In an era of increased strike activity and union power, labour experts say it’s not surprising to see more calls for government intervention in certain sectors like transportation. What’s new, …
Julia Dougall-Picard swings into action when customers settle in for lunch at Frite Alors in Montreal’s downtown Quartier Latin neighbourhood. The 20-year-old works as a server at the popular restaurant …
The Canada Employment Insurance Commission has announced a small decrease in the Employment Insurance (EI) premium rate for 2025. Employees will pay $1.64 per $100 of insurable earnings, down from …
Ontario child-care centres that aren’t participating in the national $10-a-day program will soon lose provincial funding to offer fee subsidies to lower-income families and their staff could see a pay …
Nova Scotia has introduced new legislation aimed at strengthening workplace protections, with changes to workers’ compensation, harassment prevention, and unpaid sick leave. The Stronger Workplaces for Nova Scotia Act, tabled by …
The Nova Scotia government has tabled a bill that would significantly increase the amount of unpaid leave employees could take if they fall ill. Labour Minister Jill Balser says her …
The Government of Saskatchewan has stepped in to bridge a $17.6 million shortfall in federal funding for employment and skills training, ensuring that key programs continue uninterrupted in the province, …
Ontario child-care operators in the national $10-a-day program will soon be compensated in a way the province says will cover the true cost of providing care, after many said they …
Ontario and Nova Scotia have joined forces in a new initiative aimed at enhancing the mobility of skilled tradespeople between the two provinces, addressing labour shortages in critical sectors such …
The federal government is launching an initiative to gather public input on how to shape the country’s workforce to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global economy. Employment Minister …
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