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# Emond Harnden

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- [Inspiring the Next Generation of Women Aviators](https://ehlaw.ca/inspiring-the-next-generation-of-women-aviators/) - TOP STORY Allison Couch always knew aviation was where she belonged. As the daughter of an aircraft maintenance engineer, she had ample exposure to the industry and grew up fascinated with flying machines. Inspiring the next generation of women aviators - Skies Mag Decisions Grievance, premium pay, day off – Association des pilotes de lignes aériennes c Air Transat A.T. Inc., 2026 CanLII 52452 (CA SA)
- [Quebec arbitrator upholds total prohibition of recreational cannabis use for cabin crew](https://ehlaw.ca/quebec-arbitrator-upholds-total-prohibition-of-recreational-cannabis-use-for-cabin-crew/) - TOP STORY The union grieved the prohibition of recreational cannabis use for safety-sensitive positions – including flight attendants and service directors – in Air Transat’s zero-tolerance policy implemented following the legalization of cannabis in 2018. In her decision, the arbitrator reiterated the right of an employer to implement workplace policies subject to the KVP test and compliance
- [Training related to access to airports’ restricted areas not “training” under collective agreement: Arbitrator](https://ehlaw.ca/training-related-to-access-to-airports-restricted-areas-not-training-under-collective-agreement-arbitrator/) - TOP STORY The Union representing flight crew filed a grievance arguing that time spent renewing the ID card required to access airports’ restricted areas should be compensated as time worked. It also claimed that the training required by the Toronto Airport during the renewal process should be deemed to be training counting towards flight hours
- [Air Canada to Dispute $426K Penalty From Airline Regulator Stemming From 2025 Events](https://ehlaw.ca/air-canada-to-dispute-426k-penalty-from-airline-regulator-stemming-from-2025-events/) - TOP STORY Air Canada says it rejects a claim by the country's airline regulator that it failed to live up to its rebooking obligations during a labour disruption last summer and it will push back accordingly on a formal penalty it has been handed. Air Canada to dispute $426K penalty from airline regulator stemming from
- [If Your Employee’s in Quebec, So Are You.](https://ehlaw.ca/if-your-employees-in-quebec-so-are-you/) - Employers with cross-border employees or remote-working employees should take note of the Quebec Superior Court’s recent decision inCicale v. Swiss International Air Lines Ltd., 2025 QCCS 4421. This case confirms that an employee will likely be entitled to the employment protections of the Civil Code of Quebec where they physically perform their work from the province of Quebec.
- [Employés au Québec?](https://ehlaw.ca/for-cause-provision-defines-cause-too-broadly-rendering-entire-termination-provision-illegal-under-the-canada-labour-code-2/) - Les employeurs ayant des employés qui effectuent leur prestation de travail au Québec devraient prendre acte de la récente décision de la Cour supérieure du Québec dans Cigale c. Swiss International Air Lines Ltd., 2025 QCCS 4421. Cette décision confirme qu’un employé est, dans certaines circonstances, en droit de bénéficier des protections prévues par le
- [For Cause Provision Defines “Cause” Too Broadly, Rendering Entire Termination Provision Illegal Under the Canada Labour Code](https://ehlaw.ca/for-cause-provision-defines-cause-too-broadly-rendering-entire-termination-provision-illegal-under-the-canada-labour-code-2/) - Recently, termination provisions in employment contracts have been subject to increased scrutiny by the courts. As a result, there are a growing number of decisions detailing the ways in which these provisions can inadvertently contravene applicable employment standards legislation. Post-Waksdale, the outcome in such cases is typically the unenforceability of the termination provision as a
- [Building a Culture of Safety and Trust: Leadership Lessons for Maintenance Professionals](https://ehlaw.ca/building-a-culture-of-safety-and-trust-leadership-lessons-for-maintenance-professionals/) - TOP STORY Technical expertise keeps aircraft flying in our industry, but it’s workplace culture that keeps people motivated, safe, and dedicated to performing good work. Without a positive and strong culture, companies struggle to safely meet maintenance schedules. That culture comes directly from a company’s leadership. Building a culture of safety and trust: Leadership lessons for maintenance professionals - Vertical Mag Decisions Appeal, workers’ compensation – Guiddir et Héli-Express inc., 2026 QCTAT 1094 Commission denied
- [How the Helicopter Industry is Harnessing AI](https://ehlaw.ca/how-the-helicopter-industry-is-harnessing-ai/) - TOP STORY Artificial intelligence (AI) has begun to make its way into almost every facet of aviation, from maintenance prediction and scheduling to operations. In the rotary industry, even the smallest operators are embracing some form of AI to support their businesses. As AI becomes increasingly prevalent, the question for helicopter operators is no longer
- [Breakfast Seminars](https://ehlaw.ca/breakfast-seminars/) - Our free Breakfast Seminars allow you to be at the forefront of current and critical issues in labour and employment law. We currently have no upcoming breakfast seminars. However, you can explore resources from past seminars below or visit our Events Page for updates.The articles listed below are intended to provide readers with general information. They
- [Volatus Aerospace Executes Contract to Develop and Commercialize Heavy-Lift Offshore Cargo Drone Deliveries for Wind Turbine Operations](https://ehlaw.ca/volatus-aerospace-executes-contract-to-develop-and-commercialize-heavy-lift-offshore-cargo-drone-deliveries-for-wind-turbine-operations/) - TOP STORY MONTREAL, March 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Volatus Aerospace Inc. (TSXV: FLT) (OTCQB: TAKOF) (FSE: ABB.F) (“Volatus” or the “Company”), a leader in uncrewed logistics, aerial, and defense technology solutions, is pleased to announce that it has entered into a contract with a major offshore wind power company to develop and commercialize remotely
- [Pilot's Dismissal for Serious Sexual Harassment of Flight Attendant Upheld at Arbitration](https://ehlaw.ca/pilots-dismissal-for-serious-sexual-harassment-of-flight-attendant-upheld-at-arbitration/) - TOP STORY In a recent decision involving Sunwing Airlines Inc. (WestJet), an arbitrator upheld the dismissal of a pilot who was found, following an external investigation, to have sexually harassed a flight attendant during a layover. Unifor grieved the termination, arguing that discharge was an excessive penalty in the circumstances. Based on the evidence, however,
- [Grief dans le secteur de la construction rejeté comme étant inopportun, même en l’absence d’un préjudice particulier pour l’employeur](https://ehlaw.ca/https-ehlaw-ca-construction-grievance-untimely-dismissal/) - Récemment, les avocats Neil Dzuba et Brett Hynes de la firme Emond Harnden ont réussi à faire rejeter un grief déposé hors délais.
- [Construction Grievance Dismissed as Untimely, Even in Absence of Specific Prejudice to Employer](https://ehlaw.ca/https-ehlaw-ca-construction-grievance-untimely-dismissal/) - Emond Harnden’s Neil Dzuba and Brett Hynes succeed in having a construction grievance dismissed as untimely before the Ontario Labour Relations Board.
