Ontario

Ontario’s primary industries include manufacturing, finance, technology, and natural resources. Manufacturing spans various sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and pharmaceuticals, contributing significantly to the provincial economy. Finance and technology thrive in urban centers like Toronto, with a booming financial district and a growing tech industry known as the “Silicon Valley of the North.” Natural resources like mining, forestry, and agriculture also play a role, particularly in regions outside major cities. Working conditions vary widely: manufacturing and tech offer diverse roles in urban settings, while natural resource industries often involve physically demanding work, especially in mining and forestry. Ontario’s economic diversity provides a wide range of job opportunities with varying skill sets and working environments.

Month In Review – Ontario

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OHS Policy Statement (Ontario Version)

OHS laws require all companies to have an OHS policy,

OHS & Workers’ Comp Workplace Posting Requirements Checklist ? Ontario

The duty to post notices, information and other materials at

2026 Workers’ Comp Rates Across Canada ​

Most jurisdictions are cutting or keeping premiums the same in 2026

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Environmental Fines And Penalties: Enforcement Trends For The Natural Resource Sector

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The 12 Questions OHS Inspectors Ask During Combustible Dust Inspections

Because dust appears harmless and accumulates slowly, companies often treat combustible dust as a [...]

Worker Safety in Waste Management

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Handling Pesticides & Herbicides Safely

Safe handling of pesticides and herbicides is a critical occupational health and safety (OHS) [...]

2026 OHS Fines Scorecard (March 15 to April 15)

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Because Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) laws were written when the industrial workforce was [...]

Menstrual Products – Know The Laws of Your Province

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Manual Handling Is a System Failure

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A Brief History of Behaviour-Based Safety

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