HR Power Lunch: Navigating the HR Landscape in an Uncertain Economy - Part 2: How to Manage Workforce Reductions and Permanent Layoffs


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Starts: 09/11/2025 12:00 PM

Ends: 09/11/2025 1:30 PM

Registration Closes:09/10/2025 8:00 AM

Event Type: Webinar Series

1.5 Hour(s)

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ON24

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

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Navigating the HR Landscape in an Uncertain Economy - PART 2 How to Manage Workforce Reductions and Permanent Layoffs

Part two shifts the focus to the legal and strategic considerations when permanent layoffs become unavoidable. We begin with a review of employment contracts and the critical role of valid termination clauses in limiting liability. Next, we will discuss the difference between statutory minimum termination entitlements, both in Ontario and federally, and the interplay between those and the common law. The conversation will then shift to how to structure severance offers at the time of termination, and the strategic use of release agreements and when they may be helpful versus not. Finally, for those who may be in the unfortunate position of having to consider large layoffs, we will discuss special rules for mass terminations. This session is intended to equip employers with the knowledge to navigate terminations thoughtfully, legally, and with a view to limiting the employer’s risk as much as possible.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

(1) the most up-to-date rules surrounding termination provisions and limiting severance pay; 

(2) how to prepare termination offers and the factors involved; and 

(3) how to manage special statutory termination rules in their terminations.

Agenda:

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

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Speaker bio(s)
Kyle Shimon

In the course of his career, Kyle has successfully advocated for clients at the Ontario Labour Relations Board, Ontario Court of Justice, Ontario Superior Court of Justice, the Court of Appeal for Ontario, and the Federal Court of Appeal. His approach to client advice involves taking a proactive approach to employee relations by guiding employers in managerial best practices, workplace policy development, and the use of employment agreements all with a view to avoiding issues before they arise. However, when problems do present themselves, Kyle is well versed in defending employers in alleged wrongful dismissal actions, human rights complaints, and a variety of other matters. Kyle advises employers, both in the defence sector and in many other industries, who appreciate his straight forward, down-to-earth approach in providing strategic advice towards resolving their human resources concerns.