- [Arbitrator Settles Flight Attendant Wages at Air Canada, as Labour Dispute Comes to an Official End](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-settles-flight-attendant-wages-at-air-canada-as-labour-dispute-comes-to-an-official-end/) - TOP STORY An arbitrator reviewing wages for flight attendants at Air Canada has finalized rates at the airline, bringing an end to the labour dispute that saw travel disrupted for thousands of people last summer. Arbitrator settles flight attendant wages at Air Canada, as labour dispute comes to official end | CBC News Decisions Class
- [Probe on Unpaid Work in the Airline Sector: Phase I - What we heard report](https://ehlaw.ca/probe-on-unpaid-work-in-the-airline-sector-phase-i-what-we-heard-report/) - TOP STORY The Canada Labour Code (Code) provides protections for federally regulated workers, including an established minimum wage. It expressly prohibits unpaid work. Probe on Unpaid Work in the Airline Sector: Phase I - What we heard report - Canada.ca Decisions Compensation, jurisdiction – Donick v. WestJet Airlines Ltd., 2026 BCCRT 196 Claim for compensation for accommodation
- [Black Pilot History- ALPA Canada Recognizes Allan Selwyn Bundy, First Canadian-Born Black Pilot in the RCAP](https://ehlaw.ca/black-pilot-history-alpa-canada-recognizes-allan-selwyn-bundy-first-canadian-born-black-pilot-in-the-rcap/) - TOP STORY Black Pilot History - Today, we recognize Allan Selwyn Bundy (1920–2001): A Nova Scotian who overcame initial rejection to become the first Canadian-born Black pilot in the RCAF, flying Beaufighters with the 404 Squadron. Decisions Appeal, unjust dismissal, sexual harassment – Westjet v. T.H., 2026 FCA 20 Appeal of Canada Industrial Relations Board (Board)
- [Modifications récentes et à venir à la Loi sur les normes d’emploi de l’Ontario](https://ehlaw.ca/?p=27351) - Même si on a l’impression que la nouvelle année ne fait que commencer, nous sommes désormais engagés fermement dans le mois de février. Avant que le reste de l’hiver ne passe, nous avons pensé profiter de cette occasion pour examiner les changements qui ont été apportés à la Loi de 2000 sur les normes d’emploi (la
- [Recent and Upcoming Changes to Ontario's Employment Act](https://ehlaw.ca/recent-and-upcoming-changes-to-ontarios-employment-act/) - Although it may feel like the new year has just begun, we are now firmly into the month of February. Before the rest of the winter flies by, we thought we would take this opportunity to review the changes that have been made to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the “ESA”) and to related regulations
- [Arbitre conclu que l’indemnité appropriée tenant lieu de réintégration doit être de nature réparatrice plutôt que spéculative](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-finds-appropriate-compensation-in-lieu-of-reinstatement-should-be-remedial-not-speculative/) - Dans l’affaire International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers (IAMAW), District Lodge 140 c. Air Canada, un arbitre a été chargé de déterminer la méthode de calcul de l’indemnité appropriée pour un employé qui a fait l’objet d’un congédiement injuste et qui ne pouvait pas être réintégré dans le milieu de travail. Après avoir conclu que
- [Arbitrator Finds Appropriate Compensation in Lieu of Reinstatement Should be Remedial, Not Speculative](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-finds-appropriate-compensation-in-lieu-of-reinstatement-should-be-remedial-not-speculative/) - In International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers (IAMAW), District Lodge 140 v. Air Canada, an arbitrator was tasked with determining the method of calculating the appropriate compensation for an employee who was dismissed without just cause and who could not be reintegrated into the workplace. Finding that compensation in lieu of reinstatement in such
- [Quebec Superior Court Greenlights Class Action Against Air Canada Over Flight Delays](https://ehlaw.ca/quebec-superior-court-greenlights-class-action-against-air-canada-over-flight-delays/) - TOP STORY A Quebec Superior Court judge has authorized a class action lawsuit against Air Canada over how the airline classified certain flight delays. Air Canada class action: Quebec court greenlights case over flight delays Decisions Appeal, compensation for delay – Air Canada v. Landry, 2026 ONSC 222 Damages awarded to respondent and his adult
- [Kathy Fox Appointed to the Order of Canada](https://ehlaw.ca/kathy-fox-appointed-to-the-order-of-canada/) - TOP STORY The Ninety-Nines, Inc. is proud to announce that Kathy Fox has been appointed to the Order of Canada, one of the country’s highest civilian honours, by the Governor General of Canada. Kathy Fox appointed to the Order of Canada - Skies Mag Decisions Application for leave, intervenor status – Air Passenger Rights v.
- [Emond Harnden annonce que Samara Belitzky devient partenaire](https://ehlaw.ca/emond-harnden-announces-samara-belitzky-as-partner/) - Emond Harnden est fier d’annoncer que Marianne Abou-Hamad est devenue partenaire du cabinet à compter du 1er janvier 2026.
- [Emond Harnden Announces Samara Belitzky as Partner](https://ehlaw.ca/emond-harnden-announces-samara-belitzky-as-partner/) - Emond Harnden is pleased to announce that Samara Belitzky has been named a Partner of the firm, effective January 1, 2026.
- [Emond Harnden annonce que Marianne Abou-Hamad devient partenaire](https://ehlaw.ca/emond-harnden-announces-marianne-abou-hamad-as-partner/) - Emond Harnden est fier d’annoncer que Marianne Abou-Hamad est devenue partenaire du cabinet à compter du 1er janvier 2026.
- [Emond Harnden Announces Marianne Abou-Hamad as Partner](https://ehlaw.ca/emond-harnden-announces-marianne-abou-hamad-as-partner/) - Emond Harnden is pleased to announce that Marianne Abou-Hamad has been named a Partner of the firm, effective January 1, 2026.
- [Seventh Iteration of Ontario Government’s Working for Workers Act Implements Changes to Employment Standards Act and Other Workplace Legislation](https://ehlaw.ca/https-ehlaw-ca-working-for-workers-act-changes/) - Last spring, the Government of Ontario introduced Bill 30, the Working for Workers Seven Act, 2025. Amongst other things, Bill 30 proposed amendments to several employment-related statutes, including the Employment Standards Act, 2000, the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997. Late last year, Bill 30 received Royal Assent
- [La septième version de la Loi visant à œuvrer pour les travailleurs apporte des changements à plusieurs lois provinciales liées à l’emploi](https://ehlaw.ca/https-ehlaw-ca-working-for-workers-act-changes/) - Le printemps dernier, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a présenté le projet de loi 30, aussi nommé la Loi de 2025 visant à œuvrer pour les travailleurs, sept. Entre autres, le projet de loi 30 proposait des modifications à plusieurs lois liées à l’emploi, notamment la Loi de 2000 sur les normes d’emploi, la Loi sur la santé et la sécurité
- [BorEHal Édition de Decembre 2025: Conseil RH du mois](https://ehlaw.ca/borehal-edition-de-decembre-2025-conseil-rh-du-mois/?lang=fr) - Des changements importants aux normes d’emploi portant sur les mises à pied sont maintenant en vigueur Le 27 novembre dernier, le projet de loi 30, la Loi de 2024 visant à oeuvrer pour les travailleurs, sept, a reçu la sanction royale. Le projet de loi est maintenant en vigueur et prévoit plusieurs changements législatifs pour
- [BorEHal December 2025 Edition: HR Practice Tip of the Month](https://ehlaw.ca/borehal-december-2025-edition-hr-practice-tip-of-the-month/) - Significant changes to employment standards regarding layoffs are now in effect On November 27, 2025, Bill 30, Working for Workers Seven Act, 2025, received Royal Assent. The bill is now in force and introduces several legislative changes for provincially regulated employers, including certain rights and obligations related to layoffs under the Employment Standards Act, 2000
- [Canada Transport Regulator Reviews Pilot Fatigue Rules Following Industry Complaints](https://ehlaw.ca/canada-transport-regulator-reviews-pilot-fatigue-rules-following-industry-complaints/) - TOP STORY MONTREAL -- Canada’s transport regulator is reviewing its regulations to curb pilot fatigue due to industry concerns they are too complex, in the latest case of a country wrestling with rules designed to improve safety. Canadian airlines: Pilot fatigue prompts federal review Decisions Constructive dismissal, transfer – Cicale c. Swiss International Air Lines
