B.C.’s International Credentials Recognition Act is now in force — with the legislation taking effect on July 1, 2024. The new legislation …
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Paid leave for pregnancy loss, new protections for gig workers among changes for federally regulated workers
Ottawa has enacted new legislative measures aimed at enhancing protections for federally regulated employees, including gig workers, and improving work-life balance. Minister …
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FeaturedLabour RelationsLegislation & Compliance
Federal anti-scab law receives royal assent, set to take effect in June 2025
Ottawa’s bill to ban the use of replacement workers — also known as “scabs” — in labour disputes has received royal assent. …
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Prepping for a green future: Canadian Sustainable Jobs Act enacted by Ottawa
The Canadian Sustainable Jobs Act has been enacted by the federal government, a move it says is aimed at ensuring the country’s …
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CompensationFeaturedLegislation & Compliance
Wage fixing, no-poaching agreements now covered by Competition Bureau’s immunity, leniency programs
The Competition Bureau Canada, in collaboration with the Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC), has revised its Immunity and Leniency Programs to …
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Legislation & ComplianceWorkplace Safety & OHS
Bill to re-establish Manitoba’s Advisory Council on Workplace Safety receives royal assent
Manitoba’s new workplace safety legislation, which re-establishes the Advisory Council on Workplace Safety and Health, has received royal assent. It was one …
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Legislation & ComplianceWorkplace Safety & OHS
B.C. implements new road safety regulations requiring drivers to leave room for pedestrians, cyclists
Effective June 3, drivers in British Columbia are required to maintain new minimum distances from pedestrians and other vulnerable road users. The …
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B.C.’s whistleblower legislation expands to public post-secondary institutions
As of June 1, 2024, employees in public post-secondary institutions in British Columbia will benefit from new protections under the Public Interest …
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FeaturedLabour RelationsLegislation & Compliance
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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Diversity, Equity & InclusionFeaturedLegislation & Compliance
Ontario to require menstrual products on construction sites
Ontario is set to require larger construction projects to provide menstrual products on site. Labour Minister David Piccini says the province is …
