Muneeza Sheikh
Partner | Levitt LLP
Toronto, ON, CANADA
Muneeza Sheikh practices in the area of labour and employment law
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Muneeza Sheikh practices in the area of labour and employment law. She provides advice and representation in employment matters to corporations and executives, including dismissal, hiring, contracts, human rights and employment litigation. Muneeza successfully resolves difficult and complex employment matters, both litigious and non-litigious.
Muneeza works closely with her employer clients to ensure their policies relating to employment law and human rights are enforced and applied throughout the workplace in a manner that is efficient and consistent. She conducts a number of management and HR workshops, to help keep employers apprised of what their obligations are under the current employment legislative scheme.
In her labour law practice, Muneeza works with employers in preparing and presenting complex labour matters before administrative tribunals and the court. She has represented clients before the Ontario Labour Relations Board, the Workplace Safety & Insurance Board, the Grievance Settlement Board, and at private arbitrations.
Within her practice, Muneeza has also conducted a number of workshops on the importance of diversity engagement in the workplace. In 2015, she was a speaker at the Women and Leadership conference, and spoke specifically to diversity and equality in the workplace.
In her personal time, Muneeza acts as a Board member for the Muslim Welfare Centre, a Canadian charity doing work both inside and outside of the Muslim Community. She is also the Director of Communications for the Canadian Muslim Vote, an organization that strives to increase the engagement of Muslim Canadians in the democratic process.
Muneeza is regularly invited to present workshops at mosques, community centres, shelters, and various universities to speak about her experience as a lawyer, and a human rights activist. Muneeza was also featured in CBC’s documentary titled “Muneeza in the Middle”, which aired in January of 2015. The documentary looked at her journey in trying to reconcile her identity as a Muslim woman with her identity as a Canadian woman. The documentary was widely received, and since then, Muneeza has been contacted on a number of occasions to speak to identity issues as a second generation Canadian.
Areas of Expertise (7)
Canadian Politics
Diversity Engagement in the Workplace
Human Rights in Canada
Labour Law in Canada
Employment Law in Canada
Diversity in Canada
Criminal Law
Affiliations (3)
- Muslim Welfare Centre : Board Member
- Canadian Muslim Vote : Director of Communications
- Style Counsel : Co Founder
Links (2)
Languages (3)
- English
- Urdu
- Hindi
Media Appearances (147)
Disgruntled gig economy workers look at closing employment loopholes
BNN News Network tv
2019-08-09
Muneeza Sheikh, employment lawyer at Levitt LLP, joins BNN Bloomberg's Amanda Lang for a look at the challenges that workers in the gig economy face. She also discusses the potential ramifications from growing calls for better working conditions and the growing chorus of workers hoping to unionize.
Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan criticized over U.S. prison company shares
CBC News tv
2019-07-11
The Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Board had shares in private U.S. prison companies that run immigration detention centers but divested them in early April.
CBC Poll: First time Voters are optimistic.
CBC News tv
2019-07-03
More likely to say that Canada does not have a corruption problem.
Andrew Scheer's climate plan leaves a lot to voters' imaginations
CBC News tv
2019-06-19
Presenting the Conservative Party's climate platform on Wednesday, Andrew Scheer exulted over the document's length and weight. "Sixty pages," he said, holding the document aloft. "Eleven thousand words."
Prosecutors to drop criminal case of breach of trust against Vice-Admiral Mark Norman
CBC News tv
2019-05-08
Federal prosecutors are expected to abandon their criminal prosecution of the military's former second-in-command, Vice-Admiral Mark Norman, CBC News has confirmed. The Public Prosecution Service of Canada plans to withdraw the single breach of trust charge that was laid last year against the former vice chief of the defence staff, but has yet to confirm the reasons why, sources said late Tuesday.
GM workers learn layoff details
City News tv
2019-05-09
GM employees gathered in Whitby on Thursday to hear details of a new transformation agreement that will see an Oshawa plant slated for closure converted into a part-stamping and autonomous vehicle testing facility.
Poll: Liberal Support lowest since elected.
CBC News tv
2019-04-29
Only 27 percent of respondents said they would vote Liberal again.
Is it time to get tougher with Facbook?
CBC News tv
2019-04-25
Facebook has failed to protect the private information of its Canadian users again.
