Will employees face consequences if not vaccinated?
Interview Summary
As more businesses implement mandatory vaccines policies, employers and employees are questioning what will be permitted at the workplace. Will employers in private businesses be able to impose mandatory vaccines?
Mackenzie Irwin, a Toronto employment lawyer and Associate at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP joins Scott Thompson on Global News Radio 900 CHML to answer questions concerning vaccines and employee rights.
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Interview Notes
- Legally what can an employer implement regarding vaccines?
- Does the recent mandate from the federal government include all federal employees?
- What can employers do for employees who are exempted from mandatory vaccines?
- Will there be fewer loopholes regarding vaccines in the future?
- What options do employees have if they do not wish to be vaccinated?
About the Author
Mackenzie A. Irwin
Mackenzie A. Irwin is an Ontario employment lawyer and a senior associate with Samfiru Tumarkin LLP’s Labour and Employment Law practice group. She leverages her experience to formulate creative solutions to complex legal problems for both employers and employees.
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