If a historian were to ever wish, 30 or 40 years from now, to examine what kinds of cultural shifts and phenomena were taking place in 2017 Ontario workplace, human…
Canadian Employment Law Today: Employee Fired Before First Day of Work Awarded 6 weeks’ Notice
Associate David Master writes in Canadian Employment Law Today about a case where an employer changed its mind about a hire and had to pay 6 weeks’ notice in spite…
The Importance of the Offer to Settle
According to the Ministry of the Attorney General, in Ontario, over 90% of all lawsuits settle before trial, the terms of which are usually confidential. In employment law, this number…
Icelandic News: Natalie at Women Economic Forum
Natalie appears on Icelandic News to discuss the importance of addressing domestic abuse at the 2017 Women Economic Forum. Jump to 4:22 for her appearance. Watch the video.
Globe & Mail: I’m part-time, but work 40 hours a week. Should I get benefits?
Natalie responds to a reader question in the Globe and Mail’s Nine to Five column about work hours and full-time employment status. Read the article.
Advocate Daily: Natalie MacDonald Launches New Employment Law Firm
Toronto employment lawyer Natalie MacDonald has launched another new boutique employment law firm but this time, all on her own. MacDonald & Associates has been formed not only to continue to provide counsel to…
Mondaq: Bill 148 Brings Big And Not So Big Changes To The Employment Standards Act, 2000
MacDonald & Associates’ Geoffrey Lowe discusses Bill 148 And Changes To The Employment Standards Act, 2000.