexus Solutions Inc. v. Krougly is an important reminder for employers to ensure employment agreements, confidentiality provisions, and intellectual property clauses are clearly drafted and regularly reviewed.

Clear documentation and proactive legal planning remain critical to protecting business interests and reducing workplace legal risk.

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This shift follows recommendations from the Canadian Medical Association, which has urged governments to restrict medica...
06/10/2026

This shift follows recommendations from the Canadian Medical Association, which has urged governments to restrict medical note requirements for minor illnesses, citing the strain on the healthcare system and the unnecessary administrative burdens.

📍 What’s Changing?
Provinces like Ontario, Nova Scotia, Québec, and Newfoundland have now prohibited or restricted medical note requests for short-term absences. In most cases, employers can no longer require a doctor’s note unless the absence exceeds a few days or occurs more than once in a year.

📌 What Employers Need to Know:
✔️ Review your absence management policies
✔️ Consider self-declaration forms or return-to-work interviews
✔️ Offer flexible sick leave or personal days where possible

Even if your province hasn’t implemented these changes yet, this national trend signals a shift in how short-term absences are handled.

Need guidance on adjusting your workplace policies?
📞 Contact Minken Employment Lawyers (Est. 1990) at 905-477-7011 or 📧 [email protected].

Terminating a long-serving executive is rarely straightforward. Severance is not based solely on time in one role; court...
06/08/2026

Terminating a long-serving executive is rarely straightforward. Severance is not based solely on time in one role; courts also consider total service, market conditions, and re-employability when assessing wrongful dismissal damages.

What Employers Need to Know:
🔹 Poor performance ≠ less severance – Unless an employee’s conduct justifies termination for cause, they are still entitled to full severance.
🔹 Only the final role matters – If an employee was promoted shortly before dismissal, severance is based on their most recent job, not previous junior positions.
🔹 Inducement matters – If an employee was recruited away from a previous job, courts may extend their severance entitlement, even after years in their new role.
🔹 Severance is about re-employability – The more senior the position, the longer it typically takes to find comparable work, meaning higher severance awards.

Navigating severance negotiations? Employers need to tread carefully to avoid costly wrongful dismissal claims. Minken Employment Lawyers (Est. 1990) can help. Call 📞 905-477-7011 or visit minkenemploymentlawyers.com for expert guidance.

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06/05/2026

Stay Informed. Stay Protected.

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Under Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), employers have a duty to protect not only the physical but al...
06/04/2026

Under Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), employers have a duty to protect not only the physical but also the psychological safety of their employees.

Harassment, burnout, and toxic workplace dynamics can carry serious legal consequences.

📣 This , we’re reminding employers to prioritize healthy, respectful, and compliant work environments, because prevention isn’t just good practice, it’s the law.

Have questions about your legal obligations around workplace mental health?
Contact Minken Employment Lawyers (Est. 1990) at 905-477-7011 or [email protected] for guidance.

In Warren v. Canaccord Genuity Corp., the Court focused not on historical averages, but on what comparable employees ear...
06/02/2026

In Warren v. Canaccord Genuity Corp., the Court focused not on historical averages, but on what comparable employees earned during the employee’s 21-month notice period amid a major market surge.

The decision is an important reminder that:
• Courts may look at the broader compensation context
• Replacement employee earnings may become relevant evidence
• Bonus plan wording can significantly impact damage exposure

For employers with bonus-heavy or performance-based compensation structures, careful drafting and review of bonus plans remains critical.

Special thanks to our articling student Rana Aly for contributing to this update.

Minken Employment Lawyers (Est. 1990)

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