No 'involuntary job losses' as hundreds of teachers receive layoff notices
City News tv
2019-04-17
Hundreds of teachers across the GTA received layoff notices this week, with more expected. On Tuesday, Ontario’s second-largest school board – the Peel Region District School Board – told more than 300 teachers that they were being “surplused” for the next school year. Wednesday, they were joined by the Halton Public School Board which told about 150 elementary teachers they would be “potentially redundant,” though the board hopes to call some of those teachers back. Notices have also gone out to teachers in Toronto, Dufferin-Peel, Hamilton, and Halton, but parents and teachers are still wondering what will this mean in the classroom? And is the provincial government going back on its promise not to cut frontline jobs? Education Minister Lisa Thompson has said repeatedly that the surplus letters are not cuts to teachers. “There will be no involuntary job loss associated with our education plan and how we are moving forward to fix a broken system,” says Thompson. The Progressive Conservatives’ plan involves increasing average class sizes in Grades 4 through 12 and mandatory online courses for high school students. “I have to be very, very clear, what we’re hearing about coming from Peel region, is a routine process that is happening in every school board across Ontario. This time of year is when school boards take a look at their roster, they identify who’s coming back from maternity leave, they’re identifying who is retiring, they are identifying who might have an assignment to take them to the board or who’s coming back from posibily a coaching assignment,” says Thompson. “The fact of the matter is what we’re hearing about these recent weeks is a routine, absolute process that is done year in, year out.” Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board, which has sent notices to 170 teachers, told CityNews in a statement that the annual review was influenced by the education changes. “This is a typical part of the annual staffing process which has been exacerbated by changes to secondary class size ratios and other Ministry changes,” says Bruce Campbell, spokesperson for the DPCDSB. “Some of those teachers who have received a surplus notice will be placed in permanent teaching vacancies, while others may be placed in long-term occasional assignments. It is expected that all those who received surplus letters will retain full-time employment with the board.” For any Ontario teachers who don’t get a new posting, the move from full-time to occasional or
Is Justin Trudeau's political future in jeopardy? The Canadian prime minister is embroiled in a scandal that could undermine his bid for re-election.
Al Jazeera tv
2019-04-09
News Middle East Documentaries Shows Investigations Opinion In Pictures More ml TRENDING: Venezuela Jamal Khashoggi Pope Francis Nuclear weapons Football Live Search form The Stream Main menu Stories About EPISODE April 9, 2019 Is Justin Trudeau's political future in jeopardy? The Canadian prime minister is embroiled in a scandal that could undermine his bid for re-election. 0 Comments 0 Shares Pocket Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau came to power in 2015 promising a new era of government transparency and inclusion, especially for women and indigenous communities. But a corruption scandal involving the engineering firm SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. not only threatens his hope for a second term, but the political future of his Liberal Party. The controversy began when Jody Wilson-Raybould, Canada’s first indigenous attorney general, said she was demoted to minister of veterans affairs because she resisted pressure to defer prosecution of SNC-Lavalin, a Montreal-based company accused of bribery and fraud. SNC-Lavalin has said it ousted the executives involved and implemented stricter ethics policies. Trudeau and his office have also denied any wrongdoing. While many Liberal MPs stood by the prime minister, Treasury Board President Jane Philpott resigned from his Cabinet, citing a loss of confidence in how the affair has been handled. Last week, Wilson-Raybould and Philpott were both expelled from the Liberal caucus. The entire ordeal has put considerable pressure on Trudeau ahead of October’s federal election, giving ammunition to political rivals and calling into question his commitment to the progressive values that helped him become a left-wing darling worldwide. So, will Prime Minister Trudeau be able to weather the storm, or will his office’s alleged mismanagement of the SNC-Lavalin scandal upset his political ambitions and those of the Liberal Party? Join the conversation. On this episode of The Stream, we speak with: Chris Selley @cselley Columnist, National Post nationalpost.com Muneeza Sheikh @Muneezalawyer Senior lawyer, Levitt LLP levittllp.com Niigaanwewidam Sinclair @Niigaanwewidam Professor in Native Studies, University of Manitoba umanitoba.ca
Jody Wilson Raybould and Philpott out of caucas.
CBC News tv
2019-04-02
Former Attorney General tried to make a case for staying by writing a letter.
Committee votes against ethics probe.
CBC News tv
2019-03-26
Tories and NDP want Jane Philpott and Wilson-Raybould to appear in probe.
Tory efforts to delay budget thwarted. Part 1
CBC News tv
2019-03-20
Bill Morneau tables new budget despite interruptions by the Conservatives.
Rachel Notely calls Spring Election. Part 2
CBC News tv
2019-03-20
Kenny wants to kill of the provincial carbon tax.
Prime Minister Plans Next Steps.
CBC News tv
2019-03-05
Minister Philpott resigns in wake of SNC - Lavalin. Muneeza and Panel discuss the situation.
PM Announces Emergency Cabinet Shuffle
CBC News tv
2019-02-28
In the wake of SNC-Lavalin and testimony from Jody Wilson-Raybould Prime Minister Justin Trudeau shuffles cabinet. Muneeza joins panel discussion.
What the Burnaby byelection means for the NDP
CBC News tv
2019-02-25
We are just a few hours away from the polls closing in the Burnaby-South byelection. It is a key race for the New Democratic Party - leading up to the federal election in the fall. NDP leader Jagmeet Singh is vying to get his first seat in Parliament. But this riding has been competitive for all three major parties in the past. The NDP won by a narrow margin in the last federal election in 2015.
