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Hamilton mayor’s office dog sparks human rights complaint
A City of Hamilton employee has filed a human rights complaint against mayor Fred Eisenberger, who brings his pet dog to work.
Teenie Bikini Bistro’s Dress Code Discriminatory?
The dress code at Teenie Bikini Bistro has some wondering if the restaurant's approach is discriminatory. Find out what the law says.
900 CHML – Vegan Firefighter Complains to Human Rights Tribunal
A vegan firefighter has filed a human rights complaint after his employer failed to provide appropriate vegan food options during a wildfire…
980 CKNW – Vegan firefighter files human rights complaint
Vegan firefighter Adam Knauff alleges that his human rights were violated when his employer failed to provide appropriate food during a wildfire…
570 News – Does Employer’s Failure to Provide Vegan Food Violate Human Rights?
Are ethical vegans considered a creed under Canadian Human Rights or is it a lifestyle choice? Employment lawyer Jon Pinkus weighs in.
Ontario firefighter argues access to vegan food is a human right
Ontario firefighter Adam Knauff alleges his human rights were violated when he was not provided sufficient vegan food while fighting a fire.
580 CFRA – Access to vegan food a human right? Ontario firefighter says yes
Should an An Ontario firefighter's access to vegan food while on the job be considered a human right? Alex Lucifero with legal…
Flooding and Worker Rights
Does an employee have a right to time off work to deal with a natural disaster, including flooding? Employment Lawyer Alex Lucifero…
570 News – Ford Government to meet unions on public sector wages
The Ford government is meeting with public sector unions to begin consultation on imposing a cap for future wage increases through legislation.