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Think you fired Bob for just cause? Here’s what Canadian courts actually require — and why most employers don’t clear the bar.
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Bob wants EVERY Friday off for a “religious commitment.” Your instinct makes you pause. Here’s how to handle a religious accommodation request.
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Most employers use “NDA” as a catch-all for everything they want to protect. It isn’t. See what you need to make them enforceable.
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You’re trying to land Bob. He’s good. You want him. In the interview you say: “We do bonuses every year — everyone gets one. It’s part of the culture here.” Bob accepts the offer. Signs the contract. Starts Monday. Two years later, times are tight. You skip the bonus. Bob […]
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You terminate Bob. Severance in hand — exactly what the contract says: four weeks. Your lawyer drafted it two years ago. You paid good money for it. You’re confident. Bob’s lawyer sends a letter two weeks later. The termination clause? Unenforceable. One bad sentence and the whole thing fell apart. […]
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Bob’s been showing up late for three weeks — 15 to 20 minutes, not egregious, but enough to notice. You pull him aside. “Bob, the lateness needs to stop.” Bob shrugs. “What lateness? No one told me I had to be here at 9 sharp. The offer letter didn’t say […]
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You hired Bob three weeks ago. He showed up, started working, you’re paying him. Everything’s fine. You sent him an offer letter with his salary and start date. He accepted. He’s been doing the work. You meant to send him a contract. It’s on your to-do list. You’ll get to […]
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You need to update Bob’s employment contract. Maybe your lawyer told you the old termination clause won’t hold up. Maybe you’ve added new policies. Maybe you just want everyone on the same terms. So you print out a new contract, hand it to Bob, and ask him to sign it. […]
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You promoted Bob six months ago. Gave him a raise, a new title, more responsibility. You sent him a nice email congratulating him on the promotion. Fast-forward to today: you let Bob go. Hand him the severance outlined in his original employment contract. Done. Two weeks later, Bob’s lawyer sends […]
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Bob was a problem. Everyone knew it. Late constantly. Attitude issues. That incident with the client you’re still apologizing for. You finally pulled the trigger. Terminated for cause. No severance. Two weeks later, a lawyer’s letter arrives disagreeing with your assessment of “cause.” Turns out “everyone knew he was terrible” […]
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You let Bob go. Finally. You Googled “severance pay Canada.” You paid two weeks’ termination pay. Done. Three months later, a letter from Bob’s lawyer lands in your inbox. That’s the moment you find out there are two severance systems in Canada — and you only knew about one. […]
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It used to be simple. You’d write up your HR policies once, stick them in a binder, and forget about them until someone quit or spilled coffee on page six. Then everything changed. Now, every time a politician sneezes, there’s a new employment standard to keep up with — leaves, […]
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Learning Objectives By the end of this session, participants will: Why every company ends up with a “Bob” Employment law basics: types of terminations and why they matter What to have in place before you ever consider terminating someone How to terminate without cause (and avoid costly mistakes) When and […]
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Learning Objectives By the end of this session, participants will: Understand the legal difference between an offer letter and an employment contract Identify the essential components of a legally defensible agreement Distinguish between contracts for new vs. existing employees Understand legal consideration and enforceability principles Recognize the difference between ESA […]
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We’re excited to announce our 2026 HR Compliance & Management Webinar Series, designed specifically for business owners who want to reduce risk, stay compliant, and strengthen their people practices. This 6-part online series delivers practical, legally grounded HR education tailored to the realities of running a small business. Each 60-minute session is focused […]
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You thought 90 days meant “easy exit”? Not if provincial Employment Standards has anything to say about it. Most Canadian employers assume the probation period is a built-in grace window. Give the new hire 90 days. If it doesn’t work out, we cut ties — clean and simple. Right? Not […]
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Big Sick Leave Changes You Need to Know for 2026 Heads up, Rascals — governments across Canada quietly rewired sick leave and medical leave rules in 2025. This isn’t optional. This isn’t “nice to have.” And yes, some of your old policies are now officially dinosaurs. Here’s what changed, in […]
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When petty becomes a pattern — and turns into a policy problem It started with a Post-it. Scrawled in red Sharpie, stuck above the office sink: “Some people were raised in barns. Clean your dishes.” It wasn’t signed, but everyone knew it was Bob. Bob’s been waging a silent war […]
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You wouldn’t hand your house keys to a stranger and hope they don’t snoop. But every day, employers hand over access to sensitive company info — client lists, financials, trade secrets — with nothing more than a “we trust you, right?” That’s where NDAs and confidentiality agreements come in. Whether […]
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What happens when “just work from home” turns into a tax question, a reimbursed laptop feud, and a compliance headache. On a Friday afternoon, you sent a quick reply in Slack: “WFH is fine. Just be online 9–5 and do your thing.” Harmless, right? Fast forward three months: One employee […]
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Hello, Rascals! Gather ‘round the virtual campfire — we’ve got some spicy new policy updates fresh out of the HR oven. And unlike most corporate policy updates, these ones won’t make your eyes glaze over or cause spontaneous desk napping. (You’re welcome.) Some big legal changes are rolling across British […]
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You’re lying on the couch. A rerun’s playing in the background. You’re scrolling LinkedIn when you see someone’s post: “It’s time we stop exploiting unpaid interns.” You pause. Your stomach sinks. Because you have one. And… yeah. They’re unpaid. You called it a “volunteer internship.” They started last week. Now […]
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Friday, 4:46 PM: Bob sends a polite, professional resignation email. Thanked the team. Effective immediately. Friday, 4:59 PM: Bob’s laptop is already halfway to Craigslist. Saturday, 7:12 AM: You wake up to a six-paragraph email from Bob titled “RE: My Experience at [Company].” By paragraph three, your stomach drops. He’s […]
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Bob is technically a contractor. He signed a contractor agreement. He sends you monthly invoices. You told him from day one he’s not on payroll, not eligible for benefits, and not part of the company. But Bob also: Works full-time hours Doesn’t have any other clients Attends all your team […]
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HR compliance might not be the most thrilling part of running a business, but ignoring it can lead to some serious headaches—fines, lawsuits, and a whole lot of stress. The good news? Most compliance mistakes are preventable. Here’s a rundown of the most common HR compliance slip-ups (starring Rascal, our […]
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New year, new HR headaches? Not on our watch! With 2025 here, now’s the time to make sure your business is legally compliant, protected, and running smoother than a fresh jar of peanut butter to ensure you are ready for 2025. Whether you’re a seasoned HR pro or just trying […]
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You’ve found the perfect candidate. Clearly it’s not another Bob, since you’ve learned your lesson. The interviews went smoothly, they checked all the boxes, and now it’s time to seal the deal. Clearly it’s not Bob, or you’d probably run away screaming. But before you shake hands and welcome them […]
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Like so many small business owners, you have a fabulous and dedicated Office Manager, just like our own Penelope. Not only does she manage running the office, she manages your HR functions and much more. While she is a rock star at so many things, she struggles with the HR […]
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So you’ve had enough of Bob. He’s screwed up so many times that he just has to go. We understand – so many businesses struggle with firing their Bob. And for good reason. Terminating an employee is a complex process. While in some countries (or states), you can simply fire […]
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An employee policy manual is a must-have for any business, including medical practices. Here’s why.
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Employment agreements are critical to create clarity for employees and protect your business. While there’s many important clauses, we dive into the 4 most critical components.
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