General Motors files application to stop Unifor ‘illegal strikes’
Global News tv
2019-02-21
The labour dispute between GM and its Oshawa workers continues. The auto giant has now contacted the Ontario Labour Relations Board to put a stop to what the company is calling “illegal strikes.” Aaron Streck has the story.
The pitfalls of capping CEO compensation
BNN Bloomberg TV tv
2019-02-21
Ontario is imposing a directive on Hydro One to cap its executive compensation at $1.5 million. Muneeza Sheikh, employment lawyer and partner at Levitt LLP, tells BNN Bloomberg that such a move is sets a low bar as the company continues to search for a new CEO.
Liberals limit scope of investigation in SNC Laval probe.
CBC News tv
2019-02-13
One member calls it one of the most troubling cases in years.
Prime Minister faces allegations of obstruction.
CBC News tv
2019-02-07
Report: PMO pressured former AG to intervene in SNC-Lavalin case.
The Panel: NDP party leaks documents, and the future of Facebook
Global News tv
2019-02-05
Laura Babcock and Muneeza Sheikh join Jeff McArthur to weigh in on the discussion.
Justin Trudeau about to start town hall meeting Part 1
CBC News tv
2019-01-31
Part of cross country tour ahead of the elections.
Justin Trudeau about to start town hall meeting Part 2
CBC News tv
2019-01-31
Part of cross county too ahead of the elections. The Prime minister took many questions.
CBC Parnell discussing rising tensions with China.
CBC News tv
2019-01-22
United States confirms it will proceed with the extradition request of Meng Wanzhou.
The Panel: The risk of a carbon tax recession, and the new Canadian Food Guide
Global News tv
2019-01-22
Muneeza Sheikh and Michael Diamond join Jeff McArthur to weigh in on the conversation.
Debate brews over ruling that sends Kitchener, Ont. nurse back to work after stealing drugs
CBC News online
2019-01-18
A nurse in Kitchener, Ont., will return to work after she was fired in 2016 for stealing and using opioids and falsifying patient records. An arbitrator overseeing negotiations between the Ontario Nurses' Association and the Region of Waterloo found the region didn't accommodate the nurse, who was addicted to opioids at the time of her dismissal. (CBC)
Standing up for Canadian values in regards to China.
CBC News tv
2019-01-17
Chinese courts sentence Canadian man to death.
Drawing the line on bad behavior.
CBC News tv
2019-01-07
Drake under fire for inappropriate behavior with an underage fan.
Alberta bailout package an exercise in Ottawa PR?
CBC News radio
2018-12-19
Is Ottawa's $1.6 billion package to help the energy sector in Alberta a PR exercise that should be refused? Or could it really help? Sean Speer, senior fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, Muneeza Sheikh, an employment lawyer with Levitt LLP, and author, and columnist Michael Coren discuss.
Can Canada really be a leader in climate change?
Global News tv
2018-12-17
The Panel talks about Canada’s changing relationship with China, and analyzes Canada’s place as a climate leader on the world stage
Freeland and Muneeza discuss China, U.S and Canada relations.
CBC News tv
2018-12-14
Pompeo calls for detained Canadians to be released by China. Muneeza and panel discuss the issues at hand.
Labour lawyer talks about whether unions could fight back on GM plant closure
CBC radio
2018-11-28
In Oshawa, newly assembled trucks and cars are rolling off the line, but union leaders say GM's plan to close the plant is a breach of contract, and it's threatening new protests. We check in with a labour lawyer to see if that is the case.
Do Oshawa GM workers deserve better?
Global News tv
2018-11-26
The Panel weighs in on GM’s pulling out of Oshawa, and the caravan of migrants starting to arrive at the U.S. border
GM Plant Shutting Down.
CBC News tv
2018-11-26
The panel weighs in on GM plant closure in Ontario.
6 students charged in St. Michael's investigation
CBC News tv
2018-11-19
Toronto police arrested six teen boys from St. Michael's College School in connection with an alleged group sexual assault that was captured on video and shared on social media. School officials have been criticized for not notifying police as soon as they learned about it.
Canada's Approach: Style or Substance?
CBC News tv
2018-11-13
Ottawa to levy taxes on non complying Provinces on January 1st 2019.
Tony Clements Sexting Scandal Grows.
CBC News tv
2018-11-04
Women sharing details on Twitter.
Debating Bannon's right to speak.
CBC News tv
2018-10-30
Others argue it promotes toxic ideas.
Should banks release Canadians’ transaction data?
Global News tv
2018-10-30
The Panel talks steel tariffs and why Trudeau wants Canada’s banks to release transaction data
What do the attacks say about society?
CBC News tv
2018-10-25
11 Jewish worshipers killed in the largest attack against that community in American history.
Saudi Arabia Arrests 18 Suspects.
CBC News tv
2018-10-19
Muneeza joins discussion on latest arrest and the overall situation.
Do we still need Canada Post?
Global News tv
2018-10-19
The Panel on the Canada Post strikes and why activists are suing the mayor of Ottawa for blocking them on twitter
Is Canada ready for legal Cannabis?
