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Courts Responding to Online Harassment: Am I Protected as an Employee?

Harassment and bullying have long existed in society, including in the workplace. Fortunately, and in recent years, there has been a greater recognition in Canadian society of the seriousness of…

How do I Know if I Have Been Wrongfully Dismissed?

In most cases, employers have the right to end an employment relationship at any time. In exchange for this flexibility, employers are expected to meet certain obligations on dismissal, including…

Should My Employer Consider the Pandemic In my Severance Package?

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues many employees are having their employment terminated without cause. It is important to consider the impact of the pandemic on employee’s entitlements upon the termination…

Employment for Foreign Workers, Pt. 3: Termination of Employment

This blog is the final installment of a three-part series called ‘Employment for Foreign Workers’. You can view part one here and part two here.  As a temporary foreign worker (“TFW”)…

Federal Program Targets Post-Graduate Employment for International Students in Canada

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to have a significant impact not only on Canada’s labour market but also on the incoming workforce, included graduating and international students, who are looking to…

New Entry Requirements to Canada: What You Need to Know

In an effort to curb the spread of the COVID-19 virus and reduce non-essential travel, the Government of Canada has once again expanded entry restrictions and requirements to travel to…

Employment for Foreign Workers, Pt. 2: Protections While Working in Canada

This blog is part two of a three-part series called ‘Employment for Foreign Workers’. You can view part one here.  As a temporary foreign worker in Canada, it is important…

What Are My Rights Once I’ve Submitted a Workplace Complaint to my Employer?

Employers have a duty to maintain a safe workplace. Part of that duty includes ensuring that appropriate investigations are conducted into any incidents and complaints of workplace harassment, including sexual…

Helping You Understand Your Rights When Your Employment Comes to an End

COVID-19 has had a profound impact on the Canadian labour market. From lay-offs to reduced schedules, to permanent dismissals, employees (and their employers) have been severely impacted since the onset…