Five Things You Need to Know To Make Sure You Are Treated Fairly and with Dignity and Respect at Work
This blog discusses five things you should know to be treated fairly and with respect and dignity at work.
Casting A Vote in the Federal Election: An Employee’s Right to Take Time Off from Work
With the upcoming federal election on October 21, employees should be aware of their rights to cast their vote on election day. Under the Canada Elections Act, everyone who is eligible to vote (Canadian citizens who are 18 years of age or older) must have three consecutive hours to cast their vote on election day.
Negotiating Changes to a Written Offer of Employment
This blog explains why you should carefully review a job offer before accepting it.
Changes to the Canada Labour Code happening September 1, 2019
Changes to the Canada Labour Code happening September 1, 2019 Federally regulated employers should be aware that various changes to the Canada Labour Code are set to be in place as of September 1st, 2019. As this date is quickly approaching, it is vital that employers...Wrongful Dismissal Damages for Employee/Shareholders
Wrongful Dismissal Damages for Employee/Shareholders Executives often receive different forms of compensation such as salary, bonus, short-term incentive compensation, long-term compensation, stock options, and income from shares in the corporation. In recent years,...Are Executives Entitled to Variable Compensation after being Terminated?
If your organization pays executives for performance and doesn’t want to pay an executive during the applicable notice period because they are not performing, consider having an employment lawyer review your plan first.