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Clearing the Cache: BC Court Orders for Return of Data in Privacy Breach Dispute

Jul 8, 2024

A recent BCSC decision provides an example of a remedy that a public body may seek if personal information in their custody is obtained without authorization.

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Employee Snooping and Fireable Offences

Join our thought leaders, Ioana Pantis and Robbie Grant, on Thursday, July 18, 2024 for a practical discussion on employee snooping in the workplace.

Details Thursday, July 18, 2024
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The Customer is Always Right: Ontario Court of Appeal Upholds Dismissal for Frustration When Customer Requirements Change

Jul 3, 2024

The Customer is Always Right: Ontario Court of Appeal Upholds Dismissal for Frustration When Customer Requirements Change

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Accommodations or Undue Hardship? Navigating Employee Requests vs. Employer Limits

Jun 26, 2024

The BCHRT provides guidance for employers faced with unreasonable requests to accommodate employees that would force the employers to experience undue hardship.

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AI and Workplace DEI Initiatives: Opportunities and Challenges

Jun 25, 2024

Though AI can help support the development of more inclusive workplaces, the use of AI in furtherance of DEI initiatives is not without risks.

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BC Court of Appeal Improves Predictability for Employers Relying on Termination Provisions

Jun 19, 2024

In a recent decision, the BCCA provides the clarity sought by employers and employees alike for what is needed for an enforceable termination provision.

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Part Three of McMillan’s R. vs Greater Sudbury Webinar

As a follow up to our first two webinars back in December 2023 and February 2024 where we considered the history, details and legal implications of the Supreme Court of Canada’s decision in R. v. Greater Sudbury.

Details Thursday, June 27, 2024
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BC Human Rights Tribunal Questions Enforceability of Release

May 29, 2024

This bulletin addresses the enforceability of releases signed following a termination and reiterates best practices for obtaining an enforceable release.

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Proposed Changes to Employment in Ontario: Working for Workers Five Act, 2024

May 28, 2024

This bulletin discuss new employer obligations proposed in Bill 190, the Working for Workers Five Act, 2024.