CBC News tv
2018-10-09
Ottawa: There will be growing pains as we adjust.
Work place rights and Marijuana use.
CTV NEWS tv
2018-10-10
How will marijuana use and the work place deal with legalization.
Work place rights and Marijuana use.
CTV News tv
2018-10-10
Work place rights and Marijuana use.
Do young men have it tough today?
CBC News tv
2018-10-03
Trump nominee Kavanaugh facing sexual assault allegations.
U.S Senate to delay Kavanaugh Vote
CBC News tv
2018-09-28
Trump orders new investigation by FBI.
Should a Kavanaugh confirmation vote go ahead?
Global News tv
2018-09-28
The Panel talks the Kavanaugh hearing and cops in Calgary being barred from personal pot use
Did Russia get away with cheating?
CBC News tv
2018-09-20
Panel discusses Russia potential return to the Olympics.
Resistance to Brett Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court nomination in #MeToo era
Global News tv
2018-09-19
Christine Blasey Ford, the woman accusing U.S. Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh of sexual assault in 1982, wants the FBI to investigate the case. Despite the allegations, Kavanaugh’s nomination is likely to be approved. Eric Sorensen reports on Ford’s fight, and the immense challenges women face when coming forward with these types of allegations.
What does Leona Alleslev’s defection say about her?
Global News tv
2018-09-19
The Panel on the defecting politician and opioids in the workplace
Debate over notwhitstanding clause.
CBC News tv
2018-09-11
Toronto Mayor vows to fight provinces appeal.
Should a judge be able to overrule an elected official?
Global News tv
2018-09-11
The Panel on Doug Ford’s decision to invoke the nothwithstanding clause to slash Toronto City Council and why Unifor is under fire for a video singling out replacement workers
Les Moonves out: Assessing CBS' moves in the #MeToo era
BNN Bews tv
2018-09-10
Muneeza Sheikh, employment lawyer at Levitt LLP, joins BNN Bloomberg to weigh in on harassment allegations facing Les Moonves, his resignation and CBS' move to donate at least US$20 million to organizations affiliated with the #MeToo movement.
CBS CEO Les Moonves resigns - Muneeza Sheikh
CTV News tv
2018-09-10
Longtime CBS CEO Les Moonves resigned sexual misconduct allegations. We speak to employment lawyer Muneeza Sheikh for more on this.
UOIT professor launches workplace bullying study
Global News tv
2018-08-29
It's a problem many don't know how to detect: bullying in the workplace. But a UOIT professor is trying to make it a little clearer. As Aaron Streck reports, there's a new study, that's looking for public input.
From #METOO Activist to accused. Bennett was 17 when alleged assault took place.
CBC News tv
2018-08-20
Muneeza joins panel discussion.
Does Canada need a national wildfire strategy?
Global News tv
2018-08-20
The Panel talks the wildfires in B.C. and if buying pot online will jeopardize your privacy
Are racial prejudices still a concern in Canadian society?
CTV News tv
2018-08-15
Are racial prejudices still a concern in Canadian society? Muneeza joins panel discussion.
Canadians spending more on taxes.
CBC News tv
2018-08-14
Report 2017 43% of household income went to taxes.
Should the federal government respond to Saudi Arabia?
Global News tv
2018-08-10
The Panel on Saudi Arabia and the gun problem in Ontario
Time to stop Saudi arms deal?
CBC News tv
2018-08-08
Muneeza joins panel to discuss the current situation with Saudi Arabia and the financial implications for Canada.
Canada political dynasties.
CBC News tv
2018-07-25
Muneeza joins panel discussing about Mel Lastmans son joining politics.
Is Toronto still a safe city?
CBC News tv
2018-07-23
Muneeza Sheikh joins discussion about the escalation of violence in the city.
Donald Trump’s critics says his summit with Putin is “nothing short of treasonous.” Are Trump’s critics right?
Global News tv
2018-07-17
The Panel discusses the Trump-Putin summit and Justin Trudeau’s role in dealing with Trump
Is Canada trying to appease Donal Trump with mission to Iraq?
CBC News tv
2018-07-11
Muneeza joins panel discussion about Donald Trump and Canada trade wars.
Should weed legalization be delayed until cops are ready?
Global News tv
2018-07-09
The panel on weed legalization and a BC neighbourhood declaring a war on fun.
Is there an RCMP management crisis?
CBC News tv
2018-06-26
Muneeza joins CBC panel to discuss current issues with the RCMP.
Nursing-home murderer Elizabeth Wettlaufer. Work place negligence.
CTV News tv
2018-06-27
Nursing-home murderer Elizabeth Wettlaufer. Work place negligence.
The Panel: How should Canada respond to Trump?
Global News tv
2018-06-11
The panel weighs in on Trump calling betrayal on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, how Canada should look to respond on Trump’s behaviour, and whether that rhetoric risk the North Korea summit.
Donald Trump demands an investigation into whether his 2016 campaign was improperly surveilled.
