Effective November 2, 2023, the Ontario government has announced the appointment of three new judges to the Ontario Court of Justice. The new judges, who bring a diverse range of …
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
B.C. introduces legislation to streamline credential recognition for internationally trained professionals
New legislation introduced in British Columbia aims to expedite the process for internationally trained professionals to have their credentials recognized, allowing them to join the workforce more quickly. The proposed …
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FeaturedWrongful Dismissal
Former CFO awarded 18 months’ notice for wrongful dismissal, but Alberta court rejects bad-faith damages
In a summary judgment, the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta has ruled in favour of a former CFO in his wrongful dismissal lawsuit against Sproule Management GP Limited. The …
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Ontario court stays one action, dismisses another in proposed class action against Amazon over classification of workers
The Ontario Superior Court of Justice has issued a ruling in a proposed class action lawsuit brought by DD against Amazon, concerning the classification and employment status of approximately 73,000 …
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
Proposed N.L. legislation aims to provide bereavement counselling for families of workplace fatality victims
A proposed amendment to the Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Act received its second reading in the House of Assembly last week. If passed, the amendment will authorize WorkplaceNL to …
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FeaturedProfessional Misconduct
Nova Scotia-based Standard Paving fined $17,500 for unauthorized use of engineer’s seal in Ontario
The Ontario Court of Justice in Kingston has imposed a $17,500 fine on Nova Scotia corporation Standard Paving Limited for illegally using a facsimile of a professional engineer’s seal on …
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Arbitration/Labour RelationsFeatured
Arbitrator rules in favour of OPSEU over pro-rating of vacation pay for workers on pregnancy, parental and adoption leave at not-for-profit
An arbitrator has ruled in favour of the Ontario Public Service Employees’ Union (OPSEU) in a fight over vacation pay entitlements during leaves of absence. OPSEU filed a grievance against …
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Human rights tribunal tosses claim from customer who was denied service at car dealership for refusing to wear mask
The Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario has dismissed an application alleging that an automotive dealership discriminated against an individual based on disability over his refusal to wear a mask. The …
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
Canadian public agencies falling short in monitoring racial equity: Auditor General
A report tabled in the House of Commons by Auditor General Karen Hogan reveals that six major Canadian organizations have established action plans for equity, diversity, and inclusion, but have …
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Employment ContractsFeaturedWrongful Dismissal
‘Unfortunate end to his exemplary career’: B.C. court awards $2 million USD in severance pay to 75-year-old worker
Western Magnesium Corporation (WMC) has been ordered to pay $2 million USD in severance pay to a former employee who sued the company for wrongful termination. Additional damages for unpaid …