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Posted April 7, 2020 As the COVID-19 pandemic progresses, the response from both the federal government and government of Ontario has been historic and unprecedented. Both governments have introduced initiatives over the…
On April 3, 2020, the Provincial government announced it would be extending its closure of non-essential business and services. The government will allow these businesses to operate remotely and through alternative forms…
This week, the Ministry of Health finally released COVID-19 Guidelines for Group Homes and Co-Living settings. These guidelines are particularly relevant to agencies and workers in the Developmental Services (DS) sector. Residential…
On April 3, 2020, the Provincial Government announced further measures it will take to address the COVID-19 crisis occurring in retirement homes and boards of health. Two new temporary orders have been…
Updated April 8, 2020 On Saturday, April 4, 2020, the Ontario government announced critical measures to address the unique challenges faced by people with disabilities, their families and the not-for-profit developmental services…
Posted April 3, 2020 Effective April 6, 2020, some amendments have been made with respect to matters that will be heard by the Toronto Superior Court of Justice – Family, as well…
Posted April 3, 2020 Updated May 22, 2020 In recognition of the challenges associated to the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government and the government of Ontario announced new rules for not-for-profits and…
Updated April 2, 2020 All organizations have had to respond to the COVID-19 Pandemic, and the Workplace Safety & Insurance Board (WSIB) is certainly among them. This post provides a summary of…
Updated April 6, 2020 On March 25, 2020, Parliament passed the Canada Emergency Response Benefit Act, establishing the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (“CERB”). The CERB will provide payments to workers who have…
On March 21, 2020, the government implemented an Emergency Order wish sweeping implications for Health Services Providers. The order gives providers broad authority to take all reasonable steps necessary to staff as…
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