Archived Webinars
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Women in Leadership: Dynamic Views from Professionals & Lawyers
CPD for Lawyers: 1.25 EDI Professionalism Hours, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1.25 Hours
Join us for this engaging program which will highlight some of the personal stories of women leaders. Hear their views on how they have achieved leadership status, maintain a leadership mindset, and l... -
Exploring Accessibility: Healthcare, Design, Advocacy & Law
CPD for Lawyers: 1.5 EDI Professionalism Hours, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1.5 Hours
Join our esteemed panellists for a dynamic program which will provide registrants with first-hand stories of the lived experience of navigating the world as a person with a disability, alongside leadi... -
Ontario Land Use Planning Right Now: Putting the New Pieces Together
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
Join members of our Aird & Berlis Municipal & Land Use Planning Group as they discuss the significant updates in Ontario’s municipal land use policies and what stakeholders should anticipate in the ne... -
In Recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: Kimberly Murray, Special Interlocutor for Missing Children and Unmarked Graves and Burial Sites
CPD for Lawyers: 1.25 EDI Professionalism Hours
Join us in support of bringing truth to future generations by learning more about the ongoing work being done by the OSI in reconciling the history and destructive legacy of Residential Schools on Ind... -
LGBTQ2+ People in the Legal Workforce & Beyond: Employment, Environment & Industry
CPD for Lawyers: 1.25 EDI Professionalism Hours, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1.25 Hours
Join us for a panel discussion in recognition of Pride Month, where employment experts will discuss strategies employers can use to create inclusive workplaces for LGBTQ2+ professionals and lawyers. -
Labour and Employment Law: Legal Updates for Canadian Employers
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
Join members of the Aird & Berlis Workplace Law Group as they delve into the legislative changes and case law developments that are reshaping the landscape of labour and employment law in Canada. -
Under Attack: Safeguarding Technology in the Age of AI
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
Join members of the Aird & Berlis Technology Law Group as they discuss complexities surrounding innovative technology and its profound implications for cybersecurity incidents. Gain an understanding o... -
Real Estate in Distress and the Search for Solutions
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
Join members of the Aird & Berlis Distressed Real Estate Group as they discuss traditional mortgage remedies and provide insights into receivership options. Gain an understanding of the current crisis... -
Mining Series: Part 2 - Unlocking Opportunities in Latin America - Spotlight on Bolivia
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
Join our panel of experts as they discuss considerations for Canadian mining companies doing business in Bolivia and gain insight into the Bolivian legal framework on mining rights, tenure agreements ... -
Mining Series: Part 1 - An Overview of Canada's Mineral Sector
CPD for Lawyers: 1.25 Substantive Hours
Join our panel of experts for an overview of the Canadian mining sector and the recent economic landscape, learn about the specific disclosure standards established in National Instrument 43-101 - Sta... -
Top Trends in Labour and Employment Law: Looking Back at 2023, Looking Ahead to 2024
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
Join members of the Aird & Berlis Workplace Law Group as they review and discuss the top workplace law matters impacting employers from 2023 and provide insight into the top trends for 2024. -
Black Excellence in Law: Exploring Opportunities in the Legal Profession
The goal of this virtual event is to show Black youth that the sky really is the limit when it comes to career paths. Each of our panellists will bring their unique voice to the session and speak to t... -
Women Professionals & Lawyers Discuss the 'Second Shift' as Family Caregivers
CPD for Lawyers: 1.5 EDI Professionalism Hours, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1.5 Hours
We invite you to join our panel of industry professionals for a thoughtful discussion on managing family caregiving while maintaining a robust career. We will also allocate time to delve into the goal... -
Post-Pandemic Return to Office: Addressing Remote Work and Accommodation Challenges
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
In this webinar, our lawyers will delve into the issue of remote work, effective performance management, and the nuances and challenges surrounding constructive dismissal. Don’t miss this opportunity ... -
Navigating Property Assessment and Taxation: Insights for Developers and Owners
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
Ontario’s Property Assessment Notice serves as a pivotal document for property developers and owners. The notice outlines the property’s assessed value and classification, and has a direct impact on t... -
