John Mastoras

John Mastoras is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Toronto's Centre for Industrial Relations and Human Resources (CIRHR), where he has taught for over 20 years. Concurrently, he serves as a Senior Partner at Norton Rose Fulbright, specializing in Canadian employment and labour law. His interdisciplinary expertise bridges academia and legal practice, focusing on employer representation in complex labour disputes.

Education:

• LL.B., Osgoode Hall Law School (1987)
• M.I.R., University of Toronto (1984)
• B.A. (Honours), University of Toronto (1981)

Research Interests: Mastoras's work centers on labour law evolution, workplace policy compliance, and industrial relations. His research examines strike legislation, collective bargaining dynamics, vaccination policies, electronic monitoring ethics, and jurisdictional challenges in employment law, reflecting real-world applications from his legal practice.

Publications: His recent articles (2014–2024) analyze trends in Canadian labour law, including pandemic-era workplace policies, contractor obligations, and Supreme Court rulings on privacy and safety. Publications consistently address regulatory shifts and practical compliance strategies for employers.

Awards:

• Morley Gunderson Prize (2009): Awarded by the University of Toronto for outstanding professional achievement and service to the university.

Professional Activities: Mastoras serves on the Board of Advisors for the Global LERN Centre of Excellence and holds memberships in the Canadian Bar Association, Law Society of Upper Canada, and HR Policy Association. He frequently speaks at conferences, including Global LERN and HR Policy Association events, on collective bargaining and employment law developments.