HR Power Lunch: Pay Transparency Bill 149 and Other Upcoming Amendments


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Date and Time

Starts:01/16/2025 12:00 PM

Ends:01/16/2025 1:30 PM

Registration Closes:01/15/2025 8:00 AM

Event Type: Webinar Series

1.5 CPD Hour(s)

Location:
ON24

Price:

HRPA Members: Free
Non-Members: $35 +tax

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Additional Information

HRPA Central West Chapter is pleased to host this HR Power Lunch webinar.

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The session will cover the latest developments and implications of the Ontario government's passing of Bill 149, which includes amendments to Ontario's Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the "ESA") in respect of pay transparency, AI disclosure, and vacation pay, and other upcoming amendments to the ESA. In particular, we will examine the purpose and scope of the key changes introduced by Bill 149, which enhances the enforcement and protection of workers' rights under the ESA. 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

  1. Attendees will gain a comprehensive overview of the current and upcoming legal framework and obligations regarding pay transparency, Bill 149, and other amendments to employment standards legislation in Ontario.
  2. Attendees will learn how to assess and address the potential impacts and risks of these legislative changes on their organizations, policies, and practices. 
  3. Attendees will learn how to ensure compliance and mitigate liability in light of these developments

AGENDA

12:00 PM Welcome and Introductions
12:03 PM Speaker presentation
1:30 PM Event Concludes 

Registration Difficulties or Questions: Please reach out to Tracey Gallacher, Specialist, Member Engagement at tgallacher@hrpa.ca  

Speaker bio(s)
Kelly O'Ferrall, Partner

Kelly helps clients identify and implement strategies to mitigate workplace related legal risks, including risks related to wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, misclassification and human rights claims by employees. She provides tailored advice to clients on best practices for complying with employment standards, human rights, workplace safety, and employee privacy laws. Kelly regularly negotiates contractual agreements on behalf of employers, including executive employment and consulting agreements, restrictive covenant terms, as well as termination arrangements for departing employees. She also routinely represents clients in response to wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, misclassification, human rights, as well as other employees claims and complaints. Kelly's employment law practice is complemented by her specialization in executive compensation, and she also has significant experience advising on corporate transactions. Kelly is recognized by Chambers.