On June 1, 2024, the general minimum wage in British Columbia will rise from $16.75 to $17.40 per hour, marking a 3.9% …
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Federal anti-scab law passes with all-party support, but CFIB warns it ’tilts’ labour laws in favour of unions
Labour groups are celebrating the passing of federal anti-scab legislation, but the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) is warning that it …
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Concordia University employees adopt strike mandate over remote work dispute
After 10 months of negotiations, 600 members of the Concordia University Professional Employees’ Union (CUPEU–CSN) have adopted a two-week strike mandate, to …
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Canada Post, CIBC, SAP among winners at 2024 Employment Equity Achievement Awards
Federal Minister of Labour Seamus O’Regan Jr. celebrated the 2024 Employment Equity Achievement Awards today at a ceremony held at the National …
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Ontario appoints labour veteran Dave Cassidy as Skilled Trades Special Advisor
The Ontario government has appointed Dave Cassidy, former President of Unifor Local 444, as the new Skilled Trades Special Advisor (STSA) to …
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Inquest into the death of New Brunswick scrapyard worker to begin next week
A coroner’s inquest will be held next week into the death of a 60-year-old man who died from injuries sustained while working …
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Shallow staffing: Lifeguard shortage means the public pool in Nipigon, Ont., can’t open this summer
The time has come to trade the pool for Lake Superior. In a post made to their Facebook page, the township of Nipigon announced …
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Crown prosecutors in New Brunswick vote for strike action if contract talks fail
Crown prosecutors in New Brunswick have voted 99 per cent in favour of strike action if their current round of contract talks …
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Top 10 people risks for 2024 include rising benefits costs, tech skills shortages: MercerMarsh
The top people risks in Canada are increasing health and benefits costs, according to a new report from MercerMarsh Benefits. “People can …
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407 ETR hits safety milestone: 4 million hours without a lost-time injury
407 ETR Concession Company Limited has achieved a significant milestone in employee safety, reaching four million hours without a lost-time injury. This …