Canada: Employment and HR

New amendments to the Canada Labour Code will prohibit federally regulated employers from paying employees different wage rates based solely on their employment status...

The Canadian government has introduced legislation that would fundamentally reshape employment law for federally regulated workplaces by prohibiting non-competition clauses in most employment agreements. Bill C-31 proposes sweeping changes that would not only ban future restrictive covenants but also void existing non-competition agreements after a one-year transition period. Federally regulated employers must now evaluate their current employment contracts and explore alternative protective measures before

Organizations increasingly rely on restrictive covenants in commercial and employment agreements, but heightened legislative and judicial scrutiny is reshaping how these provisions must be crafted and enforced. This comprehensive guide from Torys' Pensions and Employment team explores emerging legal trends, practical drafting considerations, and critical enforceability issues that employers and businesses need to navigate in today's evolving regulatory landscape.