In British Columbia, Canada, the Employment Standards Act defines the minimum standards of employment that apply to most workplaces in the province. Every province in Canada will have similar acts that outline expectations of employers and employees, though these standards may vary from one place to another. While the Employment Standards Act provides guidelines for most […]
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Employees and employers across industries and including freelancers, business owners, entrepreneurs, and contractors seek labour lawyers to provide advice on every step of the employment process. Labour lawyers have the knowledge and expertise to ensure your rights are protected whichever side of the coin you land on. If you are experiencing workplace challenges, setting out to sign
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In Canada, employment insurance (EI) is operated by the government and provides temporary income assistance for eligible employees who cannot work. There are different types of benefits offered through EI in Canada including regular benefits and special benefits. Of course, as with any kind of insurance, there are specific eligibility requirements. Let’s take a moment to review
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Employees and employers alike sometimes require the services of an employment lawyer. Whether you are negotiating an employment contract, dealing with the difficult circumstances around a possible wrongful dismissal, or even managing the nuances of a human rights complaint, employment lawyers offer a breadth of expertise that may effectively serve employees as well as employers. Indeed,
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It’s really quite simple. Resignation is the process by which you officially end or terminate employment. There are many ways to submit your resignation; depending on the nature of your employment contract or the laws in your province, you may resign verbally or in writing. That being said, most employers will request written notification of
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Life can be stressful sometimes, and one of the most stressful events anyone can experience is the loss of a job. When people get laid off they can be overwhelmed by financial worries, anxiety about job searches and interviews, or even how to break the news to their loved ones. Still, optimism can be a
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With respect to your right to privacy, do you understand the law in Canada? Privacy rights law in Canada relates to your personal information and how different agencies, including government agencies can use that information. When you consider how often you share personal information and the diverse range of organizations and institutions that receive this
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Passed in 1977 by the Parliament of Canada, the Canadian Human Rights Act is a piece of legislation that outlines legal protections for all citizens of Canada. The goal of the act is to protect Canadians from discrimination based on membership to unique or marginalized groups. The Canadian Human Rights Act protects individuals from discrimination
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As an employee in British Columbia (BC), it is important to know your rights. While there are very few protections from dismissal without cause in BC, there are still several entitlements that ensure employers are at least somewhat considerate in their decisions to terminate employment. Unless you have a specific employment contract, the BC Employment
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