The unofficial holiday observing the supposed saddest day of the year is upon us. In 2023, Blue Monday is on January 16. What is Blue Monday? Blue Monday, deemed to be the most depressing day of the year, falls on the third Monday in January. It was started as a PR gimmick by a UK...
On November 24, 2022, Bill 41, which introduces key changes to BC’s Workers Compensation Act, received Royal Assent. The Act’s proposed changes entered the province’s legislature and underwent its first reading on October 31, 2022. Given that Bill 41 has been passed by the legislature, it is important to discuss the impacts it will have...
New Brunswick’s Employment Standards Act (ESA) provides for eight paid public holidays. Employees typically qualify for paid public holidays if they have worked for an employer for at least 90 calendar days and have worked their scheduled regular days of work before and after the holiday. Employers should know the rules around statutory holiday entitlement and pay...
Newfoundland and Labrador’s Labour Standards Act (LSA) outlines the rules regarding statutory holidays to ensure that employees get time off, correct pay and know when they are working. As an employer, it is important that you understand what your obligations are during stat holidays. You could incur penalties for not paying your staff the correct...
If you’re operating a small business, you’ll need to stay compliant with federal and provincial laws to remain up and running. This can seem like an impossible task, especially if you’re a new business owner. Understanding and staying on top of such a vast array of laws can overwhelm even the most seasoned entrepreneurs. When...
