Tag: contractors

Ontario labor and employment laws to undergo significant amendments

By Sophie Arseneault and Christian Paquette Jun 13, 2017 Northern Exposure

Updated: Jun 13, 2017

by Sophie Arseneault and Christian Paquette In Canada’s most populous province, labor and employment matters are governed by two fundamental statutes: the Employment Standards Act (ESA) and the Ontario Labour Relations Act (LRA). The ESA sets out minimum rights and obligations of employers and employees in the province. The LRA governs a host of matters […]

HR’s balancing act: tips for mixing agile and traditional workers

By Tammy Binford Jan 13, 2017 HR Hero Line

Updated: Jan 7, 2018

Feeling agile? Crystal ball gazers are predicting more employers soon will answer that question with a robust “yes.” According to a new study from staffing firm Randstad US, both employers and employees see the world of work turning to “agile” work—scenarios in which traditional full-time permanent workers increasingly share duties with contractors, consultants, temporary, and […]