Global News tv
2018-05-22
The Panel talks Trump and the Attorney General, and Taylor Swift’s fight against scalpers.
Should we be worried the emergency alert test was a failure?
Global News tv
2018-05-08
The Panel talks asylum seekers flooding Canada’s border and the government’s emergency alert system that failed its first test.
Another NDP MP under investigation.
CBC News tv
2018-05-08
Muneeza joins CBC panel discussion about the NDP and sexual misconduct allegations.
Muneeza Sheikh joins chat about why Jagmeet Singh kicked Erin Weir out of caucus.
CTV News tv
2018-05-04
Employment and labour lawyer Muneeza Sheikh joins us to chat about why Jagmeet Singh kicked Erin Weir out of caucus and whether or not failing to read non-verbal cues in social situations is a valid reason for expulsion.
Government introduces election reform bill.
CBC News tv
2018-04-30
Muneeza Sheikh joins discussion.
Can North Korea be trusted?
Global News tv
2018-04-30
The Panel talks North Korea’s demands for denuclearization and more drama in the Trans Mountain pipeline.
Ontario human rights tribunal rules Toronto eatery racially profiled black man
Global News tv
2018-04-30
The Ontario Human Rights Tribunal has ordered a downtown Chinese restaurant to pay a black customer $10,000 as compensation for violating his rights. Muneeza Sheikh weighs in.
Bill Cosby found guilty of three counts of sexual assault
Global News tv
2018-04-27
Lawyer Muneeza Sheikh talks about the verdict and if the comedian will be spending any time behind bars
Bill Cosby found guilty of sexual assault.
CBC News tv
2018-04-26
Muneeza joins panel discussion on Bill Cosby conviction and potential jail time.
Toronto Van Attacks
CBC News tv
2018-04-24
After effects of the tragic Van attack in Toronto.
420 Marijuana Celebration just before the Legalization.
CBC News tv
2018-04-20
Pardons for past pot convictions?
Should the Pope apologize for Canada’s residential schools?
Global TV tv
2018-03-29
The Panel talks the Pope’s decision not to apologize to residential school survivors; and if the government should impose a tax on streaming services
An employee's right to disconnect after hours.
City News tv
2018-03-29
Do employers have the right to insist you answer emails and phone calls after you've left the office? Ginella Massa dives deeper into a employee disconnection policy proposal. WATCH:
Is Justin Trudeau a one-and-done PM?
Global News tv
2018-03-20
The Panel talks the Facebook data breach and Trudeau’s waning popularity
What should Canada’s voting age be?
CBC News tv
2018-03-19
Canada’s elections chief thinks Parliament should consider lowering the voting age to 16. Is getting more teens to the ballot box a good idea? How young is too young to vote? And how would it change politics? Our panel casts its own opinions.
CBC Panel: Are Police Failing Marginalised Groups?
CBC News tv
2018-03-07
Muneeza joins panel discussion on the Carole MacNeil show.
Was it inappropriate to ask Ivanka Trump about her father’s sexual assault allegations?
Global News tv
2018-02-27
The Panel talks about Ivanka Trump’s NBC interview and Iceland’s possible ban on circumcision
Why is it difficult to address RCMP harassment allegations?
Global News tv
2018-02-23
Employment lawyer Muneeza Sheikh explains why it is such a challenge to address harassment allegations within the RCMP.
4,000+ claims filed in RCMP harassment lawsuit
Global News tv
2018-02-22
A former Mountie, who led a legal battle against harassment and sexual abuse in the RCMP, says a dramatic increase in compensation claims proves the problem is prevalent. And, yet another controversy in the organization is being called shocking. Ross Lord reports.
Can students bring gun change and the relevance of the Olympic.
Global News tv
2018-02-20
The Panel talks Russian doping and a student ‘lie in’ in America after the most recent mass shooting
Relevance of the Olympic games 2018?
CBC News tv
2018-02-19
Muneeza joins panel discussion on relevance of the the Olympics.
Facebook posts raise questions for RCMP.
CBC News tv
2018-02-16
Muneeza joins pannel discussion.
Dalhousie University has announced it is limiting its search for a new senior position to racialized and Indigenous candidates to promote diversity
CTV News tv
2018-02-13
Dalhousie University has announced it is limiting its search for a new senior position to racialized and Indigenous candidates to promote diversity. To tell us about the legal aspects of this decision, we spoke with employment lawyer Muneeza Sheikh.
Behind the headlines. Muneeza joins discussion.
CTV News tv
2018-02-08
Growing backlash against the #MeToo movement, Trudeau says his 'people kind' comment was a joke and a do-it-yourself coffin all in this week's Behind the Headlines.
Is Ontario provoking a trade war?
Global News tv
2018-02-08
The Panel talks Ontario’s plan to deal with a “Buy American” policy in the U.S. and the sour grapes between BC and Alberta
Political dynasties in Canada.
CBC News tv
2018-02-06
Muneeza weighs in on Political Dynasties in Canada.
