In the context of workplace harassment, constructive dismissal may be found where an employer fails to provide a work environment that is civil, respectful and harassment-free. The offending conduct must … Read More
On August 16, 2018, Michael Henderson was fatally injured in a workplace accident at a construction site in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Following the accident, Jason King, Mr. Henderson’s supervisor was … Read More
October 1 has become the date upon which Saskatchewan employers must modify the compensation paid to minimum-wage employees. In previous years, minimum wage increases have been determined pursuant to a … Read More
When a truck driver battling alcohol addiction found herself in a serious accident during work, it posed a critical question: Does an employer have the right to terminate employment based … Read More
Every employer has an obligation to ensure, as much as reasonably practicable, their workplace is safe and free from unusual dangers. Every employer also has a duty to accommodate employee … Read More
The Alberta Courts have recently recognized “harassment” as a cause of action. This means that individuals in the province who are subjected to harassment may commence a court action for … Read More
This article was prepared with the assistance of summer law student Tye Hapke.
Federally regulated employers will soon have new statutory obligations for reimbursing employment expenses and providing employment information to … Read More
Amendments to the Competition Act that make it a criminal offence for non-affiliated employers to enter into wage-fixing or no-poaching agreements will take effect on June 23, 2023. On May … Read More
If your organization is considering monitoring employees at work, recent guidance from the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) highlights important risks for employers to consider.
There are a … Read More
In case you missed it, MLT Aikins recently hosted the 2023 Saskatchewan Labour Update, which included a discussion on Bill 91, The Saskatchewan Employment (Part III) Amendment Act, 2022 (the “Amendment Act, … Read More
