Cell: 416.844.9242
24 Hour: 416.420.0738
Dalhousie University, Juris Doctor
Simon Fraser University, Bachelor of Arts
(Criminology and Psychology)
Brian G. Wasyliw
Recognized by Best Lawyers® and Who’s Who Legal®, Brian is an experienced and accomplished employment and labour lawyer with a background in commercial litigation. He has extensive courtroom experience, having appeared at all levels of court in Ontario and before many administrative tribunals.
Brian’s expertise includes the full range of employment and labour law with particular focus on employment contracts, wrongful and constructive dismissal, non-competition and non-solicitation, injunctive relief, grievance arbitration, employment and labour issues in corporate restructuring and transactions, and human rights and accommodation. He is published on a variety of labour and employment issues.
Brian sits on the board of directors of the Council of Professional Investigators of Ontario. He is a member of the Law Society of Ontario, Advocates’ Society, Canadian Bar Association, Ontario Bar Association (Alternative Dispute Resolution, Construction Law, Administrative Law, Labour & Employment, CCCA/Corporate Counsel, Privacy and Access to Information, Civil Litigation, Constitutional, Civil Liberties, Human Rights, Workers’ Compensation).
Areas of Focus:
- Advising Multinational and Multi-Jurisdictional Employers
- Attendance Management
- Civil Litigation
- Employment Contracts (including Independent Contractor Agreements)
- Employment Standards
- Employment and Labour Issues in Corporate Restructuring and Transactions
- Executive Employment Agreements and Compensation
- Grievance Arbitration
- Human Rights and Accommodation
- Injunctive Court Proceedings and Judicial Review
- Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Pensions and Benefits
- Policy Development and Implementation
- Responding to Union Organizing and Applications for Certification
- Sale or Closure
- Strike or Lockout Preparation and Business Continuity
- Wrongful and Constructive Dismissal Litigation
Publications & Media
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The pandemic has changed employment agreements and workplace policies
May 13, 2022
Canadian Lawyer
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Accommodation Need Not Be Perfect So Long As It Is Reasonable
November, 2019Management Counsel
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Four key pre-employment steps and precautions – Canadian courts offer guidance to employers
September 4, 2017
HRReporter
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Mental Health Accommodation: Taking a New Approach
April 17, 2017
Canadian HR Reporter
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Do You Have To Pay A Bonus Following Termination of Employment
February 20, 2017
HRReporter, Thomson Reuters
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High Profile Sexual Harassment Cases Causing Sea Change
October 10, 2015
The Toronto Star
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Bonus entitlement during reasonable notice period
September 30, 2015
Canadian Employment Law Today
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Bonus Entitlement During the Period of Reasonable Notice: Yes, No, Maybe
Fall 2015
OMHRA (Ontario Municipal Human Resources Association)
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Are you aware of the employment standards for construction employees?
May 20, 2015
Daily Commercial News
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Guidance from the court of appeal on working with expert witnesses
February 19, 2015
OBA Employment and Labour Section newsletter
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A Legal Look at Noise Hazards in the Workplace
September 24, 2014
Canadian Occupational Safety
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Injuries Related to Mental Stress in the Workplace – Insurance Anyone?
Fall 2014
Ontario Municipal Human Resources Association
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The heat is on – protecting your workers during the peak of summer
July 22, 2014
Canadian Occupational Safety
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Ask An Expert: Reviewing the Contract
June 19, 2014
Senior Care Canada
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Follow the Leader: Organizational Culture Change Comes From The Top Down
May/June 2014
HR Professional
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Hiring students this summer? Here’s what employers need to know
May 20, 2014
Canadian Occupational Safety
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When a manager dates an intern (Toughest HR Question)
May 5, 2014
Canadian HR Reporter
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New Hires – How much time is enough to look over an employment contract?
April 2014
Financial Executives International (“FEI”)
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How long should a new hire have to sign an employment contract?
January 27, 2014
Canadian HRReporter
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Time allowed to review employment contract
January 22, 2014
Canadian Employment Law Today
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Reclaiming overpayments due to clerical errors
January 22, 2014
Canadian Employment Law Today
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Worker with a diability? Terminate with care.
