Over the last few years, decision-makers have regularly been called on to interpret the meaning of “harassment”. The decisions don’t typically put much emphasis on subjective elements, such as the perception of the victim. However, an arbitrator in Quebec recently did just that. In the case, the arbitrator reinstated an employee who had been fired for […]
CPP to be Enhanced
The Finance Ministers of Canada and its provinces have announced an agreement in principle to enhance the Canada Pension Plan (CPP). As a result it is anticipated that the province of Ontario will not proceed with the Ontario Retirement Pension Plan (ORPP). The CPP enhancements will be phased in gradually and premium increases will be […]
Ministry Targeting Residential Roofing
The Ministry of Labour is targeting residential roofing at existing homes this summer in a bid to keep workers safe on the job and homeowners informed on the risks of hiring contractors who operate “under the table” in cash deals. Remember, homeowners may be considered “constructors” as defined under the Occupational Health & Safety Act and […]