Ontario’s ESA Update

Human Resources Advisory

Published on: 09/09/2025

Effective January 1, 2026, Ontario is implementing new hiring rules for employers with 25 or more staff to increase recruitment transparencyPublic job postings must include expected compensation or a pay range, prohibit "Canadian experience" requirements, and disclose AI use in screening. Employers must also state if a posting is for an existing vacancy and notify interviewed candidates within 45 days.