Duty to Accommodate: A Guide for Alberta Employers Employers in Alberta are required to accommodate staff on the grounds protected under the Alberta Human Rights Act.  As an employer, it is your duty to ensure that your workplace has the infrastructure and policies in place to accommodate all employees. This guide provides information about the different types of workplace accommodation employers can provide, such as allowing for disability leave, offering alternative work, and modifying job duties. It also provides clarity on the employer’s duty to accommodate and what co ..read more

Duty to Accommodate: A Guide for BC Employers Employers in British Columbia are obligated to accommodate all employees on the grounds protected under the BC Human Rights Code. As an employer, it is your duty to ensure that your workplace is adequately accessible to all staff members. This guide explores the different types of workplace accommodation employers can provide, such as offering alternative work, modifying job duties, and allowing for short-term and long-term disability leave. It also explains the rights and responsibilities of both the employer and the empl ..read more

Duty to Accommodate: A Guide for Ontario Employers Have you ever considered if your workplace is adequately accessible to all employees? Employers in Ontario are obligated to accommodate all employees on the grounds protected under the Ontario Human Rights Code. This guide explores the different forms workplace accommodation can take, such as revising a job description, adjusting workplace policies, or offering rehabilitation programs. It also outlines the rights and responsibilities of both the employer and the employee to provide a complete picture of the employer’s duty to accommodate. For ..read more

In response to the opioid crisis, Ontario has introduced amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) requiring employers to provide naloxone kits in workplaces where there is a risk of a worker suffering from an opioid overdose. Certain industries and workplaces have a higher risk of a worker experiencing an opioid overdose than others. According to the government of Canada, since 2016, 30% to 50% of those who passed away from an opioid overdose worked in the trades. And three out of four of those workers were men.   This article shares the obligations employers must ..read more

Nova Scotia’s Labour Standards Division is responsible for ensuring that employers in the province adhere to labour standards and regulations, which are in place to protect the rights and safety of workers. The department conducts regular inspections and investigates complaints to ensure that employers are following the rules and regulations set out in the Employment Standards Code. The Division receives complaints from workers who feel that their employer has violated their rights or is not complying with the Employment Standards Code. These complaints can relate to a range of issues, includi ..read more

This Saturday, May 20th, is International HR Day.   It is the day every year where we all acknowledge and appreciate the achievements and importance of Human Resource departments globally. It is extremely important that we recognize how integral our HR departments are in shaping our businesses.   This year’s International HR Day theme is “Shaping the New Future” and the importance of fostering trust and equality, diversity, and inclusion – treating employees with dignity, honesty, and fairness.   We are currently in a job market plagued by labour shortage and inflation, which is ..read more

As an employer, it is essential to follow proper disciplinary procedures when dealing with poor performance or misconduct by your employees. Final written warnings are an integral part of the disciplinary process and can help ensure that employees understand the seriousness of their actions and the consequences of their behaviour. In this article, we will explore what final written warnings are, when they are necessary, and how to issue them in the workplace. What is a final warning? A final written warning is a process that outlines an employee’s poor performance or misconduct and the consequ ..read more

Employee engagement has become an essential aspect of workplace culture; it is not just a buzzword. Employee engagement is a critical driver of organizational success, productivity, and employee retention. Employers who prioritize employee engagement see a significant impact to their bottom line, including higher revenue, profitability, and customer satisfaction. In this article, we will provide a comprehensive guide for employers on employee engagement surveys, including what they are, why they are important, how to design and implement an effective survey, and how to analyze and act on the s ..read more

Background A visit to a quality salon and spa can not only enhance a customer’s appearance but boost their self-esteem and make them feel good about themselves. It’s a place where people go to get pampered, relax, and unwind from the stresses of everyday life. Mahogany Salon and Spa has been providing high-quality luxury services to its guests [clients] for over 20 years at its location in Stittsville, Ottawa. They opened the Carleton Place location in 2010 and recently launched the Mahogany Medical Aesthetic Clinic. “We offer an extensive list of services that includes everything from manic ..read more

Pre-employment background checks are an important tool for Canadian employers to ensure that they are hiring the right candidate for a job. These checks can include criminal record checks, employment and education verification, reference checks, and more. However, there are legal and ethical considerations that employers must keep in mind when conducting background checks. In this article, we will provide a comprehensive guide to pre-employment background checks in Canada. What are pre-employment checks? Pre-employment background checks, also known as background checks, are investigations into ..read more