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Employment Law May 25th, 2022

Unjust Dismissals for Federally Regulated Employees

By Lior Samfiru

Discover what an unjust dismissal is, when a federally regulated employee can claim one, and other options for compensation following a termination.

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A hand points a remote at an ambiguous streaming service on slightly obscured TV screen. Netflix Canada employees are entitled to full severance when they lose their job.
Employment Law May 25th, 2022

Netflix lays off 150 employees after losing 200K subscribers

By Lior Samfiru

Netflix is laying off around 150 workers, predominantly across the United States, as the number of subscribers drops.

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Bolt lays off one third of its employees
Employment Law May 25th, 2022

Silicon Valley startup Bolt lays off one-third of its employees

By Lior Samfiru

Financial technology company Bolt has announced it will be laying off 250 employees. Learn more about severance rights for those affected.

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Teresa Kieser, human rights
Employment Law May 24th, 2022

Alberta cardiac surgeon Dr. Teresa Kieser makes human rights complaint

By Karen Tereposky

Alberta's only female cardiac surgeon has filed a human rights complaint after alleged discrimination due to her age and gender.

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construction worker
Employment Law May 24th, 2022

Mental health not factor in layoff of Alberta construction employee

By Karen Tereposky

Evidence of mental health issues was a key factor in an Alberta Human Rights Commission case involving the firing of a construction…

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Business Bankruptcies in Canada surge
Employment Law May 19th, 2022

Bankruptcies in Canadian businesses surge, near pre-pandemic highs

By Lior Samfiru

Canadian business bankruptcies are beginning to mirror pre-pandemic levels. A quick look at rights for employees when a company closes.

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oracle canada, severance pay
Employment Law May 19th, 2022

Oracle Canada: Severance Packages

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or lost your job at Oracle Canada? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance…

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advanz pharma, severance pay
Employment Law May 17th, 2022

Advanz Pharma: Severance Packages

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or lost your job at Advanz Pharma? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance…

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tilray, severance pay
Employment Law May 17th, 2022

Tilray Canada: Severance Packages

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or lost your job at Tilray Canada? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance…

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