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Domtar shutting down Espanola mill, 450 jobs to be affected
The company said the Ontario-based facility will remain "indefinitely idle" for an "expected period greater than one year."…
Lior Samfiru on back to office mandates with 640 Toronto
Employment lawyer Lior Samfiru with Kelly Cutrara on 640 Toronto discusses options for employees facing return to office mandates.
Domtar: Severance Packages
Laid off or lost your job at Domtar? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance pay.
Pacific Smoke International: Severance Packages
Laid off or lost your job at Pacific Smoke International? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your…
Former City of Nanaimo CFO awarded more than $600K in discrimination case
The B.C. Human Rights Tribunal found that the employee's suspension and subsequent termination were discriminatory.
Working With Sick Colleagues & COVID Policies: Global News Interview
Employment lawyer Jon Pinkus speaks to Global News Toronto on employee health and safety concerns as the province enters cold and flu…
Can employers in Alberta cut a worker’s hours?
Boss reduced your hours of work? Understand your rights in Alberta and how our experienced team can help.
Employee Ousted Over OnlyFans: Canadian Justice Interview
Employment lawyer Mackenzie Irwin joins Canadian Justice to discuss the recent termination of an Education Assistant due to their OnlyFans account.
Labour Day Statutory Holiday in Ontario: Employee Guide
Find out what Labour Day is in Ontario, when the statutory holiday occurs, who is eligible for it, and other important employee…