D&O Insurance Coverage for Private Companies
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
Directors and officers of private companies face personal liability risk at common law and under various statutes. D&O insurance can mitigate that risk, while also providing private businesses with in... -
Intergenerational Trauma and the Protective Effects of Culture in Relation to Well-Being Among First Nations Peoples in Canada
CPD for Lawyers: 1 EDI Professionalism Hour
September 30th marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day supports the Canadian government's commitment to reconciliation with Indigenous communities across the country, ensuring th... -
On Appeal: Strategies to Empower Municipal Adjudicative Bodies
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
From property standards to dangerous dogs, municipal adjudicative bodies serve a crucial role in the enforcement of local regulations and by-laws within our communities. Empowering these boards, tribu... -
Benchmark Replacement and Other Interest-ing Matters
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
Beyond the headlines on rising central bank rates, there is an unusual number of changes occurring to the lending interest rate landscape. Lenders are adjusting to the replacement of the London Interb... -
LGBTQ2+ Representation in the Legal Sector: Insights from Industry
CPD for Lawyers: 1.25 EDI Professionalism Hours
In recognition of Pride Month 2023, join us for a panel discussion including lawyers who are members of the LGBTQ2+ community. Hear their perspectives regarding ways the industry continues to evolve i... -
Architectural Design Projects Through an Indigenous Lens
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
Join us for a one-hour presentation from Matthew Hickey, Partner at Two Row Architect, as he takes us through the lens of Indigenous design and its application to architecture projects. The program wi... -
Update on Employment Law: Trends and Changes in the First Half of 2023
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
Employers continue to deal with the aftershock of the COVID-19 pandemic, with hybrid and mixed-location workforces presenting an array of challenges that did not previously exist. This is further comp... -
Expanding to Canada 101
For U.S. companies seeking to expand into international markets, Canada often serves as a natural destination. A stable government, strong infrastructure and highly educated workforce make for an appe... -
Examining Bill C-19: The Criminalization of Wage-Fixing and No-Poaching Agreements in Canada
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
Following a significant overhaul to Canada’s Competition Act in 2022, as part of the implementation of Bill C-19, the Budget Implementation Act, 2022, No. 1, specific amendments related to wage-fixing... -
Provincial Planning Statement: A Proposal to Refresh the Provincial Policy Statement and Growth Plan
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
In this complimentary webinar, Laura Dean and Paula Boutis will review the changes that accompany the aforementioned announcement and their impact on future land-use planning decisions across Ontario. -
Conservation Authorities and Natural Heritage
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
In the last of this four-part series breaking down the impact of these legislative changes, Paula Boutis of Aird & Berlis will review the recent changes to the role of conservation authorities that wi... -
Parkland Appeals
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
In the third of this four-part series breaking down the impact of these legislative changes, Alexander Suriano of Aird & Berlis will discuss Bill 23 amendments to Section 42 regarding parkland contrib... -
Site Plans
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
In the second of this four-part series breaking down the impact of these legislative changes, Leo Longo and Matthew Helfand of Aird & Berlis will discuss how Bill 23 impacts site plan agreements. Bruc... -
Work From Home: The New Normal?
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
Join members of the Aird & Berlis Workplace Law Group as they discuss the legal and practical challenges involved in dealing with remote workers, and provide best practices for managing the workplace... -
Update on Probate Planning: New Reporting Requirements for Bare Trusts
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
Transferring legal title of Ontario real estate to a bare trust corporation is a common probate planning technique for property owners. In combination with the use of multiple wills, this planning avo... -
Ontario Heritage Act
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
In the first of this four-part series breaking down the impact of these legislative changes, Eileen Costello and Naomi Mares of Aird & Berlis will review important changes which effectively shift the ... -
Black Voices (In)Justice: Supporting Black Youth Representation in the Legal Profession
CPD for Lawyers: 2.5 EDI Professionalism Hours