- [Le programme de gestion de l’assiduité de l’employeur était raisonnable : le syndicat ne pouvait pas réclamer la « perfection »](https://ehlaw.ca/hospital-attendance-management-program-reasonable/) - Dans une décision récente impliquant l'Hôpital Montfort et le Syndicat canadien des employés de la fonction publique (SCFP), l'arbitre James Cameron a rejeté la revendication syndicale d’invalider l’ensemble du programme de gestion de l’assiduité mis en œuvre par l’Hôpital. André Champagne et Marie-Michèle Pellerin-Auprix du cabinet Emond Harnden, ont plaidé avec succès que les dispositions
- [Hospital’s attendance management program was reasonable: Union could not demand ‘perfection’, arbitrator holds](https://ehlaw.ca/hospital-attendance-management-program-reasonable/) - In a recent decision involving the Montfort Hospital and the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Arbitrator James Cameron rejected the union’s claim to declare the Hospital’s attendance management program null and void. André Champagne and Marie-Michèle Pellerin-Auprix of the firm Emond Harnden successfully argued that the provisions of the attendance management program were reasonable
- [Nouveaux droits liés aux congés temporaires en cas de perte de grossesse, de placement d’un enfant et de décès en vertu du Code canadien du travail](https://ehlaw.ca/?p=27290) - Les employés sous réglementation fédérale auront bientôt de nouveaux droits liés aux congés temporaires, notamment en cas de perte de grossesse, d’adoption ou de placement par voie de maternité de substitution, ainsi que l’accès à des congés de décès à portée élargie. Ces changements sont apportés par la Loi d’exécution de l’énoncé économique de l’automne 2023
- [New and Expanded Canada Labour Code Leave Entitlements Related to Pregnancy Loss, Child Placement and Bereavement](https://ehlaw.ca/canada-labour-code-leave-entitlements-pregnancy-loss-child-placement-bereavement/) - Federally regulated employees will soon have new rights related to temporary leaves of absence, including in the event of pregnancy loss, adoption or surrogacy placement, as well as access to enhanced bereavement leave entitlements. These changes are brought about by the Fall Economic Statement Implementation Act, 2023 (“FESIA 2023” or “Bill C-59”), which received Royal
- [A Note-Worthy Change for Employers: New Restrictions on Requiring Medical Notes in Quebec](https://ehlaw.ca/a-note-worthy-change-for-employers-new-restrictions-on-requiring-medical-notes-in-quebec/) - Employers with employees working from Quebec should take note of the changes introduced by Bill 68, An Act Mainly to Reduce the Administrative Burden of Physicians[1], particularly in regard to its new restrictions on when employers may request documentation to justify employee absences. Previously, the Act respecting labour standards (“ALS”)[2] permitted employers to request documentation
- [ATAC President and CEO Julie Mailhot Talks Challenges and Priorities](https://ehlaw.ca/atac-president-and-ceo-julie-mailhot-talks-challenges-and-priorities/) - TOP STORY The Air Transport Association of Canada (ATAC) welcomed Julie Mailhot as its new president and CEO on Aug. 18, 2025. Mailhot — who succeeds John McKenna in the role — brings a fresh perspective and a wealth of prior experience to the association at a time when there is a lot on the
- [Clause de congédiement pour motif valable définit trop largement le « motif valable », rendant illégale la clause de congédiement entière en vertu du Code canadien du travail](https://ehlaw.ca/for-cause-provision-defines-cause-too-broadly-rendering-entire-termination-provision-illegal-under-the-canada-labour-code/) - Récemment, les dispositions de congédiement contenues dans les contrats d’emploi ont fait l’objet d’un examen plus approfondi par les tribunaux. Par conséquent, il y a un nombre croissant de décisions qui décrivent les conditions sous lesquelles ces dispositions peuvent involontairement contrevenir les lois sur les normes d’emploi applicables. Après la décision Waksdale, le résultat dans
- [For Cause Provision Defines “Cause” Too Broadly, Rendering Entire Termination Provision Illegal Under the Canada Labour Code](https://ehlaw.ca/for-cause-provision-defines-cause-too-broadly-rendering-entire-termination-provision-illegal-under-the-canada-labour-code/) - Recently, termination provisions in employment contracts have been subject to increased scrutiny by the courts. As a result, there are a growing number of decisions detailing the ways in which these provisions can inadvertently contravene applicable employment standards legislation. Post-Waksdale, the outcome in such cases is typically the unenforceability of the termination provision as a
- [BC Supreme Court Finds CRT Lacked Jurisdiction to Decide Compensation Claim Under APPR](https://ehlaw.ca/bc-supreme-court-finds-crt-lacked-jurisdiction-to-decide-compensation-claim-under-appr/) - TOP STORY Although an arbitration board determined that the grievor was dismissed by Air Canada without just cause, reinstatement was not a viable remedy due to an irreparable breakdown in the employment relationship. The parties could not agree, however, on whether the grievor was entitled to compensation in lieu of reinstatement calculated until the anticipated
- [Wrongfully Terminated Grievor Entitled to Compensation Over Reasonable Period Where Reinstatement not Possible, Arbitrator Rules](https://ehlaw.ca/wrongfully-terminated-grievor-entitled-to-compensation-over-reasonable-period-where-reinstatement-not-possible-arbitrator-rules/) - TOP STORY Although an arbitration board determined that the grievor was dismissed by Air Canada without just cause, reinstatement was not a viable remedy due to an irreparable breakdown in the employment relationship. The parties could not agree, however, on whether the grievor was entitled to compensation in lieu of reinstatement calculated until the anticipated
- [Arbitrator Sides with Union on Application of Medical Certificate Policy](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-sides-with-union-on-application-of-medical-certificate-policy/) - TOP STORY After Air Canada introduced a new policy requiring medical certificates for absences of 5 days or more, CUPE grieved the blanket application of the policy, as well as the inclusion of days of rest in the calculation of the 5-day period and the deduction but non-payment of sick leave credits on those days
- [Global Air Travel Forecasted to Reach 9.8 Billion Passengers in 2025, Nearing the Historic 10 Billion Milestone](https://ehlaw.ca/global-air-travel-forecasted-to-reach-9-8-billion-passengers-in-2025-nearing-the-historic-10-billion-milestone/) - TOP STORY Montreal, 30 September 2025 – Global air travel is projected to reach 9.8 billion passengers for 2025 according to Airports Council International (ACI) World’s newly released World Airport Traffic Report (WATR). While international travel is driving growth, regional disparities and medium-term challenges signal a varied outlook. Global air travel forecasted to reach 9.8 billion passengers in 2025, nearing the historic 10 billion milestone |
- [Cyberattack by Pro-Hamas Activists Hits Multiple Canadian Airports](https://ehlaw.ca/cyberattack-by-pro-hamas-activists-hits-multiple-canadian-airports/) - TOP STORY Multiple investigations are underway after hackers gained access to public facing information systems at three different Canadian airports, including two in B.C. The cyberbreach briefly delayed some flights at Kelowna International Airport on Tuesday after hackers gained access to terminal information screens and the public address system shortly after 5:00 p.m. Canadian airports
- [The Globe and Mail reconnaît Emond Harnden comme l’un des meilleurs cabinets d’avocats au Canada pour 2026](https://ehlaw.ca/the-globe-and-mail-reconnait-emond-harnden-comme-lun-des-meilleurs-cabinets-davocats-au-canada-pour-2026/?lang=fr) - Nous sommes fiers d’annoncer qu’Emond Harnden a une fois de plus été nommé parmi les meilleurs cabinets d’avocats du Canada pour 2026 dans la catégorie Travail et emploi, une distinction décernée par The Globe and Mail en partenariat avec Statista. Cette distinction reflète la confiance que nous accordent nos pairs de la profession juridique et les clients que nous
- [Emond Harnden Recognized by The Globe and Mail as One of Canada’s Best Law Firms for 2026](https://ehlaw.ca/emond-harnden-recognized-by-the-globe-and-mail-as-one-of-canadas-best-law-firms-for-2026/) - We’re proud to share that Emond Harnden has once again been named one of Canada’s Best Law Firms for 2026 in the Labour & Employment category - a recognition awarded by The Globe and Mail in partnership with Statista. This distinction reflects the trust placed in us by both our peers in the legal profession and the
