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N.B. worker fired for Nazi-Zionist comment reinstated

An arbitrator has ruled a New Brunswick paper mill worker fired for equating Zionists to Nazis must be reinstated with a four-month unpaid suspension. The decision highlights workplace policy limits.

7 survival tips for Canadian employers in 2026

Employment lawyer Howard Levitt outlines seven critical strategies for Canadian businesses to navigate the unforgiving legal landscape of 2026. Discipline, not clever tactics, is key to survival.

Montreal daycare union members approve new deal

Unionized early childhood educators in Montreal have approved an agreement in principle, securing a new collective agreement. Learn the details and what it means for childcare in the city.

Surrey shooting linked to extortion, police say

Surrey Police are investigating an early morning shooting on December 31, 2025, believed to be connected to extortion. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.

Serbian Students Protest, Demand Early Elections

University students in Belgrade lead protests, collecting signatures to force an early parliamentary election aimed at ousting President Aleksandar Vucic. Details on the movement's goals.

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.

Ex-AHS board member claims paid smear campaign

A former Alberta Health Services board member alleges a political fixer and publisher were paid to discredit him before testifying in a wrongful dismissal lawsuit. Lawyers secured a rare court order to investigate.

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