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R v Greater Sudbury: Courts Consider Level of Knowledge, Skill, Expertise, and Control in Assessing Due Diligence of “Employers” under OHSA

Sep 5, 2024

The Court’s assessment of Sudbury’s due diligence now provides practical guidance to project owners respecting their obligations as “employers” under the OHSA.

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Constructive Dismissal or Justified Demotion? Insight from the British Columbia Civil Resolution Tribunal

Aug 22, 2024

A recent BCCRT decision sheds light on what does (and does not) constitute constructive dismissal when an employee’s duties are subject to change.

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Understanding Privacy Policies: Clarifying What They Are Not, and Avoiding Common Misconceptions

Aug 21, 2024

In this bulletin, we explain what a privacy policy is by looking at what it is not.

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Attention Federal Employers: Administrative Monetary Penalties Under the Federal Pay Equity Act Now in Force

Aug 13, 2024

Recent amendments to the Pay Equity Regulations establish an administrative monetary penalty scheme applicable to violations of the Pay Equity Act.

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New Guidance for Navigating Pay Transparency Reports

Aug 12, 2024

The BC Pay Transparency Regulation, updated as of July 2, 2024, sets out clear guidelines for employers to follow when preparing pay transparency reports.

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Overview of the Canadian Legal Framework Relative to Artificial Intelligence Systems Following the Adoption of the AI Act in Europe

Aug 9, 2024

This article provides you with an overview of the Canadian legal landscape relative to AI systems following the adoption of the AI Act in Europe.

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A Potential Solution to the Dreaded Full Trial in Alberta

Jul 31, 2024

Alberta Court clarifies what types of cases qualify for a streamlined trial under new Rules.

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Purchaser in the Driver’s Seat: Ontario Court of Appeal Enforces Commercial Non-Compete

Jul 9, 2024

A recent Ontario Court of Appeal decision affirms that non-competes within a sale of business context are presumed enforceable.

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A Word of Caution: Acceptance of an Email Offer of Employment May Create a Valid Employment Contract

Jul 8, 2024

Employers should ensure all terms of the employment contract are included in the initial offer to prevent an accidental contract with missing terms.