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Archives for July 2019

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Canada without barriers to accessibility by 2040

On November 27, 2018, the House of Commons passed Bill C-81, An Act to ensure a barrier-free Canada, also known as the Accessible Canada Act (the “Act”). The Act received Royal Assent on June 21, 2019 and will come into force on a day to be fixed by order of the Governor in Council.

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Aucun obstacle à l’accessibilité au Canada d’ici 2040

Le 27 novembre 2018, la Chambre des communes a adopté le projet de loi C-81, Loi visant à faire du Canada un pays exempt d’obstacles, également connu sous le nom de Loi canadienne sur l’accessibilité (la « Loi »). La Loi a reçu la sanction royale le 21 juin 2019 et entrera en vigueur à la date fixée par décret du gouverneur en conseil.

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WorkSafeBC mental disorder presumption

egulatory changes took effect on Tuesday, April 16, 2019 that expanded the presumption for mental health disorders caused by work. The presumption only applies to WorkSafeBC claims and eligible occupations. The initial list of eligible occupations included:

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