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Mental health the ‘primary reason’ Canadians take time off work, report finds
Researchers say the findings indicate a "major need for greater flexibility in mental health benefits and coverage."…
Employment lawyer talks Starbucks lawsuit on Global
Employment lawyer Aaron Levitin provides commentary on an ongoing Starbucks lawsuit with Global News Calgary.
Employment lawyer on rights of fired Lululemon employees
Employment lawyer Alex Lucifero joins CTV News Ottawa to discuss the terminations of Lululemon employees due to a breach in safety policy.
Layoffs at Rogers due to restructuring after Shaw merger
The layoffs follow on the heels of Rogers' acquisition of Shaw Communications for $20 billion - the largest takeover in Canadian telecom…
BMO Capital Markets cutting 4% of staff, Canadians affected
The bank is laying off dozens of employees as it grapples with slower trading and investment banking activity.
University Health Network: Severance Packages
Laid off or lost your job at UHN? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance pay.
Loblaw lays off 80 registered dietitians: Reports
Do dietitians working for Loblaw get severance pay when they lose their job - even if they worked as a contractor?…
Injury Claim After a Road Rage Incident: Global News Interview
Disability and personal injury lawyer Albert Klein joins Global News Toronto to discuss the recent rise of road rage incidents and filing…
MNP: Severance Packages
Laid off or lost your job at MNP? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance pay.