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2024 Workplace Law Summit

CPD for Lawyers: 3.75 Substantive Hours, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 3.75 Hours

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We are delighted to invite you to our annual Workplace Law Summit, taking place on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. This premier event is dedicated to exploring the latest trends, challenges and innovations in workplace law. This year, we are excited to present a new and improved program that promises to be our most comprehensive and engaging one yet. 

For the first time ever, we are introducing an Occupational Health & Safety component, designed to provide invaluable insights and practical strategies to enhance workplace safety and compliance.

Join the Aird & Berlis Workplace Law Group for a morning of thought-provoking sessions, insightful panel discussions and unparalleled networking opportunities with leaders and professionals in the field of workplace law. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or new to the HR industry, this summit offers something for everyone.

When: Wednesday, November 13, 2024

8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. - Breakfast and Registration
9:00 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. - Presentations and Q&A
12:45 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. - Networking Lunch

Where: One King West Hotel, Toronto

TOPICS INCLUDE

  • Update on Employment and Privacy Law
    • Status of Termination Provisions in the Employment Agreement: Dufault v. The Corporation of the Township of Ignace
    • The Obligation to Mitigate: Does it still exist?
    • Breaking the 24-Month Reasonable Notice Ceiling
    • Privacy Update: Recent case law from the Supreme Court of Canada and the impact on workplace privacy
  • The Evolution of Remote Work
    • Building a Better Work-From-Home Policy
    • Repatriation of Workers and Addressing Remote Employee Accommodation Requests
    • Performance Management of the Remote Worker: Yes, you can!
    • Increasing Worker Engagement and the Promotion of Workplace Culture for the Remote Worker
  • Legislative Updates and Bill 190, The Working for Workers Five Act, 2024
    • Job Posting and Interview Requirements
    • Use of AI in the Hiring Process
    • Prohibition on Requiring Canadian Experience
    • Digital Platform Workers' Rights Act, 2022 Update
  • Life Cycle of a Charge Under the Occupational Health and Safety Act
    • Dealing with the Accident: Who to call; what records to keep; dealing with the Ministry of Labour
    • The Charge: Assessing the evidence and dealing with the Crown
    • Defend or Negotiate: A review of options and risks
    • The Trial: Time, resources and possible liability
  • Workplace Mental Health and Wellness: Challenges and Opportunities in Today’s Workplace
    • Identifying the Issues and Accommodation
    • Managing Medical Information
    • Moving Towards a Healthier Workplace

Pricing

Early Bird Client
Individual: $165 + $21.45 HST = $186.45

Early Bird Non-Client
Individual: $220 + $28.60 HST = $248.60
Two or More From the Same Organization: $190 + $24.70 HST = $214.70 (each)

We are happy to provide discount codes for clients of Aird & Berlis and for groups of two or more registrants from the same organization. Please email rsvp@airdberlis.com for the applicable discount code before registering.

Important Information

Cancellations made after November 1 are non-refundable. Refunds will not be issued for no-shows.

If you are unable to attend, please do your best to allocate your registration to someone else.

CPD information will be emailed to registrants a week following the summit. Please note that we do not provide CPD certificates as hours are self-reported.

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