In a recent decision, the British Columbia Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal (WCAT) ruled against a worker who had filed a complaint alleging prohibited action by their employer. The case involved…
Monthly Archives
July 2023
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FeaturedMental Health
B.C. employer granted 75% cost relief in mental health claim by workers’ comp appeal tribunal
In a recent decision, the British Columbia Workers’ Compensation Appeals Tribunal (WCAT) has granted a significant relief of costs to an employer in a mental disorder claim case. The decision,…
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Legal News
Taralyn Parr, McCarthy Tétrault LLP’s diversity director, named Catalyst Honours Champion for 2023
Taralyn Parr, director of diversity and inclusion at McCarthy Tétrault LLP, has been recognized by Catalyst for her work in accelerating progress for women by championing workplace inclusion. Parr is…
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Opinion/CommentaryThe Conversation
The ethical values and behaviours of CEOs play a crucial role in attracting new talent
By Meena Andiappan, McMaster University; Madelynn Stackhouse, University of North Carolina – Greensboro, and Tunde Ogunfowora, University of Calgary In today’s job market, where highly skilled workers are scarce and…
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FeaturedSpotlight Story
How to respond to an Ontario Ministry of Labour investigation
by Lai King Humby Lai King HumBy Lai-King Hum | Hum Law Firm As an employer, receiving a notice of investigation from the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MOL) can be a stressful…
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AccommodationFeatured
Alberta delivery driver, injured in car accident, awarded temporary partial disability benefits
In a recent ruling, the Alberta Appeals Commission has upheld a Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) decision to grant temporary partial disability (TPD) benefits to an injured worker. The employer had…
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Legal News
Independent human rights board of inquiry to look into Nova Scotia man’s claim of workplace discrimination, sexual harassment
An independent human rights board of inquiry in the matter of Timothy Parsons vs. Bedford Investments Ltd., operating as Sunnyside Restaurant and True North Diner, will begin Monday, July 17,…
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
Manitoba receives top ranking in CFIB report card for reducing internal trade barriers
Premier Heather Stefanson announced that Manitoba has emerged as the national leader in reducing internal trade and labour mobility barriers, according to a report card issued by the Canadian Federation…
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In an effort to improve access to court services in British Columbia (B.C.), the government has announced amendments to the Supreme Court Civil Rules and Supreme Court Family Rules. These…
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
Former Starbucks shift supervisor alleges wrongful dismissal over COVID-19 and cancer symptoms: Samfiru Tumarkin
A former shift supervisor at Starbucks Canada, Lisa Pedersen, has filed a claim stating that she was wrongfully terminated by the multinational coffee chain. The claim alleges that Pedersen was…