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Labour 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.
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Breaking with Traditional OHS Roles at Construction Projects? Ontario Court of Appeal Expands Potential Risk to Owners, Employers
The decision should be of concern to all “owners” and “employers” as it could significantly expand liabilities under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act on construction projects.
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Ontario Proposes Temporary Program for Paid Sick Days Relating to COVID-19
ON Government announced an intention to implement legislation which, if passed, would temporarily provide employees with up to three paid sick days for absences related to COVID-19.
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