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COVID-related layoff constitutes constructive dismissal: court

A recent decision of the Ontario Superior Court, Coutinho v. Ocular Health Centre, could open the floodgates to constructive dismissal claims against employers from employees temporarily laid off as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.


Is disciplining an employee worth the effort?

In almost all cases, a disciplinary termination needs to be preceded by a pattern of what is legally known as “progressive discipline.”


‘COVID tax’: Some Canadians report working more than before

A new survey reveals that many Canadian workers, especially those working remotely as a result of the pandemic, are paying a “COVID tax” — the number of additional hours they are working since the start of the pandemic.


Amazon seeks to hire 75,000 in U.S.; offers $100 to vaccinated hires

Amazon is seeking to hire 75,000 people in a tight job market and is offering bonuses to attract workers, including new hires who are already vaccinated for COVID-19.


Business, labour groups clash at Senate committee over $15 federal minimum wage

The head of the country’s largest private-sector union says Parliament should raise the federal minimum wage to $15 per hour, and possibly put future increases into the hands of an independent commission.
 
 
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CN Rail pension saga may be wake-up call for wider industry

Failure to ensure internal policies reflect the current needs of your employees can have wide-ranging affects, as evidenced by the recently concluded struggle between CN Rail and Newfoundlander Ken Haire. » Read More
 
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Work-related mental illnesses cost more than physical injuries

When people are physically hurt on the job and need time off work, employers generally know how to help them safely return to work. But it’s a different story when it comes to psychological injuries. » Read More

Some bosses are using COVID-19 as an excuse to push workers

A recent survey looked under the hood of the Canadian workplace to study how work has changed and become more stressful. » Read More
 
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Before implementing a mental fitness plan, you must have a foundation in place

Not paying attention to your mental fitness foundation can result in higher levels of stopping and starting a mental fitness plan rather than adopting it as a priority for long-term mental health to prevent mental illness or enjoy a higher quality of life. » Read More

Let content fill the stage – not ego

Public speaking isn’t easy. People who are great at it often honed their skill over many years, and they make it look easy. » Read More