Province Extends COVID-19 Paid Sick Days

Today, the Government of Ontario announced that it is extending the Worker Income Protection Benefit program, which provides paid sick days, until July 31, 2022.  Employees can continue to access this paid leave to get tested, vaccinated, self-isolate, or care for a family member. In addition, the province is extending temporary changes to the Employment…

Ontario Extending Pause on Lifting Capacity Limits in Remaining Settings Where Proof of Vaccination is Required

Today, the Government of Ontario announced that it is extending the pause on the lifting of capacity limits in remaining higher-risk settings where proof of vaccination is required. These settings include: food or drink establishments with dance facilities such as night clubs and wedding receptions in meeting/event spaces where there is dancing; strip clubs; and sex clubs…