In A Flash
In Paterson and Public Service Alliance of Canada, the Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board provided key guidance on running strike votes in the federal sector. Guidance such as this is rare in the federal sector.
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In A Flash
The Federal Government recently tabled its 2023 budget, “A Made-in-Canada Plan: Strong Middle Class, Affordable Economy, Healthy Future.” The Budget proposes several potential amendments that would strengthen worker protections and entitlements.
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In A Flash
Upcoming amendment to the federal sector minimum age of employment under the Canada Labour Code are set to increase the minimum age of employment from 17 to 18 for certain types of work.
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COVID-19
Employees who received CERB following termination of employment will no longer have those benefits deducted from any award of wrongful dismissal damages.
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In A Flash
EI sickness benefits extended from 15 to 26 weeks and an increase of available unpaid medical leave from 17 to 27 weeks for federally regulated private sector employees under the Canada Labour Code.
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In A Flash
The Canada Labour Code and Canada Labour Standards Regulations are undergoing several changes. This article outlines the content and timeline for these amendments.
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