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Manitoba Statutory Holidays: 2025-26 Comprehensive Guide
Discover Manitoba's statutory holidays: dates, pay rules, eligibility, and exceptions. Clear answers for employees and employers.
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B.C. Break Times: Your Rights
Fired or laid off for taking a break at work in British Columbia? Learn about your rights and how our employment lawyers…
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List of Canadian Life Insurance Companies (2025)
A list of the largest and most notable life insurance companies operating in Canada, and what happens when they deny your claim.
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National Bank Layoffs 2025: Your Rights and Severance Pay Explained
Lost your job at National Bank? Learn more about your rights to severance and next steps after termination.
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National Bank Long-Term Disability: A Complete 2025 Guide
Discover how to apply for National Bank long-term disability benefits, what to do if denied, and how to handle claim cut-offs.
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Scotiabank Layoffs 2025: Severance Pay for Employees
Laid off from Scotiabank? Discover your rights as a Scotiabank employee, how severance pay is calculated & actions after job loss in…
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TD Bank Layoffs 2025: Severance Pay for Employees
Laid off from TD? Discover your rights as a TD employee, how severance pay is calculated and actions after job loss in…
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Can my employer cut my hours in Ontario?
Boss reduced your hours of work? Understand your rights in Ontario and how our experienced team can help.
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B.C. Minimum Wage in 2025: Rates, Changes, and What You Need to Know
B.C.'s minimum wage is $17.40. Discover the 2025 rates, special categories, and all you need to know about minimum wage in British…