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Ontario to Mandate ‘Right to Disconnect’ Policies, Among Other Changes
The ON Government has introduced the Working for Workers Act, 2021 which, if passed, will, among other things, ban non-compete agreements, require recruiters and temporary help agencies to be licenced, and mandate that certain employers implement “right to disconnect” policies.
Read moreLabour Arbitrators Have Sole Jurisdiction over Human Rights Claims by Unionized Employees says the Supreme Court of Canada
In a decision that will provide much-needed clarity to employers across the country, the SCC held that the Manitoba Human Rights Commission did not have jurisdiction to hear a human rights complaint by a unionized employee.
Read moreOntario WSIB Announces New Financial Measures at AGM
The Ontario government has announced a plan to reduce WSIB premium rates for 2022, and to distribute excess surpluses from the WSIB insurance fund to participating employers.
Read moreMandatory Vaccination Requirements Imminent for Federal Public Servants, Federally Regulated Transportation Sector, and Travellers
The Canadian Federal Government announced much-anticipated, wide ranging new mandatory vaccine measures.
Read moreOntario Human Rights Commission Policy Statement on COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates and Proof of Vaccine Certificates
OHRC takes the position that mandating and requiring proof of vaccination to protect people at work or when receiving services is generally permissible under the Human Rights Code.
Read morePaul McLean interviewed on CTV News - Vancouver. Can Employers Ask for Vaccine Status of Staff?
Employers May Need to Provide Employees with Paid Time Off to Cast Their Ballot on Election Day
Monday, September 20, 2021 is Election Day across Canada. For employees who have not already cast their vote at advance polls, employers must provide employees with paid time off to vote.
Read moreCOVID-19 Vaccine Mandatory for B.C. Healthcare Workers
Effective October 26, 2021, vaccination will be a condition of employment for employees at all B.C. healthcare facilities. Also included are those working in settings such as home and community care facilities, including client homes.
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