We are proud to announce that Loretta Bouwmeester is one of the newest Queen’s Counsel appointees in Alberta. The Minister of Justice and Solicitor General recognizes lawyers who have provided exceptional service to Albertans and the legal community and who have made significant contributions to the administration of justice. Congratulations Loretta!
On November 27, 2024, the Ontario government introduced yet another amendment to Ontario’s OHS legislation, further increasing the potential for severe, if not crushing, corporate OHS penalties. Bill 229, the Working for Workers Six Act, 2024 (the “Bill”), introduced a number of potential changes to labour and employment legislative provisions.
Read moreThe Supreme Court of Canada has released its long-awaited decision in R. v. Greater Sudbury (City). The Court has split 4:4 on its decision, reflecting a strongly divided opinion on a complex area of OHS law regarding the role and duties of owners and, more broadly, employers on a construction project. While the City of Greater Sudbury’s appeal is dismissed as a result, the decision raises significant questions for all owners and employers tasked with managing risk in a multi-employer workspace. This Advisor provides a summary of the Supreme Court’s decision, and discusses its potential implications.
Read morePremier Horgan announced new measures to stop the spread of COVID-19 by returning travellers. BC is the first province to require an approved self-isolation plan as part of the traveller’s return.
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