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570 News – Are Canadian Employers Discriminating Against Potential Employees?
A recent study of job markets revealed that Canadian employers may be discriminating against potential candidates when looking at resumes.
Ontario Court of Appeal Upholds 24-Month Upper Limit for Notice Absent Exceptional Circumstances
The Court of Appeal has partially overturned a recent ruling that had found that a long-serving, senior employee was entitled to 30…
Workplace Relationships: Allegations Against Liberal MP Tan
GTA Liberal MP Geng Tan has been accused of having an extra-marital affair with a woman he had hired to work as…
Hamilton mayor’s office dog sparks human rights complaint
A City of Hamilton employee has filed a human rights complaint against mayor Fred Eisenberger, who brings his pet dog to work.
Teenie Bikini Bistro’s Dress Code Discriminatory?
The dress code at Teenie Bikini Bistro has some wondering if the restaurant's approach is discriminatory. Find out what the law says.
Canadians In Need of Disability Leave Increasing
A new survey on disability leave found that the number of working Canadians who need time off due to a disability is…
900 CHML – Vegan Firefighter Complains to Human Rights Tribunal
A vegan firefighter has filed a human rights complaint after his employer failed to provide appropriate vegan food options during a wildfire…
570 News – Does Employer’s Failure to Provide Vegan Food Violate Human Rights?
Are ethical vegans considered a creed under Canadian Human Rights or is it a lifestyle choice? Employment lawyer Jon Pinkus weighs in.
Ontario firefighter argues access to vegan food is a human right
Ontario firefighter Adam Knauff alleges his human rights were violated when he was not provided sufficient vegan food while fighting a fire.