- [Un changement digne de mention pour les employeurs : les nouvelles restrictions sur l’obligation de présenter des billets médicaux au Québec](https://ehlaw.ca/nouvelles-restrictions-billets-medicaux-quebec/?lang=fr) - Les employeurs dont les employés qui travaillent au Québec devraient prendre acte des modifications apportées par le projet de loi no 68, Loi visant principalement à réduire la charge administrative des médecins[1], notamment en ce qui concerne les nouvelles restrictions relatives aux cas où les employeurs peuvent demander des documents qui justifient l’absence d’un employé. Auparavant,
- [La CRTO confirme la décision du Collège de sous-traiter ses services de soutien aux étudiants à un prestataire externe](https://ehlaw.ca/la-crto-confirme-la-decision-du-college-de-sous-traiter-ses-services-de-soutien-aux-etudiants-a-un-prestataire-externe/?lang=fr) - Dans l’affaire Syndicat des employés et des employées de la fonction publique de l'Ontario c. La Cité, André Champagne et Joël Rocque du cabinet Emond Harnden ont plaidé avec succès le rejet d’une plainte pour pratique déloyale déposée contre l’employeur, le Collège La Cité. La vice-présidente Joanne Cavé de la Commission des relations de travail
- [College’s Contracting Out of Student Counselling Services was Lawful](https://ehlaw.ca/colleges-contracting-out-of-student-counselling-services-was-lawful/) - In Ontario Public Service Employees Union v La Cité, Emond Harnden’s own André Champagne and Joël Rocque successfully secured the dismissal of an unfair labour practice complaint against the employer, the College La Cité. Vice-Chair Johanne Cavé of the Ontario Labour Relations Board (OLRB) upheld the employer’s decision to replace counselling services previously performed by
- [Souligner l’excellence : des avocats d’Emond Harnden figurant dans Best Lawyers in Canada™ 2026](https://ehlaw.ca/souligner-lexcellence-des-avocats-demond-harnden-figurant-dans-best-lawyers-in-canada-2026/?lang=fr) - Nous sommes fiers d’annoncer que cinq de nos avocats figurent dans les éditions 2026 de Best Lawyers in Canada™ et Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch™ in Canada. Lynn Harnden, associé cofondateur a été nommé « avocat de l’année » en droit du travail et de l’emploi à Ottawa. André Champagne, Lynn Harnden, J.D. Sharp et Sébastien Huard ont été cités dans l’édition 2026 de The
- [Canadian Transport Agency to Publish Red Tape Review Report](https://ehlaw.ca/canadian-transport-agency-to-publish-red-tape-review-report/) - TOP STORY The Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA) has issued its Red Tape Review Progress Report 2025. The Report identifies three initiatives to ease the administrative burden for organizations within the transportation system and support the commitment by the Government to lower costs for Canadians and to build a stronger economy. This report illustrates the CTA’s
- [Unions preparing to 'fight' as Canada sees the most strike action in decades](https://ehlaw.ca/unions-preparing-to-fight-as-canada-sees-the-most-strike-action-in-decades/) - TOP STORY Canada is seeing a spike in strikes — and as tariffs and the affordability crisis continue to hit workers hard, unions warn of more action on the horizon. Unions preparing to 'fight' as Canada sees the most strike action in decades | CBC News Decisions Interim order, replacement workers – Syndicat des travailleuses et
- [‘Personal piñata’: Air Transat accused of inflating its prices during Air Canada dispute](https://ehlaw.ca/personal-pinata-air-transat-accused-of-inflating-its-prices-during-air-canada-dispute/) - TOP STORY A class action lawsuit has been filed against Air Transat by passengers who believe the airline took advantage of the Air Canada flight attendant strike to inflate its prices. Air Canada dispute: Air Transat accused of inflating prices Decisions Appeal, flight cancellation – Westjet v. Lareau, 2025 FCA 149 WestJet appeal of Canadian Transportation Agency
- [Celebrating Excellence: Emond Harnden Lawyers Recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ 2026 Editions](https://ehlaw.ca/emond-harnden-lawyers-recognized-in-the-best-lawyers-in-canada-2026/) - We are proud to share that five of our lawyers have been recognized in the 2026 editions of The Best Lawyers in Canada™ and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada™. Lynn Harnden, co-founding partner, has been named Best Lawyers® 2026 Labour and Employment "Lawyer of the Year" in Ottawa. André Champagne, Lynn Harnden, J.D. Sharp, and Sébastien Huard were included in the
- [Here's What Air Canada is Offering to Pay Flight Attendants](https://ehlaw.ca/heres-what-air-canada-is-offering-to-pay-flight-attendants/) - TOP STORY A new tentative deal between Air Canada and the airline’s flight attendants’ union proposes an increase in pay over four years, as well as an hourly rate paid when a plane is not in flight, also known as ground pay. Air Canada strike: What's on the table for flight attendants Decisions Settlement agreement,
- [Could Federal Legislation Have Eased a Key Sticking Point in the Air Canada Dispute?](https://ehlaw.ca/could-federal-legislation-have-eased-a-key-sticking-point-in-the-air-canada-dispute/) - TOP STORY Flight attendants poised to strike this week have previously asked the federal government to address one of their biggest grievances — unpaid work. The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) gave Air Canada a 72-hour strike notice early Wednesday. In response, the carrier issued a lockout notice starting at 1:30 a.m. ET on
- [Air Canada Flight Attendants Rally Aug. 11; Airline Offered 32.5% Increase, Report Says](https://ehlaw.ca/air-canada-flight-attendants-rally-aug-11-airline-offered-32-5-increase-report-says/) - TOP STORY The union representing more than 10,000 flight attendants at Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge is calling on its members to participate in a Nationwide Day of Action (DOA) on Monday (Aug 11) to show unified support for its bargaining committee. PAX - AC flight attendants to rally Aug. 11; airline offered 32.5% increase, report says
- [Delays Cancellations, Compensation Disputes, Canada's Transport Agency is Drowning in Airline Complaints](https://ehlaw.ca/delays-cancellations-compensation-disputes-canadas-transport-agency-is-drowning-in-airline-complaints/) - TOP STORY A backlog of 85,000 complaints from air passengers is piling up at the Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA), and one advocate says the system is failing passengers. From delays and cancellations to compensation disputes, the CTA is drowning in complaints. Canada's transport agency is drowning in complaints about airlines Decisions Workers’ compensation, transfer of
- [It's Not 'Elbows Up' Approach as RCMP Renews Contracts for American Helicopters, Industry Association Says](https://ehlaw.ca/its-not-elbows-up-approach-as-rcmp-renews-contracts-for-american-helicopters-industry-association-says/) - TOP STORY OTTAWA — The RCMP has renewed the contracts for three Black Hawk helicopters to patrol the Canada-U.S. border, despite accusations by the industry association that the contracts are the opposite of the government’s “elbows up” approach and that the choppers don’t meet the government’s own safety regulations. It's not 'elbows up' approach as RCMP renews
- [Arbitrator Upholds Employer’s Minimum Workplace Attendance Requirement](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-upholds-employers-3-10-minimum-workplace-attendance-requirement/) - In a decision released on May 16, 2025, involving the International Development Research Centre (“IDRC”) and the Public Service Alliance of Canada (“PSAC”), Arbitrator Kathleen G. O’Neil (“Arbitrator”) dismissed PSAC’s Policy Grievance challenging the portion of IDRC’s Telework Policy requiring employees to be in attendance at IDRC’s offices regularly, at least three (3) full days
- [Competition Bureau Makes Recommendations to Improve Competition in Canada's Airline Industry](https://ehlaw.ca/competition-bureau-makes-recommendations-to-improve-competition-in-canadas-airline-industry/) - TOP STORY The cost of flying is a major concern for Canadians. For many, particularly those in northern and remote communities, air travel is not a luxury – it is a necessity. Today, the Competition Bureau published its market study report – Cleared for take-off: Elevating airline competition – which makes recommendations to governments for increasing competition
