andrewmonkhouse @andrewmonkhouse

Andrew Monkhouse is an Employment Lawyer assisting both employees and employers in Downtown Toronto, Ontario, Canada. monkhouselaw.com Toronto, Ontario Joined January 2009

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andrewmonkhouse @andrewmonkhouse

2 weeks ago

Meet Monkhouse Law’s Class of 2025! We’re excited to welcome Pratibha Siva, Jordan Haworth, Sadaf Shahzad, Farhin Mim, Amara Malena Maraj, Farida Madhosh, Samuel Tyler & Victoria Trasente to our employment law team. Join us in welcoming them! #OntarioEmploymentLaw #WorkplaceLaw

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2 weeks ago

Constructive Dismissal in Ontario is a Wrongful Dismissal: Alisa Mirkovic explains constructive dismissal and what employees should know if forced out without a termination letter. Watch video (1.5 min): youtu.be/js9Rt7kGA28 #ConstructiveDismissal #OntarioEmploymentLaw

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a month ago

Should a criminal record be a permanent barrier to work? I spoke to CBC about the challenges: “Employers don’t want to intentionally discriminate, but without clear guidelines on background checks, it’s confusing.” Read more: cbc.ca/news/canada/to…

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andrewmonkhouse @andrewmonkhouse

2 months ago

Pregnancy & Parental Leave in Ontario: In this video, Marissa Hum explains the rules for provincially & federally regulated employees. Watch the video (4 min): youtu.be/5l3eyV66e_0 #PregnancyLeave #ParentalLeave #OntarioEmploymentLaw

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2 months ago

Should employers block Netflix at work? In HRD Canada, I explain: "Overly expansive blocking or secret surveillance can backfire. A balanced, transparent policy that allows some personal use often works best.” Read more: hcamag.com/ca/specializat… #WorkplacePolicy #EmployeePrivacy

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3 months ago

Employee Privacy Rights in the Workplace: In this video, Samantha Lucifora discusses how technology and remote work have changed the boundaries of privacy at work. Watch the video (2 min): youtu.be/lrbmB1jRE5c?si… #EmploymentLaw #EmployeePrivacy #WorkplaceRights

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3 months ago

Remote Work in Ontario: In this video, Walter Yoo explains what employers need to consider with remote work arrangements. Ontario’s Employment Standards Act and Human Rights Code still apply. Watch (1:10 min): youtube.com/watch?v=OuQ3qi… #RemoteWork #EmploymentLaw

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4 months ago

Emily Kim explains what the law says about temporary layoffs in Ontario. The ESA discusses them, but it does not grant employers an inherent right to impose them. It depends on the wording of your employment contract. Watch the video (1.5 min): youtu.be/QmcX0hpPTF4

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4 months ago

Desjardins negative vacation bank class action certified for settlement—over $7M for former employees. • Approval of Settlement: Sept 29 | Opt-outs by: July 27 | Objections by: July 14 • More info: monkhouselaw.com/desjardins-neg… #Desjardins #ClassAction

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andrewmonkhouse @andrewmonkhouse

4 months ago

🚨 More Big News at Monkhouse Law! Please join us in congratulating Shane Burton-Stoner and Reshida Darrell on their promotions to Senior Associate! Both have shown outstanding advocacy and leadership in their work. 👏 #MonkhouseLaw #TorontoLawyers

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4 months ago

🚨More Big News at Monkhouse Law! Please join us in congratulating Walter Yoo on his promotion to Partner! Walter consistently delivers exceptional results while championing fairness and dignity at work. 👏 #MonkhouseLaw #TorontoLawyers

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4 months ago

Alexandra Monkhouse discusses at will employment in Canada. In Canada, unlike in the United States, there's no concept of at will employment. At will clauses in employment contracts in Canada are illegal. Watch the video (1.5 min): lnkd.in/gSQQKFbf #EmploymentLaw

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andrewmonkhouse @andrewmonkhouse

4 months ago

🚨 Big News at Monkhouse Law! Please join me in congratulating Samantha Lucifora and Miguel Mangalindan on their promotions to Senior Partners! Their leadership and impact have been extraordinary—we're proud to celebrate this milestone. 👏 #MonkhouseLaw #TorontoLawyers

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5 months ago

Can your employer monitor you while you work from home? Shane Burton-Stoner explains Ontario’s rules on electronic monitoring and employee privacy rights. Watch video (1.5 min): youtu.be/3pB2NOU0NIE #EmployeeRights #WorkplacePrivacy

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andrewmonkhouse @andrewmonkhouse

5 months ago

I’m honoured to share that I’ve been selected to receive the Osgoode Hall Law School Gold Key Award for Distinction. I am grateful for this recognition and committed to continued excellence in the legal community. Thank you, Osgoode! #OsgoodeAlumni #GoldKeyAward #MonkhouseLaw

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andrewmonkhouse @andrewmonkhouse

5 months ago

Can your employer take away promised vacation time if you change roles? In a recent Globe and Mail article, Alexandra Monkhouse comments on a common issue: losing out on an extra week of vacation due to a promotion and a new contract. Read the article: theglobeandmail.com/business/caree…

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andrewmonkhouse @andrewmonkhouse

5 months ago

Can You Be Fired for Just Cause? In this video, I explain the very high standard employers must meet to justify a “just cause” termination in Ontario. Watch the video (2 min): youtu.be/pu4_zLnsJ-w

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6 months ago

What to do after receiving a demand letter or legal claim from a former employee? Samantha Lucifora shares 5 key steps for employers—from reviewing the claim to crafting a response. Watch (2.5 min): youtu.be/u2UnFx7zIhQ

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6 months ago

Dharshani Arumugam explains how to navigate workplace harassment claims when internal resolution mechanisms fail. The appropriate legal avenue depends on whether the employee is provincially or federally regulated: Watch video (2 min): youtu.be/atJUMRoEGvQ

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andrewmonkhouse @andrewmonkhouse

7 months ago

Hudson’s Bay's creditor protection filing puts over 9,300 jobs at risk, leaving many seeking answers about their rights. Our latest article covers severance, layoffs, and legal options for affected employees. Read more: monkhouselaw.com/hudsons-bay-ba…