Join the Ontario Heritage Trust and Aird & Berlis for this special complimentary program, Black Voices (In)Justice: Supporting Black Youth Representation in the Legal Profession. -
Accessing Non-Dilutive Government and ITB Credit Financing Alternatives
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
Non-dilutive capital is an important element to any company’s capitalization strategy. For early-stage ventures, it can be particularly important, especially in challenging markets where equity capita... -
Discussion on the Metaverse Part 3: Employment and Labour Law
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
Join Donald Johnston, Lorenzo Lisi and Sairam Sanathkumar as they discuss the challenges and opportunities of the workplace in the metaverse. -
Best Practices for Organizations to Create Inclusive Workplaces for People with Disabilities
CPD for Lawyers: 1 EDI Professionalism Hour, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
Join us for an engaging discussion with Lorin MacDonald, a human rights lawyer supporting people with disabilities. Lorin is an accessibility subject matter expert and the founder of HearVue, a social... -
Psychedelics: A Complex and Changing Regulatory Landscape Focused on Scientific Research and IP Protection
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
Join our panel of industry experts for a complimentary webinar to learn about recent scientific research on psychedelic medicine, updates to the shifting regulatory landscape, and how to navigate the ... -
Discussion on the Metaverse: Part 2
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
The metaverse has the potential to transform the internet and following in its path will be a major challenge to data security and privacy. The metaverse is a sizeable database of personal and privat... -
Building More Homes Faster: Analyzing the Legislative Changes of Bill 23
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
Ontario’s housing crisis is well-documented. Supply and affordability issues have resulted in many residents being unable to secure an attainable home that suits their family’s needs. On October 25, 2... -
The Future of Sports Betting In Canada
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
There’s a buzz about the gaming industry. Both the regulated and unregulated sports betting markets are undergoing significant change around the world, but particularly in Canada. -
Managing the Challenges of Today’s Workforce: Attraction and Retention of Talent in an Era of Economic Uncertainty
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
As employers begin to recover from the massive disruption experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a real threat that the Canadian economy may move into a recession in the near future. Labo... -
Discussion on the Metaverse
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
The definition of the Metaverse and what it means in a socio-economic and legal sense remains nebulous, but there is near consensus that interoperability and openness are cornerstones to a virtual wor... -
Reinventing You: Personal Branding and Authenticity in the Workplace
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Professionalism Hour, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
Join the Aird & Berlis Women’s Initiative Co-Chairs, Adria Leung Lim and Jacqueline (Jack) Goslett, alongside Jeanne Lam, President of Wattpad, for an insightful conversation about reinventing yoursel... -
Condominium Development in Ontario: Legislative Updates, Best Practices and Market Trends
CPD for Lawyers: 2 Substantive Hours
Gain insight into condominium development in the current marketplace and what to expect in the future. -
Addressing Indigenous Consent for Infrastructure and Development Projects
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
ACCESS ARCHIVEExternal Speakers: Darwin Hanna - Founding Partner, Callison & HannaCarol Anne Hilton - CEO & Founder, Indigenomics Institute and the Global Centre of In... -
Creating Inclusive Workplaces for Transgender Professionals
CPD for Lawyers: 1.25 EDI Professionalism Hours, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1.25 Hours
ACCESS ARCHIVEExternal Speaker:Emily O'Donohue - Director and Associate General Counsel, Ontario Teachers’ Pension PlanIn recognition of Pride Month 2022 in June, we are deli... -
Asian Canadians in the Legal Sector: Industry Leaders Talk Success, Challenges and the March Forward
CPD for Lawyers: 1 EDI Professionalism Hour
ACCESS ARCHIVEExternal Speakers:Justice Julia Shin Doi - Ontario Superior Court of JusticeJustice Maryka Omatsu - Semi-Retired, Ontario Court of JusticeHenry Yu - Associate Professor, History Pri... -
Young Professionals: Navigating Your Career in the New World
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Professionalism Hour, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
ACCESS ARCHIVEExternal Speaker:Kate Devlin - Senior Counsel, Ernst & Young LLPEmployment opportunities for young professionals have changed over the last two years due to the advancement of remote... -
Decision Making by the Declining Mind: How Friends and Family Can Help, and the Risk for Abuse