- [Les interdictions sur le recours aux travailleurs de remplacement en vertu du Code canadien du travail entreront en vigueur le 20 juin 2025](https://ehlaw.ca/les-interdictions-sur-le-recours-aux-travailleurs-de-remplacement-en-vertu-du-code-canadien-du-travail-entreront-en-vigueur-le-20-juin-2025/?lang=fr) - Le projet de loi C-58, la Loi modifiant le Code canadien du travail et le Règlement de 2012 sur le Conseil canadien des relations industrielles, entrant en vigueur le 20 juin 2025, apportera des modifications à la législation fédérale en matière de grève et de lockout. Le projet de loi étend la portée de certaines interdictions sur le
- [Canada Labour Code Amendments on the Use of Replacement Workers During Strikes and Lockouts Come into Force on June 20, 2025](https://ehlaw.ca/canada-labour-code-amendments-on-the-use-of-replacement-workers-during-strikes-and-lockouts-come-into-force-on-june-20-2025/) - Employers should take note that amendments to federal legislation addressing strikes and lockouts will come into force on June 20, 2025. Bill C-58, An Act to amend the Canada Labour Code and the Canada Industrial Relations Board Regulations, 2012, increases the breadth of the prohibitions on the use of replacement workers and bargaining unit employees
- [Air Passengers Rights Group Files Court Challenge to 'Unconstitutional' Rules it Says Muzzle Travellers](https://ehlaw.ca/air-passengers-rights-group-files-court-challenge-to-unconstitutional-rules-it-says-muzzle-travellers/) - TOP STORY Jill Rorabeck says she wishes she'd never turned to Canada's airline regulator to settle her dispute with Swoop Airlines. Not only did the Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA) side with the airline, Rorabeck can't even share the details of her dispute. Air passenger rights group files court challenge to 'unconstitutional' rules it says muzzle
- [If Air Passengers Don't Pay Fees, Canadian Taxpayers Will, Experts Respond to WestJet CEO](https://ehlaw.ca/if-air-passengers-dont-pay-fees-canadian-taxpayers-will-experts-respond-to-westjet-ceo/) - TOP STORY A speech by WestJet CEO Alexis von Hoensbroech is reigniting the conversation about air travel costs in Canada — a conversation he stands to benefit from more than Canadians do, some experts say. If air passengers don't pay fees, Canadian taxpayers will, experts respond to WestJet CEO | CBC News Decisions Repayment, training
- [Air Canada Flight Attendants Contracts: Here's What You Need to Know](https://ehlaw.ca/air-canada-flight-attendants-contracts-heres-what-you-need-to-know/) - TOP STORY The union representing 10,400 Air Canada flight attendants and the company will soon sit down with a conciliator to try to work out a new contract. But if they fail, the airline could be hit with a strike in mid-August. CUPE, which represents the flight attendants, filed for conciliation last week after contract
- [Union Representing Air Canada's Flight Attendants Files for Conciliation as Talks Stall](https://ehlaw.ca/union-representing-air-canadas-flight-attendants-files-for-conciliation-as-talks-stall/) - TOP STORY The union representing Air Canada flight attendants says it has filed for conciliation with the federal labour minister after reaching an impasse in contract negotiations with the airline. The Air Canada component of CUPE, which represents 10,000 Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge flight attendants, said its top priority is boosting compensation, noting
- [CIRB Authorizes Representation Vote for Air Canada AMEs and Skilled Trade Groups](https://ehlaw.ca/cirb-authorizes-representation-vote-for-air-canada-ames-and-skilled-trade-groups/) - TOP STORY The Canada Industrial Relations Board (“the Board”) authorized a representation vote for approximately 2,250 maintenance employees at Air Canada. As part of its order, the Board approved the fragmentation of the existing Technical, Maintenance, and Operational Support (TMOS) Bargaining Unit. While noting their general preference for broad-based units, the Board stated it “rarely
- [Air Transat Pilots Call for a Modern Contract as Decade-Old Agreement Expires](https://ehlaw.ca/air-transat-pilots-call-for-a-modern-contract-as-decade-old-agreement-expires/) - TOP STORY MONTREAL — Today marks the expiration of the Air Transat pilots' collective agreement that had been in place for over 10 years. Over the last decade, the Air Transat pilots, represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), have twice put their needs on hold to help their employer—first through the failed
- [Air Canada Ordered to Pay Passengers $10M in Damages After Class Action Over Ticket Prices](https://ehlaw.ca/air-canada-ordered-to-pay-passengers-10m-in-damages-after-class-action-over-ticket-prices/) - TOP STORY The Quebec Court of Appeal is ordering Air Canada to pay passengers more than $10 million in damages in a class-action lawsuit that alleged they were charged higher amounts than the ticket price advertised. Air Canada ordered to pay passengers $10M in damages after class action over ticket prices | CBC News Decisions
- [Time Off for Voting: Employer Obligations on Election Day](https://ehlaw.ca/time-off-for-voting-employer-obligations-on-election-day-april-28/) - The federal election has been called for Monday, April 28, 2025. Employers should be aware that they may be required to provide employees with paid time off to vote in accordance with the requirements of the Canada Elections Act (the “Act”). Three Consecutive Hours to Vote All employees who are eligible to vote are entitled
- [Temps alloué pour aller voter : obligation de l’employeur le jour du scrutin](https://ehlaw.ca/temps-alloue-pour-aller-voter-obligation-de-lemployeur-le-jour-du-scrutin-3/?lang=fr) - L’élection fédérale aura lieu le lundi 28 avril 2025. Les employeurs doivent savoir qu’ils peuvent avoir l’obligation d’accorder une période de temps payé à leurs employés pour aller voter, conformément aux dispositions de la Loi électorale du Canada (la « Loi »). Trois heures consécutives pour aller voter Tous les employés qui peuvent voter ont droit à
- [Ontario Superior Court of Justice Strikes Pilot's Negligence Claim Against Transport Canada for Medical Certificate Refusal](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-superior-court-of-justice-strikes-pilots-negligence-claim-against-transport-canada-for-medical-certificate-refusal/) - TOP STORY Plaintiff was commercial pilot whose medical certificate was not renewed in 2017 because Regional Aviation Medical Officer assessed him as medically unfit due to alcohol use disorder – plaintiff was granted restricted medical certificate upon review, but was refused unrestricted medical certificate – in 2022, Transportation Appeal Tribunal of Canada found that evidence
- [Aviation Consortium Celebrates First Piloted Hydrogen-Powered Flight](https://ehlaw.ca/aviation-consortium-celebrates-first-piloted-hydrogen-powered-flight/) - TOP STORY VANCOUVER - A Vancouver-based aviation consortium says it is celebrating the first ever piloted hydrogen-powered helicopter flight, calling it a "milestone in sustainable aviation." Aviation consortium celebrates first piloted hydrogen-powered flight | Business News | thecanadianpressnews.ca Decisions Lost baggage, moral damages – Miroglio c. Compagnie nationale Royal Air Maroc, 2025 QCCQ 788 Claim for value
- [Emond Harnden crée une bourse d’études en droit du travail et de l’emploi pour les Autochtones à l’Université d’Ottawa](https://ehlaw.ca/emond-harnden-cree-une-bourse-detudes-en-droit-du-travail-et-de-lemploi-pour-les-autochtones-a-luniversite-dottawa/?lang=fr) - Emond Harnden est fière d’annoncer la création de la bourse d’entrée Emond Harnden LLP/s.r.l. Cette bourse de 4 000 $ aidera un étudiant autochtone admis au programme Juris Doctor à la Faculté de droit, Section de common law de l’Université d’Ottawa, qui a manifesté un intérêt pour le droit du travail et de l’emploi. Dans le cadre de notre travail avec les
- [Emond Harnden Establishes Indigenous Labour and Employment Law Scholarship at the University of Ottawa](https://ehlaw.ca/emond-harnden-indigenous-labour-employment-law-scholarship-uottawa/) - Emond Harnden is proud to announce the creation of the Emond Harnden LLP/ S.R.L Entrance Scholarship. This $4,000 scholarship will support an Indigenous student admitted to the JD Program at the Faculty of Law, Common Law Section at the University of Ottawa, who has demonstrated an interest in pursuing labour and employment law. Through our
