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Disability/Personal Injury January 1st, 2025

National Bank Long-Term Disability: A Complete 2025 Guide

By Sivan Tumarkin

Discover how to apply for National Bank long-term disability benefits, what to do if denied, and how to handle claim cut-offs.

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An assortment of currency from around the world. Scotiabank employees are entitled to severance pay when they lose their job.
Employment Law January 1st, 2025

Scotiabank Layoffs 2025: Severance Pay for Employees

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off from Scotiabank? Discover your rights as a Scotiabank employee, how severance pay is calculated & actions after job loss in…

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An assortment of currency from around the world. TD Bank employees are entitled to severance pay when they lose their job.
Employment Law January 1st, 2025

TD Bank Layoffs 2025: Severance Pay for Employees

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off from TD? Discover your rights as a TD employee, how severance pay is calculated and actions after job loss in…

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Employment Law January 1st, 2025

Alberta Minimum Wage 2025: Everything You Need to Know

By Lior Samfiru

Alberta's minimum wage is $15. Discover the 2025 rates, special categories, and all you need to know about the minimum wage in…

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Employment Law December 30th, 2024

General holidays for federally regulated employees in 2025

By Lior Samfiru

Find out when paid general holidays for federally regulated employees across Canada occur in 2025.

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Employment Law December 30th, 2024

Bench Accounting being acquired by Employer.com after abrupt closure

By Lior Samfiru

The acquisition comes just days after the Vancouver-based bookkeeping service suddenly shut down on Dec. 27.

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Employment Law December 30th, 2024

Bench Accounting Layoffs: Your Rights and Severance Pay Explained

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off at Bench Accounting? Understand your severance rights in Canada, next steps, and how our team can help.

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Employment Law December 28th, 2024

Alberta Statutory Holidays: Comprehensive Guide for 2025-26

By Lluc Cerda

Find all Alberta statutory holidays for 2025-26, plus holiday pay rules and optional holidays. Learn about your rights under the ESC.

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Car Accidents December 27th, 2024

9-year-old dead, struck by stolen vehicle fleeing Calgary police

By Sivan Tumarkin

Investigators are asking anyone with information on the incident, including photos or video, to contact them.

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