Employee poppy ban at Whole Foods
Employees in Whole Foods are facing a potential ban on wearing poppies to celebrate Remembrance Day. The grocery store franchise has stated that poppies are not part of the uniform dress code. This decision has caused a significant backlash amongst Canadians and customers and has led to questions of policies in the workplace.
Can an employee refuse this type of ban? Are employers allowed to ban poppies? A Toronto employment lawyer at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP joined Arlene Bynon on 640 to answer these questions and more.
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Lior Samfiru
Lior Samfiru is a Founding Partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP and the Practice Leader of the firm’s Labour & Employment Law Group. Known for his advocacy and success representing both employees and employers, Lior exclusively serves clients in Ontario, where his extensive experience has made him one of Canada’s most sought-after employment lawyers.
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