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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…
Starting a new job? Here’s how an employment contract could limit your rights
With recent jobless numbers dropping dramatically, and economists now declaring that the COVID recession is over, many individuals will be starting new…
Employment lawyer on bosses forcing staff back to the office
Employment lawyer Jon Pinkus joins Greg Brady on Radio 640 Toronto to discuss employees returning to the office and the possibility of…
Proof of Vaccination in British Columbia: The Facts
The B.C. government initiated a proof of vaccination system with the BC Vaccine Card.
Will Smith Oscar slap: How to respond to workplace assault
An employment lawyer explains how to respond to workplace harassment following Will Smith's incident with Chris Rock at the Oscars.
Working notice invalid if you work past the notice period: Courts
A recent case in Alberta confirms that working notice doesn't count if the employee continues working for the employer past the end…
Spin Master: Severance Packages
Laid off or lost your job at Spin Master? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance…
Centreville Amusement Park reopening and hiring
Employment rights for seasonal workers as Toronto's Centreville Amusement Park goes on a hiring blitz and seeks to reopen on May 7.
Lilly Canada: Severance Packages
Laid off or lost your job at Lilly? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance pay.