Coverage of workplace legislation and regulatory compliance affecting employers across Canada. Includes updates on employment standards, occupational health and safety laws, human rights, and obligations under federal and provincial regulations.
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 …
Nova Scotia is moving to position itself as a more economically self-sufficient province by passing a suite of new laws focused on …
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