A former farm labourer and manager has been awarded $434,980 in damages following a wrongful dismissal suit against his employer of 40 …
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Global HR Practices
Michigan’s thousands of farmworkers are unprotected, poorly paid, uncounted and often exploited
By Lisbeth Iglesias-Ríos, University of Michigan and Alexis J. Handal, University of Michigan Michigan is famous for its fruit festivals. Visitors can …
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Nearly 400 workers at Highline Mushrooms farms in British Columbia have joined the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) 1518, marking the …
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FeaturedLabour Relations
Industry milestone: Migrant workers at Highline Mushrooms in Abbotsford, B.C., unionize
A total of 170 migrant workers at Highline Mushrooms’ four factory farms in Abbotsford, B.C., have unionized, joining the United Food and …
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B.C. farmers are increasingly turning to new technology to address labour shortages and enhance food security, thanks to funding from both federal …
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FeaturedImmigration
Agri-businesses call for more flexibility in temporary foreign worker program: CFIB
Ottawa is considering significant changes to its Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) program, prompting agri-businesses to call for more streamlined processes and increased …
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FeaturedImmigration
Senate calls for substantial reforms to Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program, including a commission
The Standing Senate Committee on Social Affairs, Science, and Technology has released a report calling for substantial reforms to Canada’s Temporary Foreign …
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This May long weekend is always an eagerly anticipated event, but it also comes at a time when farmers are beginning the …
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FeaturedWorkplace Safety & OHS
Nearly 270 incidents: SaskPower reminds farmers to be careful when working near power lines
With the spring seeding season in full swing, SaskPower is urging Saskatchewan farmers to prioritize safety when working near power lines. During …
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FeaturedWorkplace Safety & OHS
Saskatchewan puts spotlight on farm safety with proclamation of Agricultural Safety Week
The Government of Saskatchewan has officially designated March 10 to 16 as Agricultural Safety Week. The announcement comes as a reminder of …
