A worker in New Brunswick who claimed to be suffering severe anxiety and mental health issues after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine has won a partial appeal of a ruling to …
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Opinion/Commentary
What the Boeing whistleblower’s death reveals about exposing corporate wrongdoing in North America
By Thomas Stuart, University of Victoria and Douglas A. Stuart, University of Victoria A former Boeing employee who raised concerns about the company’s safety and production standards was found dead …
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Featured
‘Religious beliefs’ different than ‘strongly held personal beliefs’: Tribunal rejects appeal from unvaccinated CNRL worker
A Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (CNRL) worker who was suspended without pay after refusing to comply with the company’s COVID-19 vaccination policy on religious grounds has had his case dismissed …
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Occupational Health & SafetyWorkplace News
Grey County troubled by Supreme Court ruling on Sudbury case
By Chris Fell | CollingwoodToday.ca Grey County has expressed its concern about a recent Supreme Court of Canada decision that went against the Greater City of Sudbury. In November 2023, …
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
Nova Scotia advances towards greater accessibility following independent review
Nova Scotia is taking significant steps to enhance accessibility across the province, following the recommendations from the first independent review of its Accessibility Act, the government said. Brad Johns, the …
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Occupational Health & SafetyWorkplace Legislation/Press Releases
Manitoba to enhance road safety with new amendments to Drivers and Vehicles Act
The Manitoba government has announced proposed amendments to the Drivers and Vehicles Act aimed at bolstering road safety and consumer protection concerning heavy trailers. Justice Minister Matt Wiebe, who is …
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
British Columbia introduces legislation to recover costs of public-health harms from companies
The Government of British Columbia has introduced a new act aimed at recovering the costs associated with the health impacts of harmful products on its citizens. The Public Health Accountability …
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By Hafsa Ahmed | The Pointer A petition created on February 9 demanding fair retroactive pay increases for clerical staff at William Osler Health Systems has garnered nearly 1,100 signatures, but it …
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By Brishti Basu | The Tyee After six months at the bargaining table, about 200 food service workers at Vancouver’s airport have voted to take strike action if their demands for pay increases …
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Legal NewsPeople on the Move
Alex Treiber founds Toronto-based Treiber Law after stints on Bay Street and in New York City
Alex Treiber has set up a new law practice in Toronto, advising both employees and businesses about their workplace rights. He is a formerly exclusive business-side lawyer who has expanded …