2025's Key Employment Law Lessons for Canadian Businesses
Employment lawyer Howard Levitt reveals how the balance of power shifted in Canadian workplaces in 2025, with courts siding decisively with employees on termination, remote work, and more.
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Canadian Hiring Slows in 2026, Skills Gap a Major Hurdle
A new survey reveals Canadian companies are scaling back hiring plans for early 2026, with a growing skills mismatch posing the biggest challenge. Discover the key trends shaping the labour market.
Legal traps of remote work and how employers can avoid them
Employment lawyer Howard Levitt outlines four disciplined practices for Canadian employers to legally manage remote workers, reassert control, and avoid costly settlements.
VSO Case Triggers Workplace NDA Debate in Canada
Sexual assault allegations at the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra are fueling a critical national conversation about the use of non-disclosure agreements in employment law. Learn about the case and the push for reform.
Holiday Terminations: A Legal and Financial Risk
Canadian employment lawyer Howard Levitt explains why dismissing staff before or during the holidays is not only inhumane but also exposes employers to significant legal liability and bad faith damages.
U.S. Army to Limit Blind Vendor Contracting Preference
The U.S. Army plans to limit a longstanding preference for blind vendors in dining hall contracts, a move critics call part of a broader attack on programs for underrepresented workers. Learn the details and potential legal challenges.
First Nations Caution B.C. Premier on UN Indigenous Rights
First Nations leaders in British Columbia urge Premier David Eby not to pursue changes to the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Learn about the concerns and the political context.
Hotel Owner Found Liable for Native American Bias
A federal jury found the owner of a Rapid City hotel liable for discriminating against Native Americans, ordering tens of thousands in damages. The case highlights ongoing racial tensions.
Wasaga Beach Hiring 60+ Summer Jobs Now
Wasaga Beach is now hiring for over 60 seasonal positions for the 2025 summer season. Learn about the available roles and how to apply for your dream summer job in Ontario.
How to Avoid Becoming a Return-to-Office Casualty
Employment lawyer Howard Levitt outlines a strategic roadmap for Canadian remote workers to legally enforce their work-from-home arrangements and avoid constructive dismissal.
B.C. Reconciliation Work Necessary, Not Extreme: Leaders
Indigenous leaders Stewart Phillip, Terry Teegee, and Shana Thomas counter claims that B.C.'s reconciliation agenda is radical, arguing it's a necessary, lawful path forward based on rights recognition.
Kitchener hiring 200+ students for summer jobs
The City of Kitchener is preparing to hire more than 200 students for temporary summer positions in 2026. Applications open soon for these valuable work experience opportunities.
Labour Shortage Ends as Job Vacancies Keep Falling in Canada
Statistics Canada reports a continued decline in job vacancies, with openings dropping 2.8% in Q3 2025. Explore the shift from labour shortage to job shortage and what it means for the economy.
200 Conestoga College employees lose jobs before holidays
Conestoga College terminates almost 200 full-time positions just before the holiday break. Get the full details on this significant workforce reduction in Kitchener-Waterloo.
Nurse's Legal Fight for Sex-Segregated Change Rooms
Scottish nurse Sandie Peggie's suspension and legal battle after objecting to a transgender colleague in the female change room. Her fight highlights ongoing conflicts over women's sex-based rights.
Ex-casino security manager files wrongful dismissal lawsuit
A former security manager is suing a Winnipeg casino, alleging wrongful dismissal. The case highlights employment disputes in Manitoba's gaming sector. Learn the details of the legal claim.
U.S. gains 64,000 jobs, unemployment rate 4.6%
The U.S. economy added 64,000 jobs in November, but revised figures show a loss of 105,000 in October. The unemployment rate remains at 4.6%. Get the latest labour market analysis.
Canadian youth compete in crowded job market for experience
Young Canadians are finding it increasingly difficult to secure early career experience in a saturated labour market. Learn about the challenges and what it means for the future.
Federal DEI bureaucracy costs $75M annually, critics call for cuts
Columnist Jerry Agar argues Canada's federal diversity, equity, and inclusion programs have succeeded and the bloated bureaucracy, costing over $75 million yearly, should be dismantled. Read the analysis.
Windsor's Job Gains: Sustainable or a Rollercoaster?
Windsor's employment landscape shows promising growth, but experts question its long-term stability. We analyze the factors behind the surge and the challenges ahead for the local economy.
Alberta unemployment rate plunges to 6.5% in job surge
Alberta's unemployment rate plummeted from 7.8% to 6.5% in November, marking the largest monthly drop outside a pandemic since 1976. Over 28,000 new jobs were created.
U.S. Bill of Rights vs. Canada's Charter: A 234-Year Contrast
As Bill of Rights Day approaches, we examine the enduring U.S. principle of inalienable rights versus Canada's 'reasonable limits' framework. Explore the historical debate between Madison and Jefferson.
Canada's Employment Outlook Brightens as 2025 Ends
Statistics Canada reports stronger-than-expected job growth for November 2025, driven by key sectors. Analysts see a positive trend emerging for the Canadian labour market.
Alberta records largest employment gain in Canada last month
Alberta gained more jobs than any other province in September 2025, but its unemployment rate remains higher than the national average. Explore the latest labour market data from Statistics Canada.
Windsor-Essex Sets Record-High Employment Numbers
Windsor-Essex celebrates a historic employment high as the local job market rebounds strongly, fueled by investment stability. Discover the numbers and the driving forces behind this economic turnaround.
Momentum Winter Market Showcases 30 Calgary Entrepreneurs
Calgary's Momentum community economic development group hosts its annual Winter Market, featuring 30 graduates from its Self-Employment program. Discover local businesses.
Ottawa Begins Notifying Public Servants of Possible Job Cuts
The federal government has started informing public servants about potential job reductions. Get the latest details on this developing story affecting Ottawa's workforce.
Canada Gains 54,000 Jobs, Unemployment Drops to 6.5%
Canada's labour market showed strength in November, adding 54,000 jobs and lowering the unemployment rate to 6.5%. Get the full analysis of the latest StatCan report.
November Jobs Report Due Ahead of Bank of Canada Decision
Statistics Canada releases November employment figures today, a critical data point for the Bank of Canada's upcoming interest rate decision. Get the latest analysis.
MRU Program Transitions Refugees to Meaningful Jobs
A partnership between Mount Royal University, the Alberta government, and the Northpine Foundation is successfully helping refugees in Calgary transition into meaningful careers. Learn how the StartWork campaign is changing lives.
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