February 9, 2023
| 2023 Ontario Economic Report by Ontario Chamber of Commerce The Ontario Chamber of Commerce released its seventh annual Ontario Economic Report (OER). The 2023 OER contains regional and sector-specific data on business confidence, public policy priorities, regional forecasts, and timely business issues such as employee health and well-being, climate change, succession planning, diversity and inclusion, reconciliation, and remote work. Click here to read the full report. |
Joint Letter – Replacement Workers
As part of the Government’s supply agreement with the NDP, they have committed to introduce anti-replacement worker legislation by the end of 2023 – that would seek to prohibit the use of replacement workers in federally regulated sectors. The proposal to introduce such legislation raises serious concern for Canadian business, including many that play an essential role in growing our economy and ensuring that our supply chains operate efficiently.
The CFA participated in this joint submission with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce and 75 other Chambers and Associations. Click the link below to view the letter.
CFA’S ADVOCACY PRIORITIES FOR 2022-2023
- Educating Public Officials About Franchising
- Access to Labour for Franchisors and Franchisees
- Access to Capital
- Common Employer: Adopt the 4 Factor Test
- Ensuring a Fair Playing Field for Franchised Business under Environmental Legislation
Common Employer: Adopt the Four-Factor Test
There needs to be clarity in employment law that allows the franchisor to protect their intellectual property and maintain standards across the system, without the risk of a labour board deeming such actions de facto control, which would result in a common employer declaration. READ MORE.
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RELEVANT NEWS
Consumer and business bankruptcies soar following termination of government aid
The number of insolvency filings from Canadian consumers jumped 11.2 per cent in 2022 compared with 2021, according to Statistics Canada.
Faced with slowing economy, B.C. promises to keep spending taps open
The Throne Speech also acknowledges public anxiety about inflation, public safety and an overburdened health care system. “By far the biggest source of anxiety for people right now is the rising cost of living,” Ms. Austin read.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation may become statutory holiday in British Columbia
On February 7, 2023 the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Act received First Reading in the British Columbia Legislature.
N.S. minimum wage to rise to $15 in October, 6 months earlier than planned
This comes after the province’s Minimum Wage Review Committee recommended last month that the wage increase be accelerated due to the impacts of inflation.
Why did Bank of Canada hike rate again? Summary release to explain decision
The Bank of Canada is set to publish its first summary of deliberations Wednesday, giving Canadians a peak into the governing council’s reasoning behind its decision to raise interest rates last month.
| Looking to hire? The CFA is hosting a virtual Career Fair in collaboration with Humber College to help address the labour shortage issues affecting our members. For one flat fee of $100, you’ll have the chance to: -Submit unlimited job postings for positions across your organization -Access Humber College’s pool of qualified, eager students looking to gain co-op work experience and earn school credits -Hire for part-time, full-time, and unpaid internship positions -Have your job postings featured on the CFA’s job board and Humber College’s career portal –Retain student contacts for future opportunities REGISTER NOW |
RELEVANT NEWS
Canada extends and expands open work permit program for Hong Kong residents | February 6, 2023
As central bankers talk tough on inflation, markets prepare for rate cuts | February 3, 2023
Canada’s Labour Shortage and Trends for to Watch for 2023 | February 2, 2023
Promote your job opportunities with the CFA
To take advantage of this new opportunity, please submit your job postings (including a job description and directions for how to apply) to Andrew Schopp at aschopp@cfa.ca. For any inquiries, please contact Jessi-Lyna Wan at jwan@cfa.ca.
