COVID-19
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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In A Flash
With the federal election taking place on September 20, 2021, the three major parties have made promises that will potentially have significant impacts on federal sector employers.
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In A Flash
Court has partially overturned Decision No. 1227/19 of the WSIAT on judicial review, permitting a worker to sue for constructive dismissal and related aggravated, moral and punitive damages, despite the worker being entitled to receive benefits under the WSIA.
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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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COVID-19
Mandatory work from home order is lifted but remote work is still recommended where possible. Employers must maintain health and safety measures to reasonably address the continuing COVID-19 hazard.
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COVID-19
Although this award was related to the construction industry specifically, it establishes that in the appropriate context, Ontario employers may implement reasonable COVID-19 rapid testing protocols to protect the health and safety of workers and the public.
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