Legislation & Compliance

Ontario will become the first province in Canada to require automatic external defibrillators at construction sites, a move aimed at reducing workplace …

Saskatchewan’s government passed amendments to The Saskatchewan Employment Act that will add protections for workers while supporting business growth, including limits on …

Nova Scotia has unveiled its third multi-year accessibility plan that outlines the province’s commitments and priorities for creating a more accessible environment …

Canadian employers are legally required to ensure their workers have sufficient time to cast ballots in today’s federal election, with potential penalties …

British Columbia will eliminate the requirement for workers to obtain sick notes for short-term absences, freeing up healthcare providers to spend more …

Prince Edward Island has introduced legislation aimed at reducing interprovincial trade barriers and streamlining licensing processes for regulated occupations — moves expected …

Ontario’s minimum wage will increase to $17.60 per hour on Oct. 1, the provincial government announced Tuesday, marking a 2.4 per cent …

Manitoba’s minimum wage will increase to $16 per hour on Oct. 1, a 20-cent bump tied to the province’s inflation rate, the …

Nova Scotia’s minimum wage will rise to $15.70 per hour on April 1, a 50-cent increase aimed at helping low-income workers manage …

Alberta has approved a temporary job-protected leave for Canadian Armed Forces reservists based in the province to support security operations during the …