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Election day is soon: What obligations do employers have regarding the federal election?
On April 28, 2025, Canadian voters will go to the polls for the federal election. Now is a good time to go over what obligations employers have under the Canada Elections Act1 (the “Act”) and what penalties apply should employers breach their obligations. Summary Employers are required to give (…)
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Labour shortage: Revised ratios of qualified staff members in child care centres
At a time when the pandemic is continuing to have repercussions and we are experiencing a severe labour shortage, the educational childcare sector is facing unprecedented challenges. These circumstances have led to a reassessment of the standards relating to the presence of qualified childcare staff (…)
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The Success of Employer-Organized Christmas Parties: It Is Everyone's Business?
Workplace Christmas parties are just around the corner. While such celebrations are a great opportunity to strengthen team spirit and acknowledge everyone’s hard work, it is important to remember that it is not only up to employers to make sure they run smoothly—their entire workforces, managers and (…)
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The return of Christmas parties: what employers need to know
After two years of navigating COVID-19, the end of 2022 will be an opportunity for employers to organise larger activities for their employees, such as Christmas parties. The purpose of this newsletter is to make employers aware of their obligations during the holiday season festivities. Below, we (…)