- [Ontario Judge Condemns WestJet's Attempt to Include Gag Order in Settlement Offer](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-judge-condemns-westjets-attempt-to-include-gag-order-in-settlement-offer/) - TOP STORY Andrew Douglas says he was just fighting for compensation when he took WestJet to small claims court — instead, the dispute has resulted in what's believed to be a landmark decision that can now be pointed to by all air travel passengers battling it out with the airlines. Ontario judge condemns WestJet’s attempt
- [Canadian Aerospace Seeks Tariff Exemptions in U.S. Trade War](https://ehlaw.ca/canadian-aerospace-seeks-tariff-exemptions-in-u-s-trade-war/) - TOP STORY As Ottawa grapples with mixed messaging, ever-shifting demands, and bombastic political posturing in its trade war with the U.S., Canada’s aerospace industry is calling for stability and tariff exemptions to avoid disruptions that threaten its ability to thrive. Canadian Aerospace Seeks Tariff Exemptions in the U.S. Trade War Decisions Interim order, employee contact
- [Un arbitre des différends a refusé de déroger à un accord de principe non ratifié en l’absence de circonstances exceptionnelles et contraignantes](https://ehlaw.ca/un-arbitre-des-differends-a-refuse-de-deroger-a-un-accord-de-principe-non-ratifie-en-labsence-de-circonstances-exceptionnelles-et-contraignantes/?lang=fr) - La décision rendue concernant l’affaire Syndicat des travailleurs canadiens des aéroports (STCA) c. GardaWorld Security Screening Inc., 2024 CanLII 92092 (CA LA) a confirmé qu’en l’absence de circonstances exceptionnelles et contraignantes, un arbitre des différends considérera les modalités d'un accord de principe non ratifié comme la meilleure preuve objective d'une entente négociée librement. Historique des
- [Interest Arbitrator Declines to Deviate from Unratified Tentative Agreement Absent Compelling and Extraordinary Circumstances](https://ehlaw.ca/interest-arbitrator-declines-to-deviate-from-unratified-tentative-agreement-absent-compelling-and-extraordinary-circumstances/) - The decision in Canadian Airport Workers Union (CAWU) v GardaWorld Security Screening Inc., 2024 CanLII 92092 (CA LA) confirmed that absent compelling and extraordinary circumstances, an interest arbitrator will consider the terms of a failed tentative agreement to represent the best objective evidence of a freely bargained outcome. Bargaining History The Union represents all employees
- [Emond Harnden annonce que Lauren Jamieson devient associée](https://ehlaw.ca/emond-harnden-annonce-que-lauren-jamieson-devient-associee/?lang=fr) - Emond Harnden est fier d’annoncer que Lauren Jamieson est devenue associée du cabinet à compter du 1er janvier 2025. Grâce à sa feuille de route remarquable et à sa volonté d’offrir des solutions efficaces, Lauren s’est rapidement imposée comme chef de file en droit de l’emploi et du travail, en droit de la protection de la vie privée ainsi
- [Emond Harnden Announces Lauren Jamieson as Partner](https://ehlaw.ca/emond-harnden-announces-lauren-jamieson-as-partner/) - Emond Harnden is thrilled to announce that Lauren Jamieson has become a Partner at the firm, effective January 1, 2025. With a remarkable track record and a dedication to delivering effective solutions, Lauren has quickly established herself as a leader in labour and employment law, privacy law, and particularly within the aviation sector. Lauren has spent
- [Emond Harnden annonce le départ à la retraite de son cofondateur Jacques Emond](https://ehlaw.ca/emond-harnden-annonce-le-depart-a-la-retraite-de-son-cofondateur-jacques-emond/?lang=fr) - Emond Harnden annonce le départ à la retraite de Jacques « Jake » Emond, un associé fondateur dont la carrière remarquable et le profond dévouement à notre cabinet et à la communauté d’Ottawa ont eu un effet durable. Jake a cofondé Emond Harnden en août 1987 avec Lynn Harnden. Ce qui n’était au départ qu’une petite équipe composée de deux associés
- [Emond Harnden Announces the Retirement of Co-Founder Jacques Emond](https://ehlaw.ca/emond-harnden-announces-the-retirement-of-co-founder-jacques-emond/) - Emond Harnden announces the retirement of Jacques “Jake” Emond, a founding partner whose remarkable career and profound dedication to our firm and the Ottawa community have made a lasting impact. Jake co-founded Emond Harnden in August 1987 with Lynn Harnden. What began as a small team of two founding partners and a couple of associates
- [La Cour supérieure de l’Ontario maintient une disposition relative au congédiement relevant uniquement de la LNE](https://ehlaw.ca/la-cour-superieure-de-lontario-maintient-une-disposition-relative-au-congediement-relevant-uniquement-de-la-lne/?lang=fr) - Dans la décision Bertsch v. Datastealth Inc., 2024 ONSC 5593, la Cour supérieure de l’Ontario a conclu qu’une disposition relative au congédiement limitant les droits d’un employé aux exigences minimales prévues par la Loi de 2000 sur les normes d’emploi (« LNE ») était exécutoire. Faits Dans cette affaire, le défendeur (l’employeur) a présenté ce qu’on appelle une motion en
- [Le gouvernement de l’Ontario dépose le projet de loi 229, Loi de 2024 visant à œuvrer pour les travailleurs, six](https://ehlaw.ca/le-gouvernement-de-lontario-depose-le-projet-de-loi-229-loi-de-2024-visant-a-oeuvrer-pour-les-travailleurs-six/?lang=fr) - Le 27 novembre 2024, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a présenté la Loi de 2024 visant à œuvrer pour les travailleurs, six (« le projet de loi 229 »). S’il est adopté, le projet de loi 229 modifierait plusieurs lois liées à l’emploi, notamment la Loi de 2000 sur les normes d’emploi, la Loi sur la santé et la sécurité au travail et la
- [Ontario Court of Appeal Finds Settlement Documents Released Employee’s Entitlement to Vested Stocks](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-court-of-appeal-finds-settlement-documents-released-employees-entitlement-vested-stocks/) - In Preston v. Cervus Equipment Corporation, 2024 ONCA 804, the Court of Appeal for Ontario found that Minutes of Settlement and a Release and Indemnity (“Settlement Documents”) executed by an employee (“Mr. Preston”) after his termination barred him from receiving compensation for vested stock units valued at almost $76,000. Facts The employer, Cervus Equipment Corporation
- [Ontario Introduces Bill 229, Working for Workers Six Act, 2024](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-introduces-bill-229-working-for-workers-six-act-2024/) - On November 27, 2024, the Ontario government introduced Bill 229, Working for Workers Six Act, 2024 (“Bill 229”). If passed, Bill 229 would amend several employment-related statutes, including the Employment Standards Act, 2000, the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997. Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”) The proposed changes
- [Ontario Superior Court Upholds “ESA-Only” Termination Provision](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-superior-court-upholds-esa-only-termination-provision/) - In Bertsch v. Datastealth Inc., 2024 ONSC 5593, the Ontario Superior Court found that a termination provision limiting an employee’s entitlements to the statutory minimums under the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”) was enforceable. Facts In this case, the Defendant (employer) brought what is referred to as a Rule 21 motion to determine whether the
- [Pay Equity Commissioner Grants the Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport Authority’s Request for Multiple Pay Equity Plans](https://ehlaw.ca/pay-equity-commissioner-grants-ottawa-macdonald-cartier-international-airport-authoritys-request-multiple-pay-equity-plans/) - The default presumption under the federal Pay Equity Act (the “Act”) is that an employer will establish a single pay equity plan. This presumption can be rebutted, and the Pay Equity Commission may grant an employer’s application to establish multiple pay equity plans under specific circumstances. The Pay Equity Commissioner has released several decisions addressing
- [Emond Harnden Proudly Supports Bruyère Health at the 10th Annual Black Tie Bingo Gala](https://ehlaw.ca/emond-harnden-supports-bruyere-health/) - Earlier this month, Emond Harnden was thrilled to be a presenting sponsor of the 10th Annual Black Tie Bingo Gala at the Infinity Convention Centre in Ottawa, in support of Bruyère Health, a leading health organization based in Ottawa. The sold-out dinner attracted over 450 guests and numerous sponsors, with prizes that included a luxury
