Worker Got Fired After, Not Because She Complained of Safety
The Alberta OHS reprisal law is a bit confusing. It bans employers from taking “discriminatory action,” defined as including termination,
Employer Must Try to Accommodate Safety-Sensitive Worker’s Alcoholism
After nearly 16 years of excellent performance, a millwright found himself on the wrong end of progressive disciplinary actions for
Court Upholds Air Canada’s Mandatory Retirement for Pilots Policy
Back in 2012, the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal ruled that Air Canada’s mandatory retirement policy for pilots turning 60 wasn’t
Unsupported Suspicions Not Enough to Require Post-Incident Drug Testing
A safety-sensitive refinery worker was the prime suspect for inflicting roughly $1,100 worth of bumper damage to a truck he
Personal Internet Use During Work Is Time Theft and Just Cause to Terminate
Was excessive web-surfing during work hours time theft justifying termination of a receptionist after 7 years of discipline-free service? The
Falling Asleep on Job Is Grounds for Discipline but Not Termination
Video surveillance film showed a mattress plant mold operator in a posture strongly suggesting he was literally asleep at the
Ontario Court Recognizes New Online Harassment Tort
If a new Ontario court ruling holds up on appeal, victims of online harassment will be able to sue their
Employee Waited Too Long to Sue for Constructive Dismissal
After over 3 years of medical leave and no prospect for imminent return, a company terminated a store manager for