Case Comments

Constructive Dismissal in Leamington: A Closer Look BackgroundThis case stems from H.J. Heinz Company of Canada LP’s decision to close its Leamington, Ontario plant in 2014. Karen Robinson, a long-serving employee with nearly 40 years of tenure, was affected by the plant closure. Although Heinz offered her continued employment at a new facility in St. […]

Tecumseh Resident Secures Jurisdiction in Ontario for Constructive Dismissal Claim In Hilton v. K & S Services Inc., the Ontario Court of Appeal affirmed that Ontario courts have jurisdiction over a constructive dismissal claim brought by Craig Hilton, a Tecumseh, Ontario resident, against his Michigan-based employer, K & S Services Inc. Hilton, a long-time resident

Overview This Ontario Superior Court decision delves into the interplay between civil courts and grievance arbitration mechanisms under collective agreements. The case serves as a reminder of the exclusive jurisdiction of labour relations processes in resolving employment-related disputes for unionized employees. Key Issue The central question before the court was whether the civil courts had

Introduction In a pivotal Ontario Court of Appeal decision, Ms. Boucher, a former assistant manager at a Walmart store in Windsor, successfully challenged her constructive dismissal and workplace mistreatment. This case highlights the profound legal consequences of workplace harassment and reinforces the protections available to employees under Ontario law. Background of the Case Ms. Boucher