UKRAINE IN CRISIS: Keeping the economy running during the war has created many pressing and unprecedented issues for employers and employees. Our Ius Laboris network of Ukrainian lawyers have been keeping us posted about the numerous labour law questions that are arising from both the employer’s and employees’ point of view. New legal provisions have established some temporary rules.
While the Canadian government does not recommend non-essential travel, it may be inevitable. It is important for employers and foreign workers to understand obligations in place upon the foreign worker’s return to Canada.
Read moreBill 13 – the Employment Standards Amendment Act (No. 2), 2021 received Royal Assent and is now law in B.C. Bill 13 requires employers to provide paid COVID-19-related leave to eligible employees, for up to a maximum of 3 days.
Read moreOHS inspectors are conducting unannounced field visits across Ontario to verify compliance with the OHSA and its Regulations. Any inspection brings risk of compliance orders, stop work orders and possible prosecution for high-risk contraventions.
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