Do OHS Laws Protect Workers Who Work from Home? – Ask The Expert
In most jurisdictions, the answer is YES. QUESTION Do the OHS laws require us to take measures to protect workers who do their job from home or a remote location? If so, […]
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Telecommuting & Remote Work Policy Template
Establish clear ground rules when letting employees work from home. Letting employees work remotely from home offers organizations significant benefits, like lower overhead, equipment and other costs, the capacity to utilize […]
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Jury Duty Leave Policy Template
You must give employees unpaid leave for jury duty. Canadian citizens have a civic duty to attend court, participate in jury selection and serve as jurors if they’re selected to do […]
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Jury Duty Leave Rights: Know The Laws Of Your Province
Jury duty leave is required in every jurisdiction but leave is paid only in Newfoundland. Employees called to jury service during scheduled work time are allowed to take unpaid leave for […]
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New National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Takes Effect September 30: Compliance Alert
7 jurisdictions will and 6 will not recognize the new holiday in 2021. Thursday, September 30, 2021, will be the first official observance of the new federal National Day for Truth […]
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Do Employees Get Time Off to Vote on Election Day?
Employees may be entitled to 3 hours off at full pay, depending on their Election Day work schedule. Remember that your employees may be entitled to paid time off to vote […]
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Bereavement Leave Rights: Know The Laws Of Your Province
Bereavement leave eligibility, pay, notification and verification rules vary by province. Bereavement leave is required by the employment standards laws of every jurisdiction except Nunavut. But specific eligibility, pay, notification and […]
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How to Audit Your Bereavement Leave Policy
The 9 things you need to check to ensure compliance. In addition to being emotionally devastating, losing a loved one is often disruptive to the extent it requires employees to miss […]
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Workplace Impairment Removal Policy
Here’s a template of a policy providing for the immediate removal of workers who are impaired by drugs, alcohol or other substances, based on a model published by the Northwest […]
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We Know The Pandemic Has Made Every Day Feel Like A Year, But Come On!
Many are familiar with the general idea that, when it comes to reasonable notice, one month per year of service is the usual starting point. In the case of Dalton v. […]
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Are CERB Payments Deductible From Wrongful Dismissal Damages? Maybe.
In a recent "win" for employers, and a decision that is the "first of its kind", a court in British Columbia deducted Canada Emergency Response Benefit ("CERB") payments from wrongful […]
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Has Your Workplace Transitioned Its COVID-19 Safety Plan To A Communicable Disease Prevention Plan?
On July 1, 2021, B.C. moved into Step 3 of its COVID-19 Restart Plan. As part of this phase, B.C. employers are no longer required to maintain a WorkSafeBC approved […]
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What Should Businesses Do About The Recommendation To Wear Masks In Indoor Public Spaces Until Fully Vaccinated?
B.C.'s Provincial Health Officer, Dr. Bonnie Henry,1 and the Public Health Agency of Canada,2 have recommended that individuals who are not fully vaccinated3 continue wearing masks in indoor public spaces. At the same time, […]
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Equal Pay – Know The Laws Of Your Province
Equality of pay may be required by human rights, employment standards or pay equity laws. No matter what part of Canada you’re in, it’s illegal to deliberately pay employees of one […]
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Emergency Evacuation of the Disabled – Know The Laws Of Your Province
OHS and accessibility laws require accommodations for the disabled. OHS laws require employers to create and implement an emergency response plan and procedures for evacuating or sheltering in place in case […]
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British Columbia Office Of The Human Rights Commissioner Provides Guidance To Employers On Vaccination Status Policies
British Columbia's Office of the Human Rights Commissioner (BCOHRC) recently released A human rights approach to proof of vaccination during the COVID-19 pandemic (Guidance), which offers general advice on how employers and […]
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Workplace COVID-19 Vaccination Passport Policy
Although courts have yet to weigh in on the issue, regulatory guidelines indicate that employers may follow the lead of some provincial governments and implement COVID-19 vaccination passport policies requiring […]
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COVID-19 Vaccination Passport Lawscape
Which provinces have adopted vaccination passport requirements?
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How to Audit Your Compassionate Care Leave Policy
10 things to check to ensure compliance. Caring for an elderly parent care or other close family member who’s on the verge of death is an emotionally harrowing experience; less than […]
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Compassionate Care Leave Policy Template
A template you can use to create a new leave policy or vet your current one. Caring for an elderly parent care or other close family member who’s on the verge […]
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Compassionate Care Leave Rights Across Canada
Compassionate care eligibility, notification, verification and reinstatement rules in each jurisdiction. Caring for an elderly parent care or other close family member who’s on the verge of death is an emotionally […]
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2021 Due Diligence Guide
The first half of 2021 has been transformative for HR and employment law in Canada. New regulations have taken effect regarding workplace safety, temporary layoffs, right to disconnect, privacy, and […]
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Step 3 Of BC’s Restart Plan: Employers Advised To Shift From COVID-19 Safety Plans To Communicable Disease Plans
Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry announced that on July 1, British Columbia will be moving to step 3 of the province's restart plan. As part of the move, Dr. Henry […]
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Statutory Holidays in Each Part of Canada in 2021
Adjust your work schedules for the year accordingly. Here’s a consolidated list of each jurisdiction’s statutory holidays in 2021 so you don’t have to track them down from the 14 ESA […]
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The 7 Most Important New HR Laws of 2021 (So Far)
Significant HR changes took effect in Alberta, BC, Ontario, Manitoba and the federal jurisdiction. Although issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic and public health orders continues to drive HR compliance, new […]
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Month In Review – British Columbia
Download the British Columbia Month In Review. These monthly snapshots will provide you with up-to-date information to develop your business strategy by giving expert advice on what actions should be taken […]
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What Employers Should Know About BC’s New Accessibility Legislation
The B.C. Government is reviewing new accessibility legislation that will establish standards aimed at identifying, removing and preventing barriers to accessibility and inclusion. If passed, standards will be developed in […]
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COVID-19 Unpaid Leave Policy (All jurisdictions except Ontario)
A template for creating a legally compliant COVID leave policy. Since the pandemic began, all but 2 jurisdictions (Northwest Territories and Nunavut) have revised their employment standards laws to give employees […]
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BC Accessibility Legislation Now In Force
On June 17, 2021, the BC Legislature passed the Accessible British Columbia Act (the "Act") into law. The Act will create new responsibilities for organizations. What Does the Act Do? The Act allows the […]
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COVID-19: Cross-Canada Support Programs for Employers and Employees
This document sets out employment-related support programs across Canada for businesses and workers. It does not include the myriad of other programs designed to assist individuals or families independent of […]
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