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By SpringLaw | 3 Minutes Read March 8, 2023

Everything employers need to know about joint health and safety committees for both in-office and remote workplaces

It’s not groundbreaking news that employers have an obligation to keep their employees safe and free from harm while at work or that all workplaces must abide by various legislations, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA). One crucial, and sometimes mandatory, element to assist in providing greater protection against workplace injuries, illnesses, and deaths are Joint Health and Safety Committees (JHSC). This is an important refresher on an employer’s obligations surrounding these committees, whether your workplace is in-office, hybrid, or remote.

Article by SpringLaw / Business, Health and Safety / employment law, hybrid workplace, joint health and safety committee, occupational health and safety, occupational health and safety act, OHSA, remote workplace Leave a Comment

By Apolone Gentles, JD, CPA,CGA, FCCA, Bsc (Hons) | 2 Minutes Read March 2, 2023

Transferring risks through insurance

risk managementInsurance is one way for not-for-profits to manage risks, by shifting or transferring risks to an insurer in exchange for a premium.

Article by Apolone Gentles, JD, CPA,CGA, FCCA, Bsc (Hons) / Business, Not for Profit / insurance, internal control, not-for-profit, risk management, transferring risk Leave a Comment

By Marie-Yosie Saint-Cyr, LL.B. Managing Editor | 3 Minutes Read March 1, 2023

Call for a ban on NDAs in certain cases

Ban on NDAOn February 9, 2023, the Canadian Bar Association swiftly passed a resolution by a margin of 94% with little debate at its annual general meeting calling for a ban on the use of Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) to help victims of workplace harassment, abuse and discrimination to speak up about their experiences and find justice under the law.

Article by Marie-Yosie Saint-Cyr, LL.B. Managing Editor / Business, Employee Relations, Employment Standards / 'Discrimination, abuse, conflict of interest, employment law, NDAs, Non Disclosure Agreement, restrictive covenant, workplace harassment Leave a Comment

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