This blog was originally published on April 21, 2020. It has been updated to reflect the changes that have been proposed as of October 13, 2020.
On April 17, 2020, the… Read More
On October 14, 2020, the Manitoba government introduced a number of bills; among them is Bill 16: The Labour Relations Amendment Act.
Bill 16 proposes some significant changes to The Labour… Read More
Is an employee entitled to their incentive bonus pay after constructive dismissal? Canadian courts have continued to debate the exclusion of bonus entitlements arising during the reasonable notice period after… Read More
On September 10, 2020, Saskatchewan’s Chief Medical Health Officer issued a new public health order (“PHO”) under The Public Health Act, 1994.
The PHO provides clarification regarding mandatory self-isolation requirements for… Read More
This blog was prepared with the assistance of summer student Caileigh Rendek.
On August 20, 2020, the Federal Government announced its proposed plan to transition individuals receiving the Canada Emergency Response… Read More
Saskatchewan goes to the polls in a provincial election on October 26, 2020. It is important for employers to be aware of their obligations under The Election Act, 1996, SS… Read More
Starting October 1, 2020, the minimum wage in Saskatchewan will increase from $11.32 per hour to $11.45 per hour.
After its annual review of the province’s minimum wage, the government of… Read More
This blog post was updated with the assistance of summer law student Danielle Hopkins.
The Federal Government has expanded eligibility for the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy, allowing more employers to qualify… Read More
As of October 1, 2020, Manitoba’s minimum wage will increase 25 cents – from $11.65 per hour to $11.90 per hour.
The increase is based on the province’s 2.2 per cent… Read More
On July 29, 2020, Bill 32, the Restoring Balance in Alberta’s Workplaces Act (“Bill 32”) received Royal Assent.
Bill 32 proposes several key changes to Alberta’s Employment Standards Code and Labour… Read More