Muneeza Sheikh joins Bev Thomson to discuss the impact of allegations and what political parties and companies can do to protect their members.
CTV News tv
2018-01-30
Ontario PC president Rick Dykstra has resigned as sexual misconduct allegations have surfaced against him. Labour lawyer Muneeza Sheikh joins Bev Thomson to discuss the impact of allegations and what political parties and companies can do to protect their members.
Will an anti-harassment bill make a difference?
Global News tv
2018-01-29
The Panel on a new anti-harassment bill and the Cleveland Indians dropping their mascot, Chief Wahoo
Has #MeToo gone too far?
CBC News tv
2018-01-27
Has the #MeToo movement gone too far? Wendy Mesley talks to crisis management expert Jaime Watt and employment lawyer Muneeza Sheikh about due process and Canadian politicians recently accused of sexual misconduct.
Patrick Brown resignation - Positional Power
CTV News tv
2018-01-25
Muneeza shares her insight.
Carole MacNeil's panel discussion about allegations raised against former leader of Ontario’s PC Party Patrick Brown.
CBC News tv
2018-01-25
Muneeza weighs in.
Cannabis drug tests could be coming to your workplace
BNN News tv
2018-01-15
Muneeza sheikh, employment lawyer at Levitt LLP, joins BNN to discuss the challenges employers face when it comes to addressing their employees' use of cannabis in the workplace.
Was the false Hawaii missile alert a simple mistake and an epic failure in leadership?
Global News tv
2018-01-15
The panel offers its thoughts on the false alarm that panicked the state of Hawaii and also discusses the end of Sears
Tim Hortons Legal issues?
CP 24 tv
2018-01-10
Has Tim Hortons broken any Laws? Muneeza weighs in.
TIM HORTONS hit by protests.
CTV News tv
2018-01-10
Muneeza weighs in on the legalities of Tim Hortons changing company policies in regards to employee breaks and benefits after the minimum wage increase.
Few sexual harassment victims report incidents to bosses: report
Global News tv
2018-01-28
An Ipsos poll done exclusively for Global News found two in 10 Canadians have been sexually harassed at work. The majority of victims never go to their bosses, fearing repercussions. Shallima Maharaj hones in on the numbers and whether recent social activism is enough to spur a dramatic culture shift.
Is Justin Trudeau’s apology enough?
Global News tv
2017-12-21
The Panel weighs in on Justin Trudeau’s ethics breach and what Canada should do about U.S. trade duties imposed on Bombardier.
Corporate perspective on sexual harassment in the workplace.
BNN tv
2017-12-18
Muneeza Sheikh, partner at Levitt LLP, offers insight into the C-Suite survey and gives perspective on sexual harassment in the workplace.
Is the government giving up too much in provincial pot deals?
Global News tv
2017-12-12
The Panel talks reefer madness in Canada and the rising cost of daycare
Recommendations for entertainment industry in wake of #MeToo movement
City News tv
2017-12-06
A symposium focused on curbing sexual violence in Hollywood North kicked off in Toronto Wednesday. Ginella Massa with the recommendations that were put forth in the wake of the #MeToo movement.
Sexual misconduct in the workplace. Panel discussion.
CTV News tv
2017-12-03
The recent onslaught of allegations of sexual assault and harassment has been shocking. We invited three industry professionals, Filmmaker Gurjeet Kaur Bassi, Tech CEO Stacey Epstein and Lawyer Muneeza Sheikh to discuss what women have to deal with.
CTV Speaking out on the streets
CTV News tv
2017-12-01
Hundreds marched in Toronto in support of victims of sexual harassment and to encourage others to come forward.
We're all different. (This applies to Muslim women, too.)
The Globe and Mail. print
2017-12-01
In The Sisters Project, Alia Youssef uses photography to challenge a one-dimensional image of Muslim women
A company's size could determine how it deals with sexual harassment
City News tv
2017-11-29
Sexual harassment isn’t something that just happens in Hollywood or political quarters — it happens in most workplaces across Canada. Recent data suggests that more than 50 per cent of working women have experienced unwanted sexual pressure. New rules put in place by the Ontario government require provincially-mandated companies to have had a policy in place since September of last year to try to prevent harassment. However, very little protections exist for individuals who may be innocent of harassment but still stand accused. According to Muneeza Sheikh, a senior partner with Levitt LLP, there is far more pressure on large-scale employers with a public persona to deal with the incident “quickly and efficiently” because every step they take will be scrutinized by the public. “I think the larger (employers) are facing a lot of pressure to protect their brand, their public image and to issue a termination quickly,” she explained. Sheikh said smaller or medium-sized employers, who do not have those public relations concerns, may be more inclined to investigate the claim fully before taking action to discipline the employee, which may not mean termination. “I think they are more inclined to take a step back and say ‘look, these allegations have been made but we haven’t done much to investigate them. We want to talk to the complainant, we want to talk to the person who the complaint is about and we want to potentially talk to other witnesses as well and get the full story,'” she said. Sheikh added that employers have a duty to not only have concrete anti-harassment policies in place, but to ensure that their staff are well-versed and formally trained in the procedures.
