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Enhanced compassionate care benefits
The federal government is proposing to increase financial support for individuals taking care of sick family members with a risk of dying within 26 weeks by enhancing the compassionate care (EI) benefits provided through the Employment Insurance program.
Not reinstating employee to pre-leave position may constitute constructive dismissal and discrimination
The Ontario Superior Court of Justice, Small Claims Court concluded that, when an employee returned from maternity leave and was not reinstated to her original position with the same hours and salary, this constituted constructive dismissal and discrimination.
Changes to the Workers Compensation Act has significant impact on employers
The Workers Compensation Amendment Act (Bill 9) received royal assent on May 14, 2015, and increase employers’ obligations in respect of workplace health and safety.
Managing Editor at First Reference Inc.
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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