Atty. Edward "Ed" Canning

Atty. Edward "Ed" Canning

Ed Canning is an employment lawyer and Partner at Ross & McBride LLP. He has been an employment lawyer in Hamilton for over 25 years, representing both employers and employees.

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Profile Summary

About Edward "Ed" Canning at a glance

Edward "Ed" Canning is a employment attorney based in Hamilton, Ontario, practicing at Ross & McBride LLP. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law (2026). Serands clients in Hamilton, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ed Canning is an employment lawyer and Partner at Ross & McBride LLP. He has been an employment lawyer in Hamilton for over 25 years, representing both employers and employees
  • For the last 21 years, Ed has written a bi-weekly column in the Hamilton Spectator on employment law
  • Throughout his career, Ed has appeared before the courts and a variety of tribunals
  • In 2001 he argued a Human Rights Code appeal before the Supreme Court of Canada and in 2016 before the Ontario Court of Appeal
  • Ed aggressively represents and advises both employees and employers

Practice Areas Explained

Edward "Ed" Canning's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward "Ed" Canning handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ontario

Practicing law in Ontario. Legal matters in Ontario are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hamilton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ontario state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ontario brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ontario courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Edward "Ed" Canning

Where is Edward "Ed" Canning's law office located?
Edward "Ed" Canning's law practice is located in Hamilton, Ontario. The firm is Ross & McBride LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward "Ed" Canning handle?
Edward "Ed" Canning focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ontario.
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What awards or recognition has Edward "Ed" Canning received?
Edward "Ed" Canning's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law.

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Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law
- 2026

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