Why Lauer is likely to sue NBC after being fired on unproven allegations of sexual misconduct
BNN tv
2017-11-29
Following a pre-emptive firing by NBC of its star anchor Matt Lauer, Muneeza Sheikh of Levitt LLP speaks with BNN about what employers need to think about when it comes to the growing issues of sexual misconduct in the workplace.
Speed of Lauer termination indicative: Sheikh
CP24 tv
2017-11-29
Employment lawyer Muneeza Sheikh says the short time between when a victim reported Matt Lauer and he was terminated is concerning.
Matt Lauer fired by NBC News for 'inappropriate sexual behaviour'
CTV News tv
2017-11-29
Employment and labour lawyer Muneeza Sheikh weighs in on NBC's handling of the sexual misconduct allegations against Matt Lauer.
Should the NY Times have run a story on a Nazi sympathizer?
Global News tv
2017-11-27
The Panel weighs in on a New York Times profile on a Nazi Sympathizer and the CFL’s comments on the link between brain injuries and football
Sexual harassment in the workplace -
CTV News tv
2017-11-21
A number of sexual harassment allegations have raised concerns over how harassment is dealt with in the workplace. So what's the best way for employers to handle harassment disputes? Muneeza Sheikh, a partner at Levitt LLP, specializing in employment, labour and human rights weighs in on the issue.
OPINION It's simply not practical to expect employers to properly handle workplace harassment disputes A federal report and proposed legislation put the onus on Canadian employers to tackle complaints
CBC online
2017-11-17
OPINION It's simply not practical to expect employers to properly handle workplace harassment disputes A federal report and proposed legislation put the onus on Canadian employers to tackle complaints By Muneeza Sheikh, for CBC News Posted: Nov 17, 2017 5:00 AM ET Last Updated: Nov 17, 2017 5:00 AM ET
Will the new harassment bill make workplaces safer? Employment and labour lawyer Muneeza Sheikh, senior partner at Levitt LLP, weighs in on the government's legislation.
CBC Power and Politics tv
2017-11-07
Will the new harassment bill make workplaces safer? Employment and labour lawyer Muneeza Sheikh, senior partner at Levitt LLP, weighs in on the government's legislation.
Bernie Sanders praises Canada’s healthcare system. Muneeza Sheikh joins panel discussion.
Global News tv
2017-10-30
The Panel discusses Bernie Sanders’ praise for Canada’s healthcare system & talks the racist gesture made during the World Series by an Astros player.
Muneeza discusses Harvey Weinstein firing from his own company.
CTV News tv
2017-10-17
The board of directors of Harvey Weinstein's company have met today. There are reports that Weinstein may challenge his firing. Muneeza Sheikh, partner at Levitt LLP helps take a look at how this may play out
Muneeza Sheikh on Global Morning show providing a legal perspective on Liberals targeting the less fortunate.
Global News tv
2017-10-10
Are Liberals targeting the less fortunate and Mike Pence’s protest just more distraction? Muneeza Sheikh on Global Morning show providing a legal perspective.
The RCMP has been found guilty of a labour code violation. Muneeza shares a legal perspective.
CTV News tv
2017-09-29
The RCMP has been found guilty of a labour code violation after a shootout left three Mounties dead and two others injured. For more, we are joined by Muneeza Sheikh. A partner at Levitt LLP who practices employment and labour law.
Sears Canada starting to sound a bit like Target: Employment lawyer
BNN tv
2017-07-11
Sears Canada starting to sound a bit like Target: Employment lawyer Muneeza Sheikh, partner at Levitt LLP, says Sears Canada's largest investor Eddie Lampert has many reputational hurdles ahead as he considers a deal for Sears Canada amid financial uncertainty for the company. Lampert is also the CEO of parent company Sears Holdings.
The RCMP is facing four Labour Code charges.
CTV TV tv
2017-07-04
The RCMP is facing four Labour Code charges stemming from a 2014 shooting that left three officers dead and two injured. Muneeza Sheikh, a labour lawyer joins us for legal analysis on the case.
Zenith Award Winner
Zenith Awards - Celebrating Woman in Law online
2017-06-26
Muneeza Sheikh practises labour, employment, and human rights law and is often referred to within the firm as a “powerhouse.”
OPINION Take it from a human rights lawyer: the system screwed up in seeking justice for 'Angela Cardinal'
CBC online
2017-06-07
OPINION Take it from a human rights lawyer: the system screwed up in seeking justice for 'Angela Cardinal' I thought I'd heard everything. But I was truly astounded reading about Cardinal's treatment By Muneeza Sheikh, for CBC News Posted: Jun 07, 2017 5:00 AM ET Last Updated: Jun 07, 2017 5:00 AM ET
Fox News has decided to cut ties with long time host Bill O’Reilly amid sexual harassment allegations.
