Employment Law
Postmedia – Uber Loses Court Battle Over Arbitration Clause
Ontario’s top court has ruled that Uber drivers can turn to Canadian courts to try to resolve disputes with the ride-hailing service.
CBC News: Proposed class action against Uber can proceed
A proposed class-action lawsuit against Uber filed by one of its drivers will go ahead after Ontario's top court reversed a lower…
Accommodation for Employees with Cannabis, Alcohol and Drug Addiction
The New Brunswick Human Rights Commission is issuing guidelines to help employers meet legal obligations for employees who are addicted to drugs/alcohol.
900 CHML – Most Canadian employees are ready to quit their jobs
A new study found that nearly three quarters of respondents were either looking for work or would consider jumping ship if the…
Waiter accused of theft at ‘chaotic’ Vancouver airport restaurant reinstated – CBC News
A labour arbitrator in B.C. has served a victory to a waiter accused of theft at a busy and "chaotic" restaurant at…
LCBO Employees and Norman Hardie Wine
The Ontario liquor board is making plans to restock Norman Hardie wines and is warning employees to keep their opinions to themselves…
Vernon Firefighters Fired After Sex in Chief’s Office
Two fire department employees were fired after they were caught on camera having sex in the chief's office. Can your employer record…
680 News – Bullying on Job Witnessed by Half of Canadians
A new survey of more than 1,800 Canadians found that overall, 55 per cent were bullied or had co-workers who were bullied…
Workplace Bullying: Employers Are Making Expensive Mistakes
While one in two employees reported bullying to their employer, only a third of workplaces took steps to deal with it, which…