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HR questions, answered plainly.
The questions employers in Ontario actually ask — about hiring, policies, terminations, and safety — with a straight answer up front and the detail that matters underneath.
Can I Terminate an Employee Without Cause in Ontario?
Yes — Ontario employers can end employment without cause, but not without cost. What you owe depends on the ESA minimums, the employment contract, and common law.
OntarioReviewed October 2026
Does a Small Business in Ontario Need an Employee Handbook?
No law requires a "handbook" — but Ontario does require several written policies and documents, and most small employers are missing at least one.
OntarioReviewed October 2026
Employee or Independent Contractor? How Ontario Decides
Calling someone a contractor doesn't make them one. How Ontario law, the CRA, and the courts decide — and what misclassification costs an employer.
OntarioReviewed October 2026
What Do Ontario's Job Posting Rules Require in 2026?
Since January 1, 2026, Ontario employers with 25+ employees must include pay ranges, disclose AI use, and follow up with interviewed candidates. Here is what applies.
OntarioReviewed October 2026
When Does an Ontario Employer Need a Joint Health and Safety Committee?
Ontario requires a Joint Health and Safety Committee once 20 or more workers are regularly employed — and a health and safety representative from 6. What that involves.
OntarioReviewed October 2026
These answers are general information about Ontario law as of the review date shown, not legal advice. Every situation has its own facts; for a decision with real risk attached, talk it through first.
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