Authors: Alizeh Virani, Catrina Thompson, Graham Christie
The Government of British Columbia has joined other provinces and territories that have designated the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation a statutory holiday.
On February 7, the … Read More
The Government of Alberta recently announced that a number of changes to the province’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Code will come into effect on March 31, 2023.
As required under … Read More
Authors: Graham Christie, Catrina Thompson
A group of provincially regulated unions’ refusal to cross a picket line of federally regulated workers constituted an illegal strike, according to a recent decision from the British … Read More
Authors: Graham Christie, Kayla Míguez
It’s become increasingly common for fitness studios to offer customers free access to classes in exchange for performing tasks around the studio. This is often seen in yoga … Read More
Effective January 1, 2023, the Employment Standards Regulation will prescribe minimum ages for certain types of work that is too hazardous for younger workers in B.C.
Employees must be a minimum … Read More
On December 17, 2021, the Canada Labour Code was amended to expand paid medical leave for employees in federally-regulated industries and workplaces.
As part of those amendments, effective December 1, 2022, … Read More
Does your workplace have a system in place to navigate legislated occupational health and safety obligations?
Given the overlapping roles and responsibilities under the legislation with respect to occupational health and … Read More
A carefully drafted employment agreement is critical in protecting an employer’s interests. When employment disputes arise, they often hinge on the language and content of the employment agreement.
If the agreement … Read More
A lower court ruling that deducted an employee’s Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) payments from her wrongful dismissal damages has been overturned by the British Columbia Court of Appeal.
In Yates … Read More
Ending an employment relationship can be difficult. When terminating an employee, employers should ensure they take the appropriate steps to minimize their risks.
“Things are Just Not Working Out” – Dismissal … Read More
