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Accommodation for Employees with Cannabis, Alcohol and Drug Addiction
The New Brunswick Human Rights Commission is issuing guidelines to help employers meet legal obligations for employees who are addicted to drugs/alcohol.
900 CHML – Most Canadian employees are ready to quit their jobs
A new study found that nearly three quarters of respondents were either looking for work or would consider jumping ship if the…
Waiter accused of theft at ‘chaotic’ Vancouver airport restaurant reinstated – CBC News
A labour arbitrator in B.C. has served a victory to a waiter accused of theft at a busy and "chaotic" restaurant at…
TD Insurance Denials Criticized After Others Come Forward
Sivan Tumarkin, a Disability Lawyer and partner at Samfiru Tumarkin talks with Global News' Sean O'Shea about why insurance companies deny claims.
LCBO Employees and Norman Hardie Wine
The Ontario liquor board is making plans to restock Norman Hardie wines and is warning employees to keep their opinions to themselves…
Yonge Street Van Attack Lawsuits Face Hurdles
Experts say that the victims of the Yonge St. van attack may be denied the benefits that they would have received in…
Vernon Firefighters Fired After Sex in Chief’s Office
Two fire department employees were fired after they were caught on camera having sex in the chief's office. Can your employer record…
680 News – Bullying on Job Witnessed by Half of Canadians
A new survey of more than 1,800 Canadians found that overall, 55 per cent were bullied or had co-workers who were bullied…
Sun Life Financial denies disability coverage for Sandra Bullock
An insurance company is denying long-term disability coverage to a lady because if she is well enough to care for her severely…