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After extensive consultations with stakeholders, the Federal Government has introduced legislation in Parliament proposing a number of significant reforms to the Canada Labour Code, RSC, 1985, c. L-2 (the “Code”). These reforms include expanding the legislative tools available to encourage the settlement of collective agreements and prevent work stoppages that could harm the national interest. … Continued
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Pay Equity Commissioner denies the application of the Treasury Board Secretariat of Canada seeking authorization to establish multiple pay equity plans for employees in the core public administration.
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In Paterson and Public Service Alliance of Canada, the Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board provided key guidance on running strike votes in the federal sector. Guidance such as this is rare in the federal sector.
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Upcoming amendment to the federal sector minimum age of employment under the Canada Labour Code are set to increase the minimum age of employment from 17 to 18 for certain types of work.
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The Canada Labour Code and Canada Labour Standards Regulations are undergoing several changes. This article outlines the content and timeline for these amendments.
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The three-pronged legislation aims to strengthen Canada’s data privacy framework and create new regulations for the responsible development of Artificial Intelligence, while continuing to implement Canada’s Digital Charter.
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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced an agreement between the Liberal Party and the NDP, titled Delivering for Canadians Now, A Supply and Confidence Agreement.
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This Bill proposes significant amendments, with the goal of promoting substantive equality between Canada’s official languages, English and French.
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The Regulations under the Accessible Canada Act have come into force, requiring federally regulated employers to prepare and publish accessibility plans, descriptions of feedback processes, and progress reports.
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