In A Flash
Employment and Social Development Canada announces federal minimum wage of $15 per hour for workers in the federally regulated private sector, set to take effect on December 29, 2021. What are the potential implications for federal employers?
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COVID-19
In recently released policy guidance, B.C.’s Human Rights Commissioner outlines its view that vaccination policies need to strike a balance between upholding individual rights and protecting collective rights to health and safety.
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COVID-19
Provided Canada’s COVID-19 epidemiology remains favourable, the Canadian border will soon be open to travellers fully vaccinated with Government of Canada-accepted vaccines.
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In A Flash
The Federal Government has announced a Task Force to conduct a comprehensive review of the Employment Equity Act, with a report expected in 2022. This article sets out the mandate of the Task Force and the potential implications for federal sector employers.
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COVID-19
All services, which were open under Step Two, such as construction, remain open under Step Three. Masking and physical distancing requirements remain in place throughout Step Three.
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In A Flash
The Act provides that most federally-regulated employers with 10 or more employees in 2021 will have 3 years from August 31, 2021, to develop a pay equity plan for the workplace.
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COVID-19
Stage 3 is AB’s final stage in its reopening plan and will result in nearly all current COVID-19 related public health restrictions implemented by AB Health being lifted.
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In A Flash
A new regulation under the Occupational Health and Safety Act will come into force on July 1, 2021 in Ontario.
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