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Jun 7, 2024

Seasonal employers and overtime: Are you risking a costly settlement?

It is important for employers to understand the intricacies of industry-specific exemptions outlined in the Employment Standards Act.
Oct 18, 2021

Safety tips for arborists and landscapers this fall

Electrical Safety Authority warns landscape pros about overhead powerline dangers during fall cleanup season.
Oct 5, 2020

Ontario announces extension of COVID-19 period

Amended regulations to deal with COVID-19 have been extended to January 2, 2021.
Sep 29, 2020

Latest Employment Standards Poster released

Employers are required to provide a copy to employees who are covered by the ESA within 30 days of their hiring date.
Sep 28, 2020

Infectious disease emergency leave rights for parents of school-age children related to Covid-19

May 11, 2020

Powerline Safety Week 2020

People are reminded to exercise caution, especially when working near overhead powerlines.
Sep 25, 2019

Four Ontarians critically injured or killed by electricity in the past 24 hours

All incidents are a result of contact with overhead electrical wires.
Mar 7, 2019

Lighting contractors discuss everything to do with lighting at annual conference

Capacity crowd turns out to see the latest products, technologies and to learn from industry leaders.
Sep 15, 2017

Landscape profession prepares for minimum wage increase

Landscape profession reacts to Bill 148.
Jun 15, 2016

Committee told all lighting installations require permit

Lighting installers should be aware of five key issues required by the ESA when installing outdoor lighting.
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