An arbitration board in Ontario has reached a decision in a dispute involving unionized workers at the Carlisle Retirement Residence in Hamilton. But, in a bit of a twist, the …
August 2023
-
Featured
Labour board rules two Nova Scotia companies are one employer in assessing damages for unpaid wages
A recent ruling by the Nova Scotia Labour Board has brought to light the complexities of determining employer responsibilities when multiple businesses appear deeply intertwined. The case involved two corporate …
-
Legal News
Sohil Heydari joins Singleton Reynolds as associate, has expertise in work-from-home privacy issues
Singleton Reynolds has announced the addition of seven associates to its team. Among the new recruits is Sohil Heydari, who joins the firm with a background in Employment, Construction and …
-
Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
IHSA, union to launch independent assessment focused on ensuring an inclusive work environment
The Infrastructure Health and Safety Association (IHSA) is partnering with the Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU/CUPE 1750) to launch an independent assessment, aimed at identifying potential areas for improvement in …
-
FeaturedJust CauseOccupational Health & SafetyRecommended
NB Power justified in firing foreman with clean record for serious safety violation
A recent arbitration ruling out of New Brunswick has underscored the essential nature of safety in workplaces, emphasizing that even a single severe violation can be grounds for an employee’s …
-
FeaturedSmall Claims Court
Spilling the ink: Tribunal sides with employer in dispute over who owns tattooing equipment
A dispute between a former employee and a tattoo business in British Columbia over tattooing equipment has been settled by the Civil Resolution Tribunal (CRT). The disagreement revolved around ownership …
-
Opinion/CommentaryThe Conversation
Escaping justice: A flawed investigative body fails to curb RCMP sexual misconduct
By Jason Walker, Adler University Workplace violence in the form of bullying, harassment and sexual abuse has reached a crisis point in countries around the world. In Canada, the fact …
-
Arbitration/Labour RelationsFeaturedOccupational Health & Safety
Commotion at NB Power arbitration hearing sparks concerns over witness interference
A recent arbitration hearing between New Brunswick Power and IBEW Local 37 took a bit of an unexpected turn when a key witness made a controversial statement and later expressed …
-
Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
Service Canada modernizes online access to Social Insurance Numbers
In a move towards modernization, Service Canada has enhanced its online My Service Canada Account (MSCA) platform. The upgrade now allows users to securely view their Social Insurance Number (SIN) …
-
Thomson Reuters Corporation has finalized its acquisition of Casetext, Inc., a provider of AI-powered technology for legal professionals, in a $650 million cash transaction, a deal reported on earlier by …