All federally regulated employers in Canada are now required to provide free menstrual products to their employees. This new requirement, effective from Dec. 15, 2023, applies to both private and …
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Three lawyers from Prince Edward Island — Karen A. Rose, Gary S. Scales, and Paul M. Kiley — have been bestowed with the King’s Counsel designation. Deputy Premier, Minister of …
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FeaturedProfessional Misconduct
Former Toronto Mayor John Tory violated city’s Code of Conduct, but not harassment policy, with undisclosed relationship: Integrity commissioner
Former Toronto Mayor John Tory violated the city’s code of conduct with his undisclosed personal relationship with a staff member, according to a detailed report released by the city’s integrity …
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FeaturedMental Health
Paramedic’s claim for psychological injuries following death of patient under his care denied on appeal
The Northwest Territories and Nunavut Workers’ Compensation Appeals Tribunal has overturned a previous decision by the Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission (WSCC) Review Committee, denying a pa… Free Membership Required …
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Constructive DismissalFeatured
Alberta labour board revokes $11,000 in termination pay awarded to worker who quit job over COVID vaccination policy
The Alberta Labour Relations Board has revoked an order that a worker, who quit his job over his employer’s COVID-19 vaccination policy, was entitled to more than $11,000 in termination …
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
Potential data breach in Saskatchewan’s young worker readiness course application
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, …
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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 …