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
ACCESS ARCHIVEWhen a person’s mental capacity diminishes and they are unable to make their own decisions - often due to aging, illness or injury - friends or family members naturally step in to ... -
From the Locker Room to the Boardroom: Empowering Women Through Sport
CPD for Lawyers: 1 EDI Professionalism Hour
ACCESS ARCHIVEIn recognition of International Women’s Day, hear from four women lawyers whose involvement in sport has positioned them for success in their personal and professional lives, and l... -
Black Women Leaders: Diversity in the Legal Profession
CPD for Lawyers: 1 EDI Professionalism Hour
ACCESS ARCHIVEExternal Speakers: Sarah Coderre - Partner | Lawyer & Co-Founder, Bow River Law LLPTasha De Freitas - Senior Associate | Lawyer & Patent Agent, Torys LLPBéatrice... -
2021 Year in Review: Top Labour and Employment Trends
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
Access Archive Many of us hoped that 2021 would be the year that our lives returned to "normal." However, we spent the second year of the pandemic continuing to navigate the upheavals in our pers... -
Update on Psychedelics: Science and Capital Markets
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
ACCESS ARCHIVEExternal Speakers: Doug Drysdale, CEO - CybinSumant S. Kulkarni, Managing Director - Canaccord Genuity LLCDavid Wood, Chief Legal Officer & General Counsel - PsygenThe con... -
On-Demand Video - Expect Acceptance: The Story of Transgender Lawyer Angela Swan & Her Daughter Ellen Swan
CPD for Lawyers: 1.25 EDI Professionalism Hours
ACCESS VIDEOExternal Speaker: Ellen Swan (she/her), Lawyer - Caravel LawAngela Swan is a lawyer, author and educator who has been practising law in Ontario since the 1960s. With over 50 year... -
Private Business Leaders Talk Success & Innovation
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
ACCESS ARCHIVEExternal Speakers: Ribat Chowdhury - Co-Founder, The Happy BoxSana Virji - Co-Founder, The Happy BoxJoe Glionna - President, Newcom Media Inc.Mike Kessel - President ... -
Cannabis Sector Update: M&A, Financing, Legal Matters & More
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
ACCESS ARCHIVEExternal Speakers:Jordan Lewis - Founder, Chairman and President, Fotmer Life SciencesDan Reid - Vice President, Corporate Development, ParallelIn the first quarter of 202... -
Uncovering Canadian Cryptocurrency Challenges
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
ACCESS ARCHIVEEncrypted digital currencies - or cryptocurrencies - have risen in popularity as the world of international commerce moves faster than ever. Our society is increasingly digital and crypt... -
Women Today: Caregiving, Career, Mental Health & Resilience
CPD for Lawyers: 1.25 Professionalism Hours, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1.25 Hours
ACCESS ARCHIVEExternal Speaker: Andrea Sadler, Occupational Therapist and Psychotherapist - Women's College HospitalWomen working in all professions have felt an unprecedented impact on thei... -
Post-Pandemic Planning for Employers: Next Steps for Reopening
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
ACCESS ARCHIVEWhile there are still challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic, significant increases in vaccination rates across Canada and improvements to key public health and health care indicato... -
5 Surprising Reasons Canada is a Premier Destination for Growing European Companies
CPD for Lawyers: 45 Substantive Minutes
External Speakers:Kristina McDougall - Principal & Founder, Artemis CanadaStephanie Scheifele - Director, Global Product Information, DematicMaria Suarez - Market Dev... -
Expanding into Canada for Experts (And Non-experts Too!)
CPD for Lawyers: 45 Substantive Minutes, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 30 Minutes
External Speakers:Kristina McDougall - Principal & Founder, Artemis CanadaSamantha Mudaly - Director, People - Engineering & Technology, Turntide TechnologiesSean Smith&nbs... -
Indigenous Business Leaders Talk Employment, Industry & Growth
CPD for Lawyers: 1.25 Substantive Hours, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 45 Minutes
External Speakers: Laurie Froman, Director - Grand River Employment and TrainingScott Hill, Vice President - Original Traders EnergyACCESS ARCHIVENational Indigenous Peoples Day is celebrated eac... -
The LGBTQ2+ Family: Family Law, Family Status & Workplace Accommodation
CPD for Lawyers: 1.25 Substantive Hours, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1.25 Hours
External Speakers:Sara R. Cohen, Fertility Lawyer - Fertility Law CanadaSandeep Nair, Manager of Business Development - Pride at Work CanadaACCESS ARCHIVE The passing of the Civil ... -
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act: Legal Compliance with Web Accessibility and Accessibility Compliance Reports
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
ACCESS ARCHIVEUnder the legal requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), organizations with 20 or more employees in Ontario must submit an accessibil... -
