Alexandra Levine has joined the Vancouver office of McMIllan LLP as an associate, litigation and dispute resolution. “I am pleased to share that I have started a new position as …
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Workplace News
Wage fixing, no-poaching agreements now covered by Competition Bureau’s immunity, leniency programs
The Competition Bureau of Canada, in collaboration with the Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC), has announced updates to its Immunity and Leniency Programs. These changes now encompass the Competition …
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FeaturedSexual HarassmentUncategorized
‘Touchy-feely’ manager who pinned bad behaviour on low blood sugar not entitled to receive EI: Tribunal
A worker who was fired following a work event where was accused of engaging in unwanted conduct towards several colleagues and an employee’s spouse is not entitled to receive Employment …
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The Senate’s recent approval of anti-scab legislation has sparked concern among small business representatives, particularly the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). The bill, which limits the use of replacement …
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Join Lai-King Hum, founder of Hum Law Firm, for an informative discussion designed for HR professionals, business owners, and legal practitioners that delves into the most common mistakes that employers …
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FeaturedWrongful Dismissal
Job offer pulled: Nova Scotia court refuses county’s bid to convert wrongful dismissal case into a full-fledged action
The Supreme Court of Nova Scotia has dismissed a motion by the Municipality of the County of King’s to convert an application for wrongful dismissal into a full-fledged action in …
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FeaturedOccupational Health & SafetyWorkplace Violence
Heated behaviour, not retaliation for safety complaints, was reason for Alberta worker’s dismissal: Board
The Alberta Labour Relations Board has summarily dismissed the appeal of a worker who alleged his suspension and subsequent termination from Endurance Technologies violated the Occupational Health and Safety Act. …
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The Senate has passed Bill C-58, a landmark piece of legislation aimed at preventing the use of replacement workers, commonly known as scabs, in federally regulated workplaces. The bill was …
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Federally regulated workplaces will soon be banned from bringing in replacement workers during a legal strike, after the Senate passed a government bill Monday that is now set to become …
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Opinion/Commentary
Ontario’s expansion of alcohol to convenience stores is a covert union avoidance strategy
By Steven Tufts, York University, Canada The Ontario government has announced it’s expediting its plan to get beer into thousands of convenience stores. The announcement received immediate backlash, primarily against …