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There are many aspects employers must consider when an employee stops working due to a resignation, termination, or temporary layoff. This includes how much (if any) notice or pay in-lieu must be given, who will fill the vacant position, and more. Regardless of the way in which employment ceases, employers will most likely need to...
Running a business is far from easy. Besides keeping clients happy, you must also do right by your staff and ensure you are compliant with provincial Employment Standards and health & safety laws. When it comes to terminating an employee, it is important that employers understand the rules around termination to avoid being sued for...
The summer travel tsunami is headed our way. Despite inflation, airport delays, flight cancellations, shortage of car rentals, rising gas prices, and the threat of COVID-19 still looming, there’s no stopping people who have been cooped indoors for two-and-a half years – now that it is safe to travel again. While it is good to...
Termination is the leading cause of employment-related legal disputes. It is important that employers know how to correctly carry out a termination of employment and develop a comprehensive policy on termination. What is termination of employment? Termination of employment occurs when an employee is fired or laid off by the employer, or when the employee...
Health Canada recently granted British Columbia a three-year exemption under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act to decriminalize the possession of some illegal drugs for personal use. British Columbia is the first province to receive such an exemption, which will be in place from January 31, 2023, to January 1, 2026. Why is BC decriminalizing...
Under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, Canadian employers can employ foreign workers to temporarily fill job positions for which qualified Canadians or permanent residents are not available. This blog addresses common questions employers may have about hiring temporary foreign workers, such as documentation requirements, employer responsibilities, compliance, and changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program...
As Pride Month begins, it is important that employers continue to support the LGBTQ2+ community in the workplace. Fair practices, workplace policies, and education can help you build an inclusive workplace. Homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia still exist in Canadian workplaces. According to Pride at Work Canada, only 14% of businesses consider LGBTQ2+ inclusion knowledge a...
On December 2, 2021, Bill 27: Working for Workers Act, 2021 (the “Act”) received Royal Assent and became law in Ontario. This law created new obligations for Ontario employers. One of the most notable requirements brought on by the Act is that employers with 25 or more employees must implement a written disconnecting from work...
It seems the worst is over. As COVID-19 cases climb down and vaccinations are administered at a rapid pace across Canada, we can hope to return to a pre-pandemic normal by end of this year. While it may take a few years to completely recover from the damage caused by the pandemic, there are many...
Pregnant employees in Alberta are entitled to an unpaid, job-protected maternity leave. While only birth mothers can take maternity leave, both parents – including adoptive parents – can avail of another unpaid, job-protected leave called parental leave. This leave is taken after the birth or adoption of a child. Employers should ensure they are following...