- [Emond Harnden appuie fièrement Santé Bruyère au 10e gala annuel Black Tie Bingo](https://ehlaw.ca/emond-harnden-appuie-fierement-sante-bruyere-au-10e-gala-annuel-black-tie-bingo/?lang=fr) - Plus tôt ce mois-ci, Emond Harnden était ravi d’être le commanditaire principal du 10e gala annuel Black Tie Bingo au Infinity Convention Centre à Ottawa, en soutien à Santé Bruyère, un organisme de santé de premier plan établi à Ottawa. Le repas, qui affichait complet, a attiré plus de 450 invités et de nombreux commanditaires, et il était possible de remporter
- [Ontario’s Working for Workers Five Act, 2024, received Royal Assent](https://ehlaw.ca/ontarios-working-for-workers-five-act-2024-received-royal-assent/) - On October 28, 2024, Bill 190, Ontario’s Working for Workers Five Act, 2024, received Royal Assent. Bill 190 impacts provincially regulated employers by amending various statutes, including the Employment Standards Act, 2000, the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997. Focus readers will recall our earlier article when the
- [Ontario Government’s Bill 149, Working for Workers Four Act, 2024 Receives Royal Assent](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-governments-bill-149-working-for-workers-four-act-2024-receives-royal-assent/) - Bill 149, also known as the Working for Workers Four Act, 2024, was introduced by the Ontario government in November 2023 and received Royal Assent on March 21, 2024. Bill 149 amends various pieces of workplace legislation, but some particularly notable changes to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 for employers include new requirements regarding publicly advertised job postings
- [Join Us at the Canadian Aviation Conference & Tradeshow 2024](https://ehlaw.ca/canadian-aviation-conference-tradeshow-2024/) - Emond Harnden is thrilled to announce our attendance at the Canadian Aviation Conference & Tradeshow 2024, hosted by the Air Transport Association of Canada (ATAC). This exciting event will take place from November 5-7 at the Westin Bayshore Hotel in Vancouver, B.C. We are eager to connect with aviation professionals and discuss the latest developments
- [Nous vous invitons à vous joindre à nous à l’occasion de la conférence et du salon professionnel sur l’aviation canadienne de 2024](https://ehlaw.ca/conference-et-du-salon-professionnel-sur-laviation-canadienne-2024/?lang=fr) - Congrès et salon professionnel 2024 de Helicopter Association of Canada Emond Harnden est heureux d’annoncer notre retour au 29e Congrès et salon professionnel annuel de l’Association canadienne de l'hélicoptère (ACH). L’événement de cette année aura lieu à Vancouver, en Colombie‑Britannique, du 29 octobre au 1er novembre. En tant que fiers défenseurs et présentateurs, nous avons hâte de discuter avec les
- [Emond Harnden Attends The Helicopter Association of Canada Convention and Trade Show 2024](https://ehlaw.ca/emond-harnden-attends-the-helicopter-association-of-canada-convention-and-trade-show-2024/) - Emond Harnden is excited to announce our return to the 29th Annual Helicopter Association of Canada (HAC) Convention and Trade Show. This year's event will take place in Vancouver, B.C., from October 29th to November 1st. As a proud supporter and presenter, we're looking forward to connecting with industry professionals. About the 29th Annual HAC
- [Congrès et salon professionnel 2024 de Helicopter Association of Canada](https://ehlaw.ca/congres-et-salon-professionnel-2024-de-helicopter-association-of-canada/?lang=fr) - Congrès et salon professionnel 2024 de Helicopter Association of Canada Emond Harnden est heureux d’annoncer notre retour au 29e Congrès et salon professionnel annuel de l’Association canadienne de l'hélicoptère (ACH). L’événement de cette année aura lieu à Vancouver, en Colombie‑Britannique, du 29 octobre au 1er novembre. En tant que fiers défenseurs et présentateurs, nous avons hâte de discuter avec les
- [The Globe and Mail reconnaît Emond Harnden comme l’un des meilleurs cabinets d’avocats au Canada](https://ehlaw.ca/the-globe-and-mail-reconnait-emond-harnden-comme-lun-des-meilleurs-cabinets-davocats-au-canada/?lang=fr) - Emond Harnden est fier d’annoncer qu’il a été reconnu par The Globe and Mail et Statista comme l’un des meilleurs cabinets d’avocats dans le domaine du droit du travail et de l’emploi au Canada pour l’année 2025. Cette reconnaissance témoigne de la détermination du cabinet à fournir des services juridiques exceptionnels à ses clients. Les meilleurs cabinets d’avocats au Canada
- [Emond Harnden Recognized as One of Canada's Best Law Firms by the Globe and Mail](https://ehlaw.ca/emond-harnden-recognized-as-one-of-canadas-best-law-firms-by-the-globe-and-mail/) - Emond Harnden is proud to announce that it has been recognized by The Globe and Mail and Statista as one of Canada's Best Law Firms for 2025 in the Labour & Employment practice area. This recognition is a testament to the firm's dedication to providing exceptional legal services to its clients. Canada's Best Law Firms
- [Quid Pro Quo – Early Exits and Employee Training Repayment](https://ehlaw.ca/quid-pro-quo-early-exits-and-employee-training-repayment/) - I. What is a Training Repayment Agreement? Training repayment agreements, whether to assist employees with flight school, engineering designations, or the like, are common in the defence and security industry. However, these arrangements do not come without financial risk. Defence sector employers are often concerned that after an employee completes an employer-funded training opportunity, they
- [CIRB finds that the Minister of Labour’s section 107 referral does not suspend the Union’s ability to strike](https://ehlaw.ca/cirb-finds-that-the-minister-of-labours-section-107-referral-does-not-suspend-the-unions-ability-to-strike/) - The Canada Industrial Relations Board (the “Board”) recently released its written reasons between WestJet and Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association, following its Order on June 28, 2024, where the Board found that the Minister of Labour (the “Minister”) referral under section 107 of the Canada Labour Code (the “Code”) does not have the effect of suspending
- [August 5, 2020 - School Board’s Directive Requiring Teachers to Remain in School Until 4 p.m. Was Reasonable](https://ehlaw.ca/august-5-2020-school-boards-directive-requiring-teachers-to-remain-in-school-until-4-p-m-was-reasonable/) - School Board’s Directive Requiring Teachers to Remain in School Until 4 p.m. Was Reasonable The Portage la Prairie Teachers' Association v The Portage la Prairie School Division, 2020 MBQB 93 The Union brought an Application for judicial review of an arbitrator’s decision holding that the School Division’s directive requiring teachers to remain in school and available until
- [Hospital’s decision to terminate employee for refusing to comply with mandatory vaccination policy was justified](https://ehlaw.ca/hospitals-decision-to-terminate-employee-for-refusing-to-comply-with-mandatory-vaccination-policy-was-justified/) - In a recently released case between the Hawkesbury and District General Hospital and the Ontario Public Service Employees Union, Arbitrator Michelle Flaherty upheld the termination of an employee for non-compliance with a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. Emond Harnden’s André Champagne and Marie-Michèle Pellerin-Auprix successfully argued that the non-disciplinary dismissal of the grievor by the Hospital
- [La décision d’un hôpital de congédier une employée refusant de se conformer à une politique de vaccination obligatoire était justifiée ](https://ehlaw.ca/la-decision-dun-hopital-de-congedier-une-employee-refusant-de-se-conformer-a-une-politique-de-vaccination-obligatoire-etait-justifiee/?lang=fr) - Dans une décision récente impliquant l'Hôpital général de Hawkesbury et district et le Syndicat des employés de la fonction publique de l’Ontario, l'arbitre Michelle Flaherty a rejeté le grief contestant le congédiement d’une employée pour avoir refusé de se conformer à la politique de vaccination obligatoire contre la COVID-19 de l’Hôpital. André Champagne et Marie-Michèle
- [Est-ce qu’un employeur peut congédier un employé « à sa seule discrétion » ou « à tout moment »? « Non! », disent les tribunaux](https://ehlaw.ca/est-ce-quun-employeur-peut-congedier-un-employe-a-sa-seule-discretion-ou-a-tout-moment-non-disent-les-tribunaux/?lang=fr) - Une décision récente de la Cour supérieure de justice de l’Ontario fournit un autre exemple du nombre croissant de façons dont une disposition de cessation d’emploi dans un contrat de travail peut contrevenir par inadvertance à la Loi de 2000 sur les normes d’emploi (la « LNE » ou la « Loi »), le résultat final étant l’inapplicabilité de l’ensemble de
