In a significant initiative to support Canadian Armed Forces members transitioning to civilian life, the Ontario government is investing $4.3 million in four innovative training projects. These projects, aimed at…
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
Ontario to ban requirements for ‘Canadian work experience’ in job postings
Ontario is poised to introduce legislation that would make it the first province in Canada to eliminate the requirement for Canadian work experience in job postings for internationally-trained immigrants. The…
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Arbitration/Labour RelationsWorkplace Legislation/Press Releases
Ottawa to ban use of replacement workers in strikes, lockouts for federally regulated industries
In a move that signals a shift in the federal stance on labour disputes, Minister of Labour Seamus O’Regan Jr. introduced new legislation today aimed at banning the employment of…
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
‘Super indexing’ of WSIB benefits, enhanced cancer coverage for firefighters part of proposed changes announced by Ontario
The Ontario government is set to propose new legislation that aims to enhance financial support for workers injured on the job by allowing for greater increases in Workplace Safety and…
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
Alberta introduces legislation to expand use of ‘software engineer’ title
Alberta is set to broaden the eligibility criteria for the use of the title ‘software engineer’ in a bid to fuel the technology sector’s rapid expansion within the province. The…
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
Ontario to introduce legislation mandating salary range disclosure, AI use transparency in hiring
The Ontario government is set to table new legislation that would compel employers to disclose expected salary ranges in job listings, aiming to provide job seekers with enhanced clarity during…
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
Alberta businesses concerned about meeting new anti-slavery legislation deadlines: Survey
As the Canadian federal government gears up to implement its new anti-slavery legislation, a recent KPMG survey reveals that 62% of Alberta businesses are anxious about meeting the required reporting…
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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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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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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…