COVID-19
Believed to be the first civil court decision of its kind in Canada, the BC Supreme Court has dismissed an employee’s claim for constructive dismissal which was brought after the employee was placed on an unpaid leave of absence for failing to comply with her employer’s mandatory vaccination policy.
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In A Flash
Bill 10, which largely eliminates secret ballot votes as a precondition of unionization and opens the door for yearly union raids in the construction industry, has now passed third reading and is expected to become “law” by June 2, 2022 when it receives Royal Assent.
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In A Flash
The Provincial NDP government introduced Bill 10-2022, which stands to make significant labour friendly changes to British Columbia’s Labour Relations Code.
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In A Flash
The B.C. Government has introduced amendments to the Employment Standards Act regarding the new five-day paid sick leave entitlement introduced this year.
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COVID-19
As a result of the considerable increase in COVID-19 cases and transmission in BC, the Provincial Health Officer has announced businesses must again implement/revive their COVID-19 Safety Plans. What does this mean for employers in BC.
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COVID-19
This Grant is a one-time payment that will range from $1,000 to $10,000 for businesses recently mandated to temporarily shut down by the latest public health orders.
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COVID-19
The British Columbia provincial government has announced B.C. will institute a new, permanent paid sick leave program, effective January 1, 2022.
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COVID-19
The BC Labour Board recently denied an application for an interim order challenging the mandatory vaccination policies of a number of large public sector employers.
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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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