Mar 26 Relief for Workers Announced – Federal Government Passes Emergency COVID-19 Response Benefits and Leaves for Federal Workers

Parliament has come together in an emergency session and passed Bill C-13 – The COVID-19 Emergency Response Act (the “Act”) on March 25, 2020. The blog summarizes the support and benefits which have been implemented for workers impacted by COVID-19 business closures and work stoppages.

Mar 20

Mar 20 Provincial Worker Job Protection Formalized – The Employment Standards Amendment Act (Infectious Disease Emergencies), 2020

Cynthia Ingram

In an emergency session on March 19, 2020, the Ontario legislature passed Bill 186, which amends the ESA to provide support for provincially-regulated employees including full-time, part-time, student, casual workers and temporary help agency assignment employees who are unable to work as a result of COVID-19.

Help is on the Horizon – Changes to EI Benefits, Introduction of the Emergency Care Benefit, and Support for Small Businesses in Response to COVID-19

Mar 18

Mar 18 Help is on the Horizon – Changes to EI Benefits, Introduction of the Emergency Care Benefit, and Support for Small Businesses in Response to COVID-19

Cynthia Ingram

Many are aware of measures already in place or introduced by the various public and government authorities for employers, employees and the economy. On March 18th, in response to increasing demand, the federal government announced further measures and support available to workers and employers as part of its COVID-19 Economic Plan.

Mar 17

Mar 17 PH’s COVID-19 Employer Resource Centre

Piccolo Heath LLP

In the face of the COVID-19, PH is doing its part to keep employers informed and their employees safe. We’ve gathered some helpful resources for employment-related issues facing employers in the wake of COVID-19.