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The Volunteer Relationship

Many charities and not-for-profit organizations depend on the dedication and hard work of their volunteers. It is important to consider the obligations arising from the relationship between volunteer and organization.

Salary Increases And Temporary Foreign Workers — Are You Compliant?

There have been many changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) over the last year, with an emphasis on employer compliance.

What Protection From Discrimination Do Employees Have On The Grounds Of Sexual Orientation?

What are the rights of the LGBT community within the realm of employment?

Are You Keeping Track Of Political Activities?

This article discusses the definition of political activities and how charities should keep track of them.

Off Duty Misconduct: When Can You Terminate?

An employee's off-duty conduct resulted in dismissal.

Everything Has A Price: Interns And Volunteers May Not Be Free

While the attractiveness of engaging young and motivated individuals for no cost is understandable, employers should approach these unpaid positions with caution. They could expose the employer to liability. In many cases interns and volunteers could turn out to be employees.

Exploring Options to Address Excessive Employee Absences

5 Steps to address employee misuse of sick time with alternative’s to discipline and termination

Recruit, Screen, Hire and Repeat?

Gather and examine hiring data to help improve your hiring results

OSC Whistleblower Roundtable Provides Food For Thought

On June 9, 2015 the OSC hosted a round-table discussion (the "Round-table") on its proposed whistle blower program framework.

Unauthorized Deductions From An Employee's Wages May Amount To Constructive Dismissal

Employers are required by law to make certain deductions from employees' wages, including for income tax, employment insurance premiums and others when authorized by employees.

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