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Red Wings Zamboni driver sues after being fired for urinating in drain at work
The former Zamboni driver for the Detroit Red Wings is suing the team after he was fired for being in a drain…
Employers will pay for ignoring disabilities: Alberta Human Rights Commission
An employer learned an expensive lesson after the Alberta Human Rights Commission found that it ignored an employee's alcoholism.
Wrongful dismissal for Manitoba man fired for vaccination status
Employment lawyer Lior Samfiru speaks to CBC News on a wrongful dismissal suit and terminations as a result of vaccination status.
Manager doesn’t like you? Alberta court says it’s not termination for cause
An Alberta court decision reveals that an employer can't fire an employee without severance simply due to a personality conflict at work.
Pay cuts not permitted, even in a pandemic: Alberta court
A decision in Alberta reinforces the fact that a company can't impose a pay cut on an employee, even if it is…
Apple workers quit over return-to-office plans: Their rights in Canada
Apple has upset some employees with its decision to bring them back to the office. A Canadian employment law expert explains what…
Executive and C-suite severance pay
A senior employment lawyer explains the complexities that comprise severance packages for executives, and how to get maximum compensation upon termination.
Do seasonal workers get severance pay?
Learn how severance pay is calculated for seasonal workers in Canada, when they are entitled to a package, and how to get…
Lost your job due a natural disaster? Here is what you should know
Answers to some of the most important questions about what to do if you lose your job or are exposed to risk…