The Saskatchewan Labour Relations Board has refused to issue a declaration against an employer that was late in paying a $500 award to one of its employees who then sought …
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Legal News
Western Canadian law societies collaborate on competency profile to elevate legal practice standards
The Law Societies of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan have joined hands in a collaborative effort to develop the Western Canada Competency Profile (WCCP). This ambitious initiative aims to …
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FeaturedWrongful Dismissal
City of North Battleford ordered to disclose documents to former fire chief in wrongful dismissal case
The King’s Bench for Saskatchewan has ordered the City of North Battleford to provide further disclosure of documents in a wrongful termination lawsuit involving its former fire chief. The former …
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
Saskatchewan cleaners fined $6,000 for failing to pay wages within 14 days of end of employment
On May 11, 2023, in Saskatoon Provincial Court, College Park Garment Care Ltd., operating as Custom Cleaners College Park, pleaded guilty to six counts under the Saskatchewan Employment Act. College Park …
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
Saskatchewan implements amendments to employment act to strengthen workplace health and safety
The Saskatchewan Employment Act underwent significant amendments on May 17, 2023, with the purpose of enhancing occupational health and safety in workplaces across the province. These changes, which have now …
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Arbitration/Labour RelationsFeatured
Retired Maple Leaf Food worker’s case against union that cited issue with ‘entire employment history’ dismissed by board
Throwing spaghetti against a wall, walking away and hoping something sticks isn’t a great strategy when it comes to workplace litigation. That’s essentially what a unionized worker at Maple Leaf …
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By Government of Saskatchewan The Government of Saskatchewan is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Watson to the Provincial Court in Saskatoon. “I am honoured to welcome Judge Watson …
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By Government of Saskatchewan Today, 14 Saskatchewan lawyers were distinguished with the King’s Counsel (K.C.) designation at Government House in Regina. “These are the first King’s Counsel designations in the …
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
Saskatchewan construction company fined for failing to pay wages
By Labour Relations and Workplace Safety | Saskatchewan On March 16, 2023, in Saskatoon Provincial Court, Grandview Homes Ltd., a construction company operating in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan pleaded guilty to violating …
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Michael J. Morris has been appointed as the chairperson of the Labour Relations Board. He replaces Susan Amrud who served as the chairperson since March 7, 2018. “Michael Morris’ experience …