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Marie-Yosie Saint-Cyr, LL.B. Managing Editor

About Marie-Yosie Saint-Cyr, LL.B. Managing Editor

Marie-Yosie Saint-Cyr, LL.B., is a trained lawyer called to the Quebec bar in 1988 and is still a member in good standing. She practiced business, employment and labour law until 1999. For over 20 years, Yosie has been the Managing Editor at First Reference. She manages the PolicyPro Human Resources and Internal Controls editions, The Human Resources Advisor editions, PaySource and the HRinfodesk news service as well as the blogs. Marie-Yosie (a.k.a. Yosie) is a recognized and respected author, with an extensive background in human resources, employment and labour across the country.

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First Reference annual holiday donation, season’s greetings and holiday break

2021 is coming to an end and it has no doubt been a challenging year for everyone. However, First Reference would like to express our sincere gratitude for your continued support. We hope you, your families. your employees and their families always stay healthy and safe.

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Ontario extends the COVID-19 period and paid IDEL period

On December 7, 2021, the Ontario government announced that the COVID-19 Period is extended to July 30, 2022 (was slated to expire January 1, 2022).

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Impact of September 30th federal holiday

For the first time, September 30 will mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This public holiday under the Federal Holidays Act and the Canada Labour Code is meant to give federal public servants and federally regulated employees an opportunity to recognize the legacy of residential schools.

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