The British Columbia government has enacted new legislative changes that prevent individuals convicted of serious criminal offences from legally changing their names. …
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FeaturedImmigration
Manitoba extends work permits for temporary skilled workers to address labour shortages
The Manitoba government has announced a new initiative to retain skilled workers by extending work permits for temporary residents eligible to apply …
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FeaturedLayoffs
Canfor to permanently close two sawmills in B.C., minister pledges support for impacted workers
The B.C. forestry sector is facing further challenges with Canfor’s announcement of the permanent closure of two sawmills and reduced operations in …
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The union representing foremen at British Columbia’s ports say members have voted overwhelmingly to authorize strike action if necessary in an ongoing …
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Diversity, Equity & InclusionOpinion
DEI policies work best when they are designed to include everyone and are backed by evidence
By Henry Tran, University of South Carolina As the U.S. becomes increasingly polarized, diversity, equity and inclusion – also known as DEI …
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FeaturedLabour Relations
Operator announces mediated talks as Metro Vancouver HandyDART transit workers strike
The operator of Metro Vancouver’s specialized HandyDART transit system says it will meet with striking workers and a mediator on Sunday in …
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CompensationOpinion
The real issue at the heart of Canada’s meat processing industry isn’t labour shortages — it’s low wages
By Bronwyn Bragg, University of Lethbridge and M Jennifer Hyndman, York University, Canada A United Nations special rapporteur recently released a damning …
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ImmigrationOpinion
Canada needs to overhaul the Temporary Foreign Worker program, not just tinker with it
By Jane Stinson, Carleton University The federal government recently announced important changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker program, a program that allows …
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The Ontario government is increasing the minimum wage from $16.55 per hour to $17.20, effective Oct. 1, 2024. This 3.9 per cent …
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On Sept. 1, 2024, new provincial regulations to strengthen Saskatchewan’s immigration integrity framework came into effect. The Immigration Services Act was passed in the …