CTV News Channel tv
2017-04-21
Fox News has decided to cut ties with long time host Bill O’Reilly amid sexual harassment allegations. We check in with Levitt LLP Employment Lawyer Muneeza Sheikh for what this means to the embattled host and broadcaster.
United Airlines CEO could face termination over remarks: Lawyer
BNN tv
2017-04-11
Levitt LLP partner Muneeza Sheikh gives BNN her legal perspective on the United Airlines incident where a passenger was violently dragged off an overbooked flight. She says the airline company's CEO could face termination over remarks made in the aftermath.
The grey area around BlackBerry's 'transferring' of employees
BNN tv
2017-02-17
BlackBerry has been hit with a class-action lawsuit after transferring employees to Ford following a partnership between the two companies. Levitt LLP employment lawyer Muneeza Sheikh joins BNN to discuss the lawsuit and why there can be confusion surrounding the concept of "transferring" employees.
Follow up appearance on CTV discussing next steps to take after the Quebec Mosque shooting.
CTV News tv
2017-02-05
On January 29th 2017 6 men were killed and 19 injured in a Quebec mosque during evening prayer. The massacre has prompted Canadians across the country to speak up and to show support to the Muslim community. Muneeza Sheikh with Canadian Muslim Vote joined CTV News Channel on what needs to change in our country to ensure acceptance.
Man Charged in Quebec Mosque Attack
CTV News
2017-01-30
Across Canada, hundreds of people are coming together to remember the victims of the deadly Quebec mosque shooting. Muneeza Sheikh, Director of Communications at Canadian Muslim vote joined CTV News Channel with her views and reaction over what happened.
Canadian Mosque Flag Campaign
CityNews
2016-09-09
One group wants to see Canadian flags in front of every Canadian mosque in hopes of fostering better understanding of their community. Muneeza Sheikh comments on CityNews...
Supreme Court of Canada Rules to Protect Workers Against Unjust Firings
BNN
2016-07-14
Half a million non-unionized federally regulated workers now have the right to not be fired without just cause after the Supreme Court of Canada ruled to put their rights back on par with those of unionized employees. Levitt LLP Partner Muneeza Sheikh joins BNN to break down what it means for federally regulated employers and the labour market..
Canadian Union of Postal Workers Turns Down Arbitration
CTV News
2016-07-07
The Canada Post could lock out employees as early as Monday if no new contract is in place. Employment and Labour Lawyer Muneeza Sheikh joins CTV news to describe the significance of the union turning down arbitration with Canada Post...
Canada Post trying to ‘provoke’ workers: CUPW
CTV News
2016-07-06
Employment and Labour Lawyer Muneeza Sheikh weighs in on the significance of the 72-hour notice and the pressure for talks to continue...
Is Uber a Car Service?
CTV News
2016-05-27
Employment Lawyer Muneeza Sheikh discusses whether Uber is a cab service as the app’s future in Ontario rests on a court decision...
Principals ordered to confiscate letter demanding ‘transparency’ in York board
Toronto Star
2016-05-19
Labour and employment lawyer Muneeza Sheikh, a partner with the firm Levitt and Grosman, called the directive legal — but otherwise questionable. “At the end of the day, the board will likely take the position that they, like any employer, have the right to run their business in a manner that they see fit. Part and parcel of that autonomy gives them the right to filter the mail,” said Sheikh. “It is most certainly unethical, because it creates roadblocks to public accountability, but it is not illegal.”...
Military Justice System
CTV News
2016-04-30
How does the military justice system work? Employment and Labour Lawyer Muneeza Sheikh weighs in...
Muneeza in the Middle explores Muslim woman’s search for identity
The Toronto Star
2015-01-20
The voluminous black and white scarf Toronto lawyer Muneeza Sheikh wraps around her head as a hijab at the conclusion of documentary Muneeza in the Middle has a dramatic skull motif — and is from designer Alexander McQueen. Do faith and fashion have to be at odds for a devout Muslim woman? In Ottawa filmmaker Hoda Elatawi’s revelatory doc, premiering Wednesday Jan. 21 on CBC’s documentary channel, Sheikh, 33, struggles with defining herself and understanding how the image she projects relates to who she is as a woman, wife and particularly as a mother...
Ottawa filmmaker to premiere documentary on Muslim identity in Canada
Metro Toronto
2015-01-19
The subject of an upcoming documentary about the challenges of being a Muslim woman in Canada says Canadians should be more educated about the religion before they jump to stereotypes and “paint everybody with the same brush.” Muneeza Sheikh is a 33-year-old Toronto lawyer, wife, and mother of two small children. She is a practicing Muslim who prays regularly and fasts during Ramadan. She also lives what some call a “flashy” lifestyle with expensive clothes and fillers implanted in her face...
Muneeza in the Middle
CBC Toronto
2015-01-16
Muneeza in the Middle is a one-hour documentary about a fashion-savvy lawyer who feels pressured to give up her flashy lifestyle and become a “good” Muslim mother...
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