10 Employment Law Realities Defining Canada's Workplace
Employment lawyer Howard Levitt outlines the 10 key legal realities Canadian employers must navigate in 2025 to avoid costly litigation and regain control.
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Why Alberta Farmers Depend on Temporary Foreign Workers
Alberta's agricultural sector highlights the crucial role of temporary foreign workers in providing stable labour, essential for farm operations and Canada's food security. Learn why this program is indispensable.
Letters to the Editor: Views on Wiseman, Pests, and Power Plays
Readers share sharp opinions on Canada's new U.S. ambassador, federal workers' office complaints, and the Toronto Maple Leafs' struggling power play. Dive into the public discourse.
Migrant farm workers face exploitation in Canada
An investigation reveals how Canada's Temporary Foreign Worker Program, vital for agriculture, can lead to the exploitation and abuse of migrant workers. Read the full story.
Calgarians' 4th Christmas in Ukraine Amid War
Calgary father and son Paul and Mac Hughes prepare for their fourth Christmas in war-torn Ukraine, bringing toys and hope to displaced children near Kharkiv. Read their story of resilience.
Unifor President: Tariffs to Weigh Heavy on Workers in 2026
Unifor National President Lana Payne warns that tariffs will significantly impact Canadian workers in 2026. Get the full outlook on labour and economic challenges.
Why Canadian Bosses Prefer Hiring Foreign Workers
A peer-reviewed study reveals temporary foreign workers accept lower pay and longer hours, impacting domestic wages. Explore the data and economic consequences.
Manitoba cannabis workers demand safety laws after incidents
Manitoba union calls for new safety legislation after cannabis store employees report armed robberies and sexual harassment. Learn about the urgent push for change.
OC Transpo gears up for federal 5-day office mandate
OC Transpo says it is ready to adapt to a potential five-day return-to-office mandate for federal workers, as ridership sees significant increases this fall. Learn about the transit authority's plans.
STM Maintenance Strike Postponed by Labour Tribunal
A planned overtime strike by STM maintenance workers is delayed to Dec. 11 after Quebec's labour tribunal cites overlapping strike notices. Learn the details and impact.
Montreal STM maintenance workers strike Dec. 11
Maintenance workers at Montreal's transit authority, the STM, will begin a new strike on December 11, 2025. The action could impact public transit services across the city.
B.C. care workers reach transition deal with province
Workers in B.C.'s long-term and assisted living facilities have ratified a new transition agreement. The deal marks a significant step for the sector's workforce.
Migrant farm workers face abuse, underpayment in Canada
A major investigation reveals systemic exploitation of nearly 80,000 temporary foreign workers in Canadian agriculture, with reports of wage theft, injuries, and abuse described as 'the new slavery.'
Montreal museum spotlights sex workers' activism history
A new Montreal exhibition chronicles the history of sex workers' activism and resistance. The Stella exhibit highlights decades of advocacy for rights and safety in Canada.
Edmonton nursing care union members vote yes on deal
Alberta Union of Provincial Employees nursing care members have voted overwhelmingly to accept a new collective agreement, securing improved working conditions and benefits for healthcare workers.
Quebec child-care workers protest religious symbols ban
Quebec child-care unions demand a moratorium on the expanded religious symbols ban, warning it targets Muslim women, worsens labour shortages, and harms inclusivity.
Quebec reaches deal with road-control officers
Quebec government secures tentative agreement with road-control officers, ending labor dispute. Details of the breakthrough in negotiations revealed.
Starbucks workers expand Black Friday strike to more stores
Starbucks workers' union escalates Black Friday strike action across multiple Canadian locations, demanding union contracts and better working conditions. Read the latest developments.
Montreal STM workers begin overtime strike in December
Montreal's STM maintenance workers begin month-long overtime ban in December, potentially affecting public transit services. Learn how this labor action could impact your commute.
STM maintenance workers announce overtime strike
STM maintenance workers will strike from Dec. 9 to Jan. 11. The STM warns of potential service reductions but expects buses and metros to run. Learn how this affects your commute.
Vancouver health workers vote for strike mandate
Community health workers in Vancouver have voted overwhelmingly in favour of a strike mandate amid contract negotiations. The BCGEU represents workers seeking better wages and conditions.
Alberta Health Workers Vote for 12% Wage Increase
HSAA members in Alberta approve four-year collective agreement with 12% wage hike, ending 20-month contract dispute. Paramedics, therapists get additional increases.
Regina Support Staff Demand More School Funding
Educational support workers in Regina rallied at the legislature demanding increased funding for schools. Learn about their concerns and the impact on Saskatchewan's education system.
Why Canadian Bosses Prefer Hiring Foreign Workers
New research shows temporary foreign workers accept lower pay and work longer hours, depressing wages for all Canadian workers. Learn how this affects Canada's labor market.
95K North York patients without care in healthcare strike
Over 95,000 patients in North York face weeks without primary care as healthcare workers strike for fair wages. Learn how this affects community health services.
Alberta health workers ratify collective agreement
Front-line health workers in Alberta vote 66% to ratify new collective agreement with health agencies. Deal brings stability to healthcare sector.
Men in court over foreign worker mistreatment claims
Two men accused of exploiting temporary foreign workers appeared in Moose Jaw Provincial Court. Learn about the case details and potential consequences for worker rights in Canada.
First WSIB Strike Hits London in Agency History
Unionized WSIB workers in London make history with their first-ever strike. Get the latest details on this unprecedented labor action and its implications.
Eby: Legal protection for involuntary care workers
B.C. Premier David Eby introduces changes protecting workers from lawsuits in involuntary care cases. Learn how these reforms impact healthcare professionals across Canada.
B.C. Amends Mental Health Act to Protect Workers
B.C. government proposes amendments to the Mental Health Act to provide stronger legal protections for health workers delivering involuntary patient care. Learn about the changes.
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