politics

A Tribute to Jack

August 23, 2011 Andrew Lawson Human Resources, Human Rights

I didn’t know Jack Layton personally. Like many Canadians–particularly Torontonians, I have met him a few times and and shook his hand at public appearances. His legacy for the readers of First Reference Talks is significant. He was a leader.

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It’s federal election day

May 2, 2011 Adam Gorley Human Resources

Employers must remember that employees are entitled to three hours away from work to vote today. According to…

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Employers’ obligations at federal election time and risk of non-compliance

April 29, 2011 Christina Catenacci Human Resources

There have been some advance polls, but May 2, 2011, is the official day when Canadians (hopefully more than predicted) will be voting in the federal election. Do you know what duties you have as an employer?

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Election fever! Who’s got it?

April 29, 2011 Adam Gorley Employee Relations, Payroll, Source Deductions and Reporting

It’s that exciting time again, when somewhat more than half of Canadians over 18 will come together to select the people who will govern us until the next impassable crisis of parliamentary confidence. For some, it’s a celebratory time when we Canadians demonstrate our democratic will. For others, it’s a cynical time (I know: how can it be?) when incumbents and hopefuls tell us what we want to hear just to win their seats in Ottawa and their cushy benefits.