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Calling out workers who call in sick too much - HR Reporter
Dec 7, 2022 · Employment standards in Canada provide works with a lot of protection, due mostly to the power imbalance inherent in the employment relationship. It can take a lot for an employee to lose their job. And when employees get sick, they can usually take time off to get better, whether paid or unpaid. If an illness or injury lasts for a long time or ...
CHRR+ | Canadian HR Reporter
Attorney General of Canada, Public Service Alliance of Canada. 25 Nov 2024. Gary Curtis v. Minister of Employment, Workforce Development...et al. Court. Federal Court of Appeal. Case Number. A-138-22. Practice Area.
Canadian Tire store under investigation for alleged exploitation of ...
Oct 2, 2024 · A Canadian Tire store in Toronto is under investigation by both provincial and federal authorities following allegations of mistreatment and financial exploitation of employees hired under Ottawa’s Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program, according to a report.
What happens when an employee alleges harassment – after they …
Oct 3, 2024 · In Rougoor v.GoodLife Fitness Centres Inc., the HRTO ruled in favour of GoodLife, finding that the company was not obligated to investigate a harassment complaint brought by a former employee months after her termination. The decision also highlights the importance of timely reporting and thorough documentation, say two legal experts.
Ottawa passes legislation for national pharmacare
Oct 14, 2024. The federal government has completed the first phase of its plan to implement a national universal pharmacare program in the country. The federal government gave royal assent to the Pharmacare Act on Thursday, and the law took effect immediately. The law provides universal access to contraception and diabetes medications.
The role of fiduciary employees | Canadian HR Reporter
Oct 29, 2003 · Cunningham, the Ontario Court of Appeal said: “An employee who stands in a fiduciary relationship to his or her employer has an equitable obligation of loyalty, good faith, honesty and avoidance of conflict of duty and self-interest. The employee must act honestly, in good faith and with a view to advancing the employer’s best interests.”.
Subscriber exclusive: Best Places to Work for 2024
Oct 11, 2024 · Canadian HR Reporter is pleased to present the Best Places to Work for 2024, based on several key metrics that include culture, diversity, compensation and benefits — along with in-depth employee surveys. This year’s winners include an eclectic mix of employee-centred programs, strong compensation and benefits, while working hard to foster ...
Unemployment dip 'bit of a headfake,' says economist
Oct 14, 2024 · The unemployment rate in Ontario decreased slightly to 6.9%. Quebec also saw an increase of around 20,000 jobs (+0.5%), also in mostly full-time roles, though the unemployment rate remained steady at 5.5%. Manitoba and Nova Scotia each posted gains, with Manitoba adding roughly 4,600 jobs (+0.7%) and Nova Scotia gaining about 2,700 jobs (+0.6%).
Performance Management - Focus Areas | Canadian HR Reporter
Oct 8, 2024 · Worker can't argue unjust dismissal after ignoring employer's queries: board. Worker 'basically refused to come back to work or provide a real explanation,' says lawyer offering tips for HR. Oct 31, 2024.