Workplace Vaccinations: Legal Considerations and Recommendations for Employers
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
ACCESS ARCHIVEWith the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine ramping up around the world, employers are now raising questions about their return-to-work strategy, specifically focusing on the issue of workp... -
Then and Now: Legal and Legislative Challenges Faced by Asian-Canadians
CPD for Lawyers: 15 EDI Professionalism Minutes
External Speakers:The Honourable Avvy Yao-Yao Go - Justice of the Federal CourtDr. Angie Wong - Adjunct Professor, Lakehead University Indigenous Learning DepartmentACCESS ARCHIVEJoin us for... -
Privacy and Data Breach Response: Managing the Process, Notifications and Mitigating Damages
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
External Speakers:Sandy Boucher - Principal, Forensics Advisory - Grant Thornton LLPChris Cameron - Account Executive - The Magnes GroupACCESS ARCHIVEAs the number of privacy ... -
Occupational Health & Safety: Lessons Learned From the Pandemic
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
ACCESS ARCHIVEFor employers, liability related to occupational health and safety for their employees has always been of critical concern. For key industries with more safety risks on the job, this con... -
The Escalation of Elder Abuse During COVID-19: Practical Strategies for Protecting Yourself and Loved Ones
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
External Speakers:Laura Tamblyn Watts - CEO, CanAge - Canada’s National Seniors’ Advocacy OrganizationRaeann Rideout - Director, Provincial Partnerships & Outreach ... -
Privacy and Data Breach Prevention: Safeguarding Your Business
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
External Speakers: Claudiu Popa - CEO, Informatica SecurityACCESS ARCHIVEAs more people work from home during the pandemic, privacy and data breaches are on the rise. The prevalence and sophistic... -
2021 Business Planning for Young Leaders: Tips and Tricks for a Successful Year
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Professionalism Hour
External Speakers: Tyler Kirk - Vice President, Technology Banking, Silicon Valley BankDaniel Rodic - Head of Market Development, ClearbancSamantha Rogers - Co-Founder and Chief Strategist, ... -
Examination and Discussion of the Duty of Honesty in Contractual Performance
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
ACCESS ARCHIVEThe Supreme Court of Canada recently clarified and expanded the scope of the duty to act honestly in the performance of a contract (known as duty of good faith), as previously recognized... -
Outlook on the Canadian Mining Sector: Opportunities for Growth and Investment
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
External Speaker:Bruce Sprague - National Mining Leader, BDOACCESS ARCHIVEThe Canadian mining sector has experienced a resurgence throughout 2020, with a significant rise in the number of fi... -
Top Labour and Employment Trends From 2020: Preparing for the Unpredictable
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
ACCESS ARCHIVE2020 was a year no one could have predicted. We watched as the global pandemic took the world by storm and created long-lasting effects we need to navigate. Businesses around the world f... -
Stories from Canadian Para Athletes: Waiting for Game Day
CPD for Lawyers: 1.25 Substantive Hours
External Speakers: Camille Bérubé - Two-Time Paralympian, SwimmingTara Llanes - ParaPan Champion, Wheelchair BasketballJosh Vander Vies - Retired Paralympic Medallist... -
The Canadian Landscape for Business Expansion and Relocation
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
External Speakers: Naumaan Hameed - KPMG Law LLP, Sean Smith - Waterloo EDC, David Wigg - Enlighted Inc -
An Employer’s Guide for Addressing Racial Discrimination in the Workplace
CPD for Lawyers: 1 EDI Professionalism Hour, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
External Speakers: Esi Codjoe - Turnpenney Milne LLP, Nadine Spencer - Black Business and Professional Association -
Celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day: An Interview With Chief Jessica Hill, Oneida Nation of the Thames
CPD for Lawyers: 1 EDI Professionalism Hour, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
External Speaker: Chief Jessica Hill, Oneida Nation of the Thames -
Fostering an Authentic LGBTQ2+ Inclusion Strategy for Your Business: Legal & Organizational Considerations
CPD for Lawyers: 1 EDI Professionalism Hour, CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
External Speaker: Colin Druhan - Executive Director, Pride at Work Canada / Fierté au travail Canada -
Successes and Challenges: Hearing the Stories of Leading Asian-Canadian Lawyers
CPD for Lawyers: 1 EDI Professionalism Hour
External Speakers: Sony Gokhale, Deputy General Counsel at League Justice Julia Shin Doi - Ontario Superior Court of Justice -
Pride at Work
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In this webinar, our panel will discuss ways to empower employers to build inclusive workplaces and outline the laws which protect the LGBTQ2+ community on the job.