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Haynes Law Firm is a boutique employment law firm located in the heart of downtown Toronto.

Haynes Law Firm represents both employers and employees from across Canada, in all types of workplace issues and disputes. Haynes Law Firm Works Harder, So You Can Work Smarter

Haynes Law Firm in Toronto helps employers and employees comply with legal obligations, protect their interests, and avoid undesirable outcomes. The firm provides security for employers through intelligent risk management and dispute mitigation strategies, and confidence for employees by levelling the playing field with employers that have the funding and counsel to support an employment dispute. The firm’s legal team is vastly knowledgeable and highly skilled, with a reputation for consistently delivering successful results. Whether in the courtroom or in the boardroom, Haynes Law Firm provides confident and adept advocacy, representing clients on either side of the employment line.

10/26/2026

Thinking about a career move while still employed? You’re not alone, but you may wonder what happens if your employer finds out.

In Ontario, searching for a new job is not ordinarily just cause for dismissal. An employer may still be able to end the employment, but that doesn’t automatically mean they can skip the notice or termination pay you may be owed. What matters is the circumstances, including your contract and your conduct during the search.

Our latest blog explains job hunting and just cause, your duties of loyalty and confidentiality, and what happens to your termination entitlements if you’re let go. Read it here: https://ow.ly/2RpE5100ZFQ

Looking for a new job while still employed is a common part of career development. Whether motivated by better compensation, professional growth, or workplace d

10/21/2026

Parks Canada has started notifying employees as part of its first round of workforce adjustments, part of a larger plan to reduce the size of the federal public service. If you or someone you know is facing a layoff or restructuring, you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Understanding your rights early can make a real difference, especially before you sign a severance package or release.

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Nearly 3,000 Parks Canada employees will be notified this week that their job is at risk.

10/14/2026

When a service contract changes hands, such as in property management, security, or building maintenance, determining who is responsible for employee termination obligations can become a complex legal puzzle. A recent decision from the Ontario Court of Appeal in Kondaj v. Crossbridge Condominium Services Ltd. provides vital clarity on how successorship obligations, statutory minimums, and common law notice apply when incoming providers take over service contracts.

Read our latest blog for a breakdown of this ruling and what it means for employers and employees navigating corporate transitions: https://ow.ly/3vhF50ZXeXp

When a company loses a service contract to a competitor, what happens to the employees working under that contract? If the incoming company declines to retain t

10/11/2026

Today, we celebrate togetherness, kindness, and gratitude. May your Thanksgiving be warm and bright.

10/10/2026

Taking care of your mental health looks different for everyone. It might mean speaking with a professional, spending quiet time alone, or connecting with friends. Whatever it looks like for you, give yourself permission to take that time today.

10/05/2026

As generative AI becomes a staple in modern workplaces, employees frequently input text into chatbots to summarize documents, draft correspondence, or analyze data. However, pasting internal client records, financial forecasts, or HR information into external AI tools can unknowingly expose sensitive corporate data and trigger serious privacy breaches.

Read our latest blog post to explore how employers and employees can navigate the confidentiality risks of generative AI in the workplace: https://ow.ly/c7fx50ZT9HN

Generative artificial intelligence has quickly become part of everyday workplace life. Employees may use AI chatbots to draft emails, summarize documents, prepa

10/02/2026

In a recent National Post article examining a high-profile termination dispute, employment lawyer Paulette Haynes weighed in on the complex legal standards surrounding just-cause dismissals and human rights claims in the workplace. https://ow.ly/S3RW50ZSL4P

TD Insurance VP claims discrimination after losing $210,000 job; bank says she ignored warnings to bring her email signature into compliance

10/02/2026

True workplace inclusion starts with equal opportunity. During Disability Employment Awareness Month, we recognize the incredible contributions of workers with disabilities and remind organizations of the value of proactive compliance.

Accommodations - whether flexible working arrangements, assistive technology, or modified duties - empower talented individuals to perform at their best. Our firm remains committed to helping employees know their rights and assisting employers in building compliant, accessible, and supportive work environments.

10/01/2026

October 1 is National Seniors Day in Canada. It is a wonderful reminder to honour the vibrant older adults who have helped build our communities and continue to guide future generations. Join us today in thanking the parents, mentors, neighbours, and friends who make a lasting difference in our lives.

09/30/2026

Today we remember the tragic legacy of residential schools and reaffirm our dedication to supporting Indigenous rights, self-determination, and cultural revitalization.

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