The Saskatchewan Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety (LRWS) has reported a security incident involving unauthorized access to the Young Worker Readiness Certificate Course (YWRCC) application. This educational tool, …
Yearly Archives
2023
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Legal News
‘Recognition of extraordinary dedication’: B.C. grants King’s Counsel designation to 26 lawyers
In British Columbia, 26 lawyers have been honored with the prestigious King’s counsel (KC) designation, recognizing their exceptional contributions to the legal profession. This distinguished title, a mark of excellence …
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FeaturedMental HealthSexual Harassment
CAF reservist awarded increased disability assessment for PTSD over issues of sexual harassment and mistrust in military
A Canadian Armed Forces reservist has been awarded an increased disability assessment for her post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The applicant, who has served in the Reserve Force from Jan. 31, …
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Legal News
Toronto Lawyers Association reports decline in civility in legal profession that has accelerated post-pandemic
The Toronto Lawyers Association (TLA) has raised concerns about a perceived decline in civility and professionalism within the legal profession, a trend that seems to have accelerated in the aftermath …
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
Canada bolsters occupational health and safety leadership with new appointments to CCOHS Council of Governors
In a move aimed at strengthening the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS), Minister of Labour and Seniors, Seamus O’Regan Jr., has announced the appointment of two new …
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FeaturedRecommended
Iranian-born truck driver awarded $75,000 in human rights damages for harassment based on race, termination related to disability
A former truck driver for TST Overland Express (TST) has been awarded nearly $75,000 by the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal after it ruled the Iranian-born man faced harassment based on …
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The holiday season can bring festive cheer to the workplace, and an opportunity to relax and celebrate with your teams. But it is also rife with legal challenges for employers …
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
Ottawa expanding Employment Equity Act to specifically protect Black, 2SLGBTQI+ workers
In a landmark move to enhance workplace fairness and inclusion, the federal government has announced the expansion of the Employment Equity Act to explicitly protect Black and 2SLGBTQI+ workers. This …
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FeaturedSpotlight Story
Festive fun without the legal fallout: Tips for workplace holiday parties
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberThe holiday season can bring festive cheer to the workplace, and an opportunity to relax and celebrate with your teams. But it is also rife with legal challenges for employers …
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FeaturedImmigrationUncategorized
Woman sentenced to eight years’ prison by Ontario court for running human trafficking scheme that employed up to 60 Mexicans
An Ontario court has sentenced a woman to eight years in prison for running an extensive human trafficking operation. Over nearly four years, the woman — GV — manipulated and …