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Employment Law October 19th, 2023

Federal agencies must do more to create ‘truly inclusive workplace’, report finds

By Lior Samfiru

Canada’s auditor general concluded that six government organizations need to improve their response to racism and discrimination at work.

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Employment Law October 19th, 2023

Can employers prevent staff from taking on side gigs?

By Jeremy Herman

Boss doesn't approve of side hustles? Understand your rights in Canada and how our experienced team can help.

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Employment Law October 19th, 2023

Desjardins Layoffs: 400 jobs slashed amid challenging economic conditions

By Lior Samfiru

The financial services conglomerate said some of the layoffs will come through natural attrition.

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Employment Law October 19th, 2023

Desjardins: Severance Packages

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or lost your job at Desjardins? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance pay.

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Disability/Personal Injury October 19th, 2023

WCB (Alberta) vs. LTD: Understanding the differences

By Sivan Tumarkin

Get a clear understanding of the difference between WCB and LTD, and how our lawyers can help when your LTD claim is…

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Employment Law Show - TV October 19th, 2023

Fact or Fiction: Termination for Cause | Employment Law Show TV – S8 E03

By Lior Samfiru

FACT OR FICTION TERMINATION FOR CAUSE, returning from maternity leave, resigning due to workplace harassment, and more on Season 8 Episode 03…

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Employment Law October 18th, 2023

Executive Employment Contracts: Definition & Negotiating

By Lior Samfiru

This guide sheds light on the six crucial areas of executive employment contracts and offers insight into maximizing your severance.

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Employment Law October 18th, 2023

ATS acquiring water purification company Avidity Science for $265M: Employee rights

By Lior Samfiru

Understand your rights in Canada if your employer decides to sell the business and how our experienced team can help.

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Employment Law October 18th, 2023

Scotiabank cuts 3% of staff, streamlining banking operations

By Lior Samfiru

The restructuring charge is one of several charges that are expected to impact the bank's fourth-quarter results.

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