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February 7, 2018

Bill 148 and Electrical Contractors: FAQ’s and Answers

Bill 148, the Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, 2017, introduces significant amendments to Ontario’s Employment Standards Act (“ESA”) and Labour Relations Act (“LRA”), and limited amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Most of the amendments came into force on January 1, 2018.


    

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February 7, 2018

Bill 142 - The Construction Lien Act

      In its pending changes to the Construction Lien Act (the “CLA”), Ontario will be introducing a new mechanism to ensure prompt payment and dispute resolution on construction projects. The new legislation has passed third reading and received royal assent just before Christmas.  However, the major changes will not come into

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