Employees vs Independent Contractors in Canada- Differences and Key Considerations
Duration: 60 Minutes
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Id: 209657
Tiffany Thomas
This webinar will guide HR professionals and business leaders in identifying safer employee or independent contractor options, discussing legal considerations, external implications, and best practices.
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Overview
Employees vs Independent Contractors in Canada- Differences and Key Considerations will provide you with a clear understanding of the critical distinctions between employees and independent contracts. This webinar will assist HR professionals and business leaders in identifying when an employee or independent contractor is the safer option helping you avoid costly misclassifications. We’ll also dive into key legal considerations, implications outside of the law and best practices.
Areas Covered in the Session
- Key Distinctions of Employees and Independent Contractors
- Considerations for Identifying the Appropriate Classification of Workers: Employees vs Independent Contractors
- The Implications of Misclassifications
- Considerations Beyond the Law and Best Practices
Who Will Benefit
- Human Resource Professionals
- Managers
Speaker Profile
Tiffany began her legal career with Canada’s largest school board. During this time, she gained a specialized understanding of labour, employment and human rights law. As an in-house specialist she dealt with a large and diverse workforce, comprised of both unionized and non-unionized employees, and addressed complex workplace issues from their earliest stages through to litigation (where necessary).
Since joining SpringLaw in 2022, Tiffany has continued to advise both employers and employees in unionized and non-unionized environments, providing her with a unique and specialized perspective for both the employer and employee. Tiffany regularly advises on employment contracts, terminations, and workplace issues like accommodation, discipline and employee handbooks. No matter the client, Tiffany’s goal is to provide legal services and advice in approachable and accessible way and to arm her clients with the knowledge they need to navigate complex issues.
When she’s not working, Tiffany enjoys spending time with her family and her beloved rescue dog, Penny.
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