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Lucy Cobb

Lucy Cobb

Employment Law Specialist

About Lucy Cobb

Lucy is an Employment Law Specialist and has worked in a variety of HR roles over the years. She has a commercial and best practice understanding of what businesses need from their HR support and ensures you get the most out of your HR system. Lucy supports our Bright Advice Team who assist clients on everything from the day-to-day HR challenges to the more complex situations.

Published Articles

Termination for cause: a guide for Ontario employers

Termination for cause is one of the most serious forms of employee dismissal under Ontario law. It requires strong justification, thorough documentation, and clear evidence that the employer acted in good faith throughout the process. Because of the high legal threshold involved, terminations for cause are frequently challenged by employees. This...

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Termination without cause: a guide for Ontario employers

Of all human resource functions, terminations are widely recognized as the most difficult to navigate. From remaining compliant, to acting in good faith, there are many pitfalls which can open an employer up to litigation and financial penalties, and it is always advised for employers to get expert, ESA specific HR advice before planning...

Statutory Holidays in Ontario: A 2026 Guide for Employers

2026 Statutory holiday dates in Ontario New Year's Day – Thursday, January 1Family Day – Monday, February 16*Good Friday – Friday, April 3*Victoria Day – Monday, May 18*Canada Day – Wednesday, July 1Labour Day – Monday, September 7*Thanksgiving Day – Monday, October 12*Christmas Day – Friday, December 25*Boxing Day – Saturday, December 26*Long...

Digital vs paper timesheets

Despite paper trails having ruled HR departments for as long as we can remember, a digital solution for any HR process will save you time, money, and boost company productivity. Businesses can opt for solutions like timesheet software, clocking in and out apps, time management and automation that records employee working hours. All in a bid to...

Ontario’s Bill 190: The Working for Workers Five Act, 2024

On October 28, 2024, Ontario’s Bill 190: The Working for Workers Five Act, 2024, received Royal Assent. If passed, the Bill will introduce several changes that could impact your business operations. Specifically, the bill has introduced several amendments to the Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA) and the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety...

Ontario’s Bill 149: The Working for Workers Four Act, 2024

If you run a business in Ontario, you’ll need to pay attention to Bill 149: The Working for Workers Four Act, 2024. This new legislation brings some big changes that affect everything from job postings to how you handle tips and vacation pay. Some updates are already in effect, while others are rolling out later this year. Let’s break it...