By British Columbia Ministry of Labour Time is running out to share your thoughts about app-based ride-hailing and food-delivery work in B.C. Ride-hailing and food-delivery workers are invited to provide …
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
Ontario’s nurses outraged that Premier Ford is appealing court decision ruling Bill 124 unconstitutional
By Ontario Nurses’ Assocation The Ontario Nurses’ Association (ONA) is expressing outrage that Premier Ford is appealing the Ontario Superior Court’s decision to strike down his wage-cap law, Bill 124, …
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ImmigrationWorkplace Legislation/Press Releases
Canada welcomes historic number of newcomers in 2022
By Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Canada has experienced one of the fastest recoveries from the pandemic, thanks in large part to our approach to immigration. Newcomers enrich our communities, and …
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FeaturedMental HealthSexual Harassment
Workers’ comp benefits for mental health awarded to Alberta woman harassed by foreman
An Alberta woman, whose boss allegedly touched her inappropriately and shoved money down her shirt, has been awarded workers’ compensation benefits for psychological injury after her claim was initia… Free …
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As announced last fall, Prince Edward Island’s minimum wage will increase twice in 2023. The first increase will be by 80 cents on January 1, 2023 to $14.50 per hour. …
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The Manitoba government has appointed 17 Manitoba lawyers as King’s counsel in recognition of outstanding contributions to the practise of law, Justice Minister Kelvin Goertzen announced today. “The appointees we …
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Lawson Lundell LLP is pleased to announce it is joining forces with Kelowna firm Petraroia Langford LLP, effective February 1, 2023, further strengthening the firm’s legal services and capabilities in Western and Northern Canada. …
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Legal News
Dye & Durham expands legal practice management capabilities with litigation workflow software
Dye & Durham Limited (TSX: DND) (“Dye & Durham” or the “Company”), a leading provider of cloud-based legal practice management software, today announced a significant expansion of its software product offering in Canada with …
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Legal News
Bennett Jones moving into Edmonton’s Stantec Tower, will occupy 50,000 square feet on two floors
Standing tall in the centre of Edmonton’s ICE District, Stantec Tower will welcome Bennett Jones as a new tenant in the coming months. The internationally acclaimed Canadian law firm will occupy 50,000 square feet …
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
Manitoba issues employer advisory following prosecution for workplace incident
Manitoba Labour, Consumer Protection and Government Services is reminding employers to ensure that workers are equipped with a proper fall protection system while working at heights, after an employer was …