November 4, 2013
Canadian HR Reporter
Speaking Engagements
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Do’s and Don’ts For Private Investigators and Lawyers
March 20, 2024
Council of Professional Investigators of Ontario (CPIO)
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Dos & Don’ts of Working with Private Investigators
November 16, 2023
Seminar Partners
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Consideration for Employers in the Workplace – A Legal Perspective
September 13, 2023
Council of Professional Investigators Ontario (CPIO)
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Managing The Employment Lifecyle –Best Practices for Hiring, Performance Management and Terminations
June 29, 2023
CPA Ontario
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20th Real Estate Law Summit
April 19, 2023
Law Society of Ontario
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Termination of Employment: New Risks and Best Practices
March 08, 2023
Sherrard Kuzz LLP HReview -
Termination of Employment: New Risks and Best Practices
March 08, 2023
Sherrard Kuzz LLP, Employment & Labour Lawyers
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Managing The Employment Lifecyle – Best Practices for Hiring, Performance Management and Terminations
June 27, 2022
Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario (CPAO)
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Innovators Chat – Working for Workers – What Employers Need to Know Now Following the Changes from Bill 27
March 24, 2022
Innovators Alliance
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Global Mobility & Doing Business Abroad Webinar
July 29, 2021
Employment Law Alliance
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Employment and labour law workplace considerations post COVID-19 vaccines
July 07, 2021
Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario
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Legal Considerations Regarding Workplace Vaccination, Accommodation and Remote Work
April 29, 2021
Innovators Alliance
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Employment Contract and Independent Contractors
April 7, 2021
Council of Professional Investigators Ontario
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CME Teleconference: Changes to CERB and EI
October 7, 2020
Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters
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Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters – Member Briefing Call – COVID-19: CERB-EI Changes
October 07, 2020
Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters
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Accommodation Update: New and Important Decisions in Human Rights Law
September 23, 2020
Sherrard Kuzz LLP HReview -
Returning to the Workplace: What Employers Need to Know
August 19, 2020
Automate CAMM
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Managing in a Time of Pandemic: Employer Considerations When Business Reopens
June 17, 2020
ASIS International Toronto
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Corporate Security During COVID-19 – Employer Rights and Responsibilities
April 22, 2020
ASIS Toronto
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COVID-19 , Managing Your Workplace in Turbulent Times
April 22, 2020
ASIS International Toronto
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Employment Contract, Why and How?
March 12, 2020
Peel Halton Workforce Development Group / Peel Halton Local Employment Planning Council
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Why and How to use an Employment Contract
March 12, 2020
Peel Halton Workforce Development Group
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Managing Sexual Harassment Complaints
August 15, 2019
INFONEX Professional Development
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Legal Updates in Health and Safety
March 20, 2019
CME Health and Safety Symposium
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Effective Management of Sexual Harassment Complaints
November 1, 2018
2018 FBS Summit and Annual Conference
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Chronic Pain: Medical and Legal Experts Demystify the Issues
August 16, 2018
Lancaster House
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Bill 148: Fair Workplaces & Better Jobs
February 22, 2018
North Simcoe Community Futures Development Corporation
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Bill 148: Fair Workplaces & Better Jobs
February 13, 2018
Community Development Corp.
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Keynote on Bill 148
November 30, 2017
County of Simcoe -2nd Annual Simcoe County Manufacturers’ Forum
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Employment Law 101
October 26, 2017
Canadian Institute of Steel Construction
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Employment Law: Leave & Accommodation Issues both North and South of the Border
October 15, 2017
International Municipal Lawyers Association
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Employment Litigation Trends Post Wilson v. Atomic Energy of Canada Ltd
September 14, 2017
The Law Society of Ontario (LSUC)
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Best Practices for Hiring & Firing: What Franchisors and Franchisees Can Do To Avoid Legal Pitfalls
April 2, 2017
Canadian Franchise Association, National Convention
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Legal Aspect of H&S, Workers’ Compensation and AODA
March 22, 2017
Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) Ontario
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AODA: Requirements & Solutions
March 22, 2017
Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) Ontario
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Social Media and the New Workplace: Is Your Brand and Reputation Protected?
March 8, 2017
Employment Law Alliance, Webinar
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Lessons from 2016 & Tips for 2017
January 26, 2017
Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA), Live Webinar
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What a Difference a Year Makes! Lessons from 2016 & Tips for 2017!
December 6, 2016
Sherrard Kuzz LLP, HReview Seminar
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How Do Zero Tolerance Policies for Workplace Violence Fare at Arbitration?
May 26, 2016
The Law Society of Ontario
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A Year in Review: Key Canadian Labour and Employment Law Developments in 2015 and What to Expect in 2016
February 24, 2016
Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA)
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Executive Employment, Panel Chair
September 11, 2015
CACE 2015 Conference
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Bill 18: Stronger Workplaces for a Stronger Economy Act
August 19, 2015
Human Resources Professionals Association
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The Pros’ Perspectives: Union, Employer and Arbitrator Insights on Current Issues
October 15, 2014
Ontario Bar Association
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Choosing the Right Workplace Relationship
October 2, 2014
HR Reporter Webinar, Thomson Reuters