Employment Law

Ongoing impact of COVID-19 on employment in B.C.
Samfiru Tumarkin LLP looks at five areas of employment law in British Columbia that continue to be impacted by the ongoing COVID-19…

Just Cause Termination of NICU Nurse after D.C. Rally
Associate Fiona Martyn reviews nurse Kristen Nagle's termination after attending a rally, and whether it was a termination for cause.

“Smile more” – a costly comment for an employer to make
A Vancouver employment lawyer explained why a company's suggestion that an employee "smile more" cost them $20,000.

What qualifies as a toxic workplace: Employment lawyer on Global News
A Vancouver employment lawyer joined Charles Adler on Global News Radio to discuss the resignation of Governor General Julie Payette and toxic…

Employment Lawyer on Governor General Julie Payette’s Resignation After Harassment
Partner Lior Samfiru comments on the 'scathing' report that has resulted in the resignation of Governor General Julie Payette, and workplace harassment.

TC Energy cutting over 1,000 jobs after Keystone XL project stopped
TC Energy is cutting 1,000 jobs after halting the Keystone XL Pipeline. Learn about severance pay for non-unionized employees impacted by the…

Vancouver employment lawyer on CKNW discussing vaccination policies at work
Employment lawyer joins Mornings with Sim on 980 CKNW to discuss vaccination policies in the workplace.

Work refusals in Hamilton due to COVID-19
Employment lawyer Chantel Goldsmith speaks with the Hamilton Spectator on a recent round of work refusals in Hamilton and workplace health and…

Aurora Cannabis layoffs after deal with Great North
Aurora Cannabis has laid off a number of sales staff after signing a deal with Great North to handle its Canadian recreational…