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‘Employer’s breach of contract shouldn’t be subsidized’ by CERB: Lawyer’s Daily
A Vancouver employment lawyer offers commentary on a recent BC appeal court decision regarding CERB benefits to The Lawyer's Daily.
Appeal Win on CERB Deduction and $25K Severance for B.C. Marketer
Samfiru Tumarkin LLP secured full severance pay for a marketing manager after arguing that CERB shouldn't be deducted from their severance entitlements.
Canopy Growth cutting 55 jobs, restructuring Canadian operations
The licensed cannabis producer is eliminating dozens of jobs as it appoints a new executive to head its Canadian operations.
DoorDash cutting 1,250 corporate jobs as demand slows
The food delivery company is laying off hundreds of workers as it grapples with a slowdown in demand and high operating expenses.
DoorDash: Severance Pay
Laid off or lost your job at DoorDash? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance pay.
Former Vancouver Canucks staffer alleges discrimination, wrongful dismissal
Rachel Doerrie claims that her gender, mental illness, and physical disability were factors in her termination from the team on Sept. 27.
Employment lawyer on insurance industry layoffs in Canada
Employment lawyer Fiona Martyn spoke to Insurance Business Magazine on ongoing layoffs in the insurance industry.
Report: Manulife cutting 50 jobs, outsourcing property operations
The company said its remaining Canadian property operations teams will move to Chicago-based Jones Lang LaSalle in March 2023.
Do I have to return to work after being laid off by my employer?
Asked to return to work after being laid off? Learn about your rights and how our employment lawyers can help.