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Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins LLP Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins LLP based in Toronto, Ontario, is widely recognized as one of the lead We are specialists.

At Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins LLP we pride ourselves on being Canada’s leaders in employment and labour law. For over 30 years, we have been instrumental in developing and expanding the principles of labour and employment law, arguing cases at every level of court and tribunal and publishing widely on workplace-related issues. Because GG&G is a more personal, boutique-style firm, we can be flex

ible in our approach and compassionate in the way we serve our clients. We have built our reputation on strong ethics and our commitment to resolving matters quickly, cost-effectively and, wherever possible, short of litigation. Our clients regularly consult us about:

- Negotiating and drafting employment contracts and agreements
- Development or review of severance packages
- Wrongful dismissal litigation or settlement negotiations
- Constructive dismissal
- Human rights and discrimination issues
- Restrictive covenants (fiduciary duties) and obligations of departing employees
- Workplace performance and progressive discipline issues
- Workplace conflict, harassment and violence issues
- Development and implementation of workplace policies
- Labour issues, including grievance arbitration

Please note that information posted on this page does not constitute legal advice. Feel free to contact us to schedule a consultation should you wish to discuss your specific circumstances.

York Region District School Board is preparing to cut up to 249 additional support staff positions this fall, including ...
06/04/2026

York Region District School Board is preparing to cut up to 249 additional support staff positions this fall, including educational assistants, secretarial workers, IT staff, and library technicians, on top of previously announced caretaker reductions. https://ow.ly/cotZ50Z7bg0

Canadian Union of Public Employees surprised at depth of employee cuts, displacements expected at York Region District School Board this fall

Toronto's retail sector is under significant pressure, and layoffs, restructurings, and store closures are becoming incr...
06/01/2026

Toronto's retail sector is under significant pressure, and layoffs, restructurings, and store closures are becoming increasingly common across the GTA.

For employers, workforce reductions involve far more than operational decisions. Ontario employment law imposes strict obligations around notice, severance, group terminations, and human rights, and getting it wrong can lead to wrongful dismissal claims and serious financial exposure.

Our latest blog outlines what retail employers need to know: https://ow.ly/1WzW50Z5CtN

Learn Ontario legal obligations for Toronto retail layoffs, severance, terminations, and employer compliance requirements.

The Ontario government has started sending out rejection letters to the thousands of Ontario Public Service (OPS) worker...
05/29/2026

The Ontario government has started sending out rejection letters to the thousands of Ontario Public Service (OPS) workers who requested alternate work arrangements, even as their unions ask that employees be allowed to work from home during the FIFA World Cup. https://ow.ly/QHry50Z5aps

Unions representing Ontario Government workers say a wave of rejection letters have gone out recently to people who requested alternate work arrangements, even as the unions requests a general accommodation for employees during the FIFA World Cup.

Intuit has announced the elimination of 17 per cent of its global workforce, approximately 3,000 roles, as the company r...
05/25/2026

Intuit has announced the elimination of 17 per cent of its global workforce, approximately 3,000 roles, as the company restructures around artificial intelligence and streamlines its operations.

The move is the latest in a growing trend of major tech companies replacing headcount with AI investment, raising important questions for employees about their rights when layoffs are framed as strategic pivots.

https://ow.ly/26xG50Z3oFv

Intuit has laid off 17 per cent of its full-time workforce — or about 3,000 roles worldwide — as it plans to streamline the business and focus on key areas, including AI.

A recent Ontario Superior Court decision involving a 17-year CHEO employee raises important questions about the rights o...
05/13/2026

A recent Ontario Superior Court decision involving a 17-year CHEO employee raises important questions about the rights of workers who lose their LTD benefits after resigning during a mental health disability leave.

Fawcett v. Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada addresses negligent misrepresentation, the limits of court jurisdiction for unionized employees, and whether disability insurers can narrowly administer return-to-work programs without scrutiny.

Our latest blog breaks down the key findings: https://ow.ly/418j50YYV7g

Ontario court rules on LTD benefits & wrongful resignation. Toronto employment lawyers explain what Fawcett v. Sun Life means for disabled workers.

A court in China just ruled that firing workers to replace them with AI is unlawful. Should Canada be doing the same?The...
05/12/2026

A court in China just ruled that firing workers to replace them with AI is unlawful. Should Canada be doing the same?

The Hangzhou Intermediate People's Court recently sided with a technology worker whose employer tried to automate his role, reigniting the debate over whether Canadian employment law is keeping pace with AI-driven workforce changes. https://ow.ly/akN350YXFml

A Chinese court sided with a senior technology worker who was fired after he refused a reduced salary and job transfer when his company sought to automate his role with AI.

Unions representing workers across the country were calling on governments to be flexible after executives in the federa...
05/05/2026

Unions representing workers across the country were calling on governments to be flexible after executives in the federal public service started a new work schedule that will see them on-site in the office five days a week: https://ow.ly/6sHq50YV3aa

Unions representing workers across the country were calling on governments to be flexible Monday after executives in the federal public service started a new work schedule that will see them on-site in the office five days a week.

A recent Ontario Labour Relations Board decision reinforces that challenging a union representation vote requires a high...
04/28/2026

A recent Ontario Labour Relations Board decision reinforces that challenging a union representation vote requires a high bar of evidence. Following a major healthcare restructuring, two employees attempted to invalidate a vote result by alleging campaign misconduct and procedural errors.

The Board dismissed these objections, ruling that typical campaign tactics and minor technical mistakes are generally insufficient to overturn a democratic secret ballot. This decision confirms that the Board will prioritize the final vote count unless there is clear proof of serious coercion or intimidation that prevented a free choice.

Our latest blog post examines this ruling and its implications for labour relations in large-scale organizational mergers.

https://ow.ly/RA6U50YQE73

OLRB decision explains when union vote irregularities matter. Learn key legal principles for Ontario employers and unions.

Meta is laying off about 8,000 workers, or about 10 per cent of its workforce, the company said Thursday as it continues...
04/24/2026

Meta is laying off about 8,000 workers, or about 10 per cent of its workforce, the company said Thursday as it continues to ramp up spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure and highly paid AI-expert hires.

The company said it was making the cuts for the sake of efficiency and to allow new investments in parts of its business, as first reported by Bloomberg, which also said the company will leave about 6,000 jobs unfilled.

https://ow.ly/Evt350YP6aN

Meta is laying off about 8,000 workers, or about 10 per cent of its workforce, the company said Thursday as it continues to ramp up spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure and highly paid AI-expert hires.

As more organizations implement return-to-office mandates, HR leaders warn that strict enforcement could negatively impa...
04/21/2026

As more organizations implement return-to-office mandates, HR leaders warn that strict enforcement could negatively impact employee trust, morale, and productivity. This trend is gaining significant momentum across Canada, with major employers in both the public and private sectors now requiring staff to be in the office at least four days a week. https://ow.ly/Qfuj50YNtxC

From badge swipes to desk bookings, monitoring attendance is becoming HR’s latest challenge

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