Employer AdviceMarch 10, 2022by Kiljon Shukullari
Should Employers Allow Remote Workers to Work Abroad?
Geographical location becomes immaterial when you are working remotely. A good Internet connection and necessary equipment is all one needs to be able to work comfortably. The biggest change the pandemic has brought in the way we work is the switch to remote work. The successful transition to remote work has led many employers across...
Health and SafetyMarch 2, 2022by Michelle Ann Zoleta
Health and Safety Advice for Managing Allergies in the Workplace
Some of your employees may be allergic to certain materials or foods, such as peanuts, gluten, latex, strong fragrances, dust, solvents, etc. Allergic reactions can vary from mild to life-threatening and may affect the skin, eyes and/or the respiratory system. Shortness of breath, excessive sneezing, watery eyes, skin irritation, swelling, rashes, and nausea are some...
Employer AdviceJanuary 24, 2022by Olivia Cicchini
Bill C-3: 10 Days of Paid Sick Leave for Federal Employees
The federal Bill C-3, An Act to Amend the Criminal Code and the Canada Labour Code, received Royal Assent on December 17, 2021. It amends the Canada Labour Code (CLC) to provide 10 days of paid sick leave for employees in the federally regulated private sector. What significant amendments have been made by Bill C-3?...
Employer AdviceJanuary 10, 2022by Olivia Cicchini
Omicron & Labour Shortages: Employer Advice on Creating a Contingency Plan
As the Omicron variant sweeps across Canada and the world, most jurisdictions are reporting record-breaking daily case numbers. Employers across many sectors are facing staff shortages as their employees fall ill and are required to isolate. While British Columbia faces labour shortages across many sectors, such as healthcare and education, Alberta is facing staff shortages...
Employer AdviceDecember 10, 2021by Olivia Cicchini
Omicron COVID-19 Variant: Ontario Enhances Public Health Measures
With new COVID-19 cases touching over a thousand per day and the threat of the new variant looming, Ontario has announced a slew of enhanced public health measures. The province has now delayed its initial plan to lift proof of vaccination requirement from certain settings by mid-January 2022. The new steps announced on December 10,...
Employer AdviceDecember 3, 2021by Olivia Cicchini
BC Paid Sick Leave: Here’s All Employers Need to Know
*This blog was updated on May 31, 2022. Workers in British Columbia can now stay home when sick without having to worry about losing their pay. Effective January 1, 2022, all BC employees covered by the BC Employment Standards Act (ESA) are entitled to a minimum of five paid sick leave days per year if...
Employer AdviceDecember 2, 2021by Olivia Cicchini
Bill 27 Ontario: Employer Advice on the Working for Workers Act 2021
Bill 27, Working for Workers Act, 2021, which makes major amendments to the Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA), passed through the provincial legislature on November 30, 2021. It received Royal Assent on December 2, 2021. The Working for Workers Act, 2021, which seeks to better support and protect workers in Ontario was first introduced...
A hybrid office does offer the best of both worlds. When employees get the option to split their work week between home and office, they enjoy greater flexibility in managing their time and daily routines. It is especially useful for those employees who also have childcare or caregiving responsibilities. But hybrid work, too, is not...
Employer AdviceOctober 22, 2021by Olivia Cicchini
Can Employers Pay Staff Less for Working from Home?
Remote work is, inarguably, the biggest work trend ushered in by the pandemic. Permanent remote work, hybrid work, and satellite offices have emerged as alternatives to the traditional 9-to-5 office. It may be that your teams are still working remotely due to continuing public health restrictions in your region or you’re considering permanent remote work...
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