- [Court of Appeal for Ontario Confirms Frustration of Contract in Mandatory Vaccination Case](https://ehlaw.ca/court-of-appeal-for-ontario-confirms-frustration-of-contract-in-mandatory-vaccination-case/) - In Croke v. VuPoint System Ltd., 2024 ONCA 354, the Court of Appeal for Ontario upheld a motion judge’s decision that an employment contract was frustrated as a result of an employee’s failure to comply with a mandatory vaccination requirement imposed by the employer’s client. Facts VuPoint System Ltd. (“VuPoint”), a federally regulated employer, provides satellite television
- [Est-ce qu’un employeur peut congédier un employé « à sa seule discrétion » ou « à tout moment »? « Non! », disent les tribunaux](https://ehlaw.ca/est-ce-quun-employeur-peut-congedier-un-employe-a-sa-seule-discretion-ou-a-tout-moment-non-disent-les-tribunaux/) - Une décision récente de la Cour supérieure de justice de l’Ontario fournit un autre exemple du nombre croissant de façons dont une disposition de cessation d’emploi dans un contrat de travail peut contrevenir par inadvertance à la Loi de 2000 sur les normes d’emploi (la « LNE » ou la « Loi »), le résultat final étant l’inapplicabilité de l’ensemble de
- [Federal Government Consulting on Employment Equity Act Modernization](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-consulting-on-employment-equity-act-modernization/) - The federal government seeks consultation on the modernization of the Employment Equity Act (the “Act”). The consultation period opened on May 3, 2024 and will close on July 31, 2024. In December 2023, the government released the report of the Employment Equity Act Review Task Force. It also announced its initial commitments regarding modernization of the Act, including: Creating two new designated groups under the Act: Black people and 2SLGBTQI+
- [Newly Introduced Bill C-69 Includes Important Amendments to the Canada Labour Code Stemming from Federal Government’s Budget 2024](https://ehlaw.ca/newly-introduced-bill-c-69-includes-important-amendments-to-the-canada-labour-code-stemming-from-federal-governments-budget-2024/) - On May 2, 2024, Bill C-69, An Act to implement certain provisions of the budget tabled in Parliament on April 16, 2024 (“Bill C-69”) was tabled for First Reading in the House of Commons. Bill C-69 contains a number of proposed legislative amendments which are intended to implement various aspects of the federal government’s Budget
- [Ontario Government Tables Bill 190, the Working for Workers Five Act, 2024](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-tables-bill-190-the-working-for-workers-five-act-2024/) - On May 6, 2024, the Ontario government introduced the Working for Workers Five Act, 2024 (“Bill 190”). If passed, Bill 190 would amend several employment-related statutes, including the Employment Standards Act, 2000, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997. Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”) Publicly Advertised Job Postings If passed, Bill 190 would require employers
- [Collateral Strikes: Recent Employee Strikes on Base and Managing Interruptions in Operation](https://ehlaw.ca/collateral-strikes-recent-employee-strikes-on-base-and-managing-interruptions-in-operationcollateral-strikes/) - May 7th, 2024 Though not unique to any industry, labour disruptions can have unique implications in the defence and security sector as evident by the ongoing strikes on military bases in Ontario and Quebec. Employee Strikes on Bases in Ontario, Québec After nearly 100 days on strike, the strike was partially resolved when the Public
- [Les lois québécoises sur la santé et la sécurité au travail s'appliquent-elles aux salariés qui exécutent leur prestation de travail à distance à partir du Québec ?](https://ehlaw.ca/les-lois-quebecoises-sur-la-sante-et-la-securite-au-travail-sappliquent-elles-aux-salaries-qui-executent-leur-prestation-de-travail-a-distance-a-partir-du-quebec/?lang=fr) - Dans un contexte d’évolution du télétravail, il est important pour les employeurs de comprendre les risques en matière de santé et de sécurité lorsqu’ils permettent à des salariés d’exécuter leur prestation de travail à partir d’une province différente de celle du lieu de l’établissement de l’employeur. À titre d’exemple, un employeur situé à Ottawa en
- [Québec’s Workplace Health and Safety Laws and Workers Working Remotely from Québec](https://ehlaw.ca/quebecs-workplace-health-and-safety-laws-and-workers-working-remotely-from-quebec/) - In the growing employment landscape where a significant proportion of workers perform their work remotely, it is important that employers consider the health and safety implications of having a worker perform all or part of their work from another province. For example, an employer based in Ottawa, Ontario may be required to comply with Québec’s
- [First Report Under Canada’s Anti-Forced Labour and Child Labour Legislation Required by May 31, 2024](https://ehlaw.ca/first-report-under-canadas-anti-forced-labour-and-child-labour-legislation-required-by-may-31-2024/) - The Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act (the “Act”) – colloquially known as Canada’s Modern Slavery Act – came into force on January 1, 2024. The Act creates annual reporting obligations for certain government institutions and private sector entities regarding the steps that they have taken in the previous fiscal year to prevent and reduce
- [Canadian airline market on path to consolidation, raising risk of higher fares](https://ehlaw.ca/canadian-airline-market-on-path-to-consolidation-raising-risk-of-higher-fares/) - TOP STORY Canadian airline market on path to consolidation, raising risk of higher fares CTA Decisions Application – FOOTHILLS HELICOPTER TRAINING ACADEMY LTD. c.o.b. EXPLORATION HELICOPTERS – Determination No. A-2024-33Application for license to operate a domestic service, small aircraft – license issued Suspension – Jet Charter, Inc. c.o.b. Aviation Resource Management, Inc. – Order No. 2024-A-S-35License no. 970083 – license reinstated
- [How the women of NAV CANADA inspire inclusivity in aviation](https://ehlaw.ca/how-the-women-of-nav-canada-inspire-inclusivity-in-aviation/) - TOP STORY How the women of NAV CANADA inspire inclusivity in aviation CTA Decisions Application – Northway Aviation Ltd. – Order No. 2024-A-2Application for exemption to allow for the transfer of licenses to Northway Aviation LP (Northway LP) – licensee entered into agreement to sell its business to Northway LP – Agency satisfied that Northway LP will meet
- [Air Canada’s first female pilot recalls sector’s sexist hurdles on route to success](https://ehlaw.ca/air-canadas-first-female-pilot-recalls-sectors-sexist-hurdles-on-route-to-success/) - TOP STORY Air Canada’s first female pilot recalls sector’s sexist hurdles on route to success CIRB Decisions Bargaining unit order – 1263343 Alberta Inc. c.o.b. Lynx Air – Order No. 11898-UApplication for certification by Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) – employer not opposed – CUPE certified to be bargaining agent for unit comprising “all
- [Victoria airport security screeners fired after federal agency says they failed to ‘protect the travelling public’](https://ehlaw.ca/victoria-airport-security-screeners-fired-after-federal-agency-says-they-failed-to-protect-the-travelling-public/) - TOP STORY Victoria airport security screeners fired after federal agency says they failed to ‘protect the travelling public’ Decisions Compensation, cancelled flight – Visscher v. Air Canada, 2024 BCCRT 146Claim for compensation for cancelled flight – due to snowstorm, final leg of applicant’s flight rebooked – despite being rebooked, Air Canada did not issue new
- [Air Canada pilots seek to leverage ‘record’ airline revenues in contract talks](https://ehlaw.ca/air-canada-pilots-seek-to-leverage-record-airline-revenues-in-contract-talks/) - TOP STORY Air Canada pilots seek to leverage ‘record’ airline revenues in contract talks Decisions Application, language rights - Thibodeau v. Greater Toronto Airports Authority, 2024 FC 274Application for various remedies under the Official Languages Act (OLA) – applicant alleging that the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) failed to meet its language duties under the
- [Lynx Air the latest in a long line of discount Canadian airlines to vanish](https://ehlaw.ca/lynx-air-the-latest-in-a-long-line-of-discount-canadian-airlines-to-vanish/) - TOP STORY Lynx Air the latest in a long line of discount Canadian airlines to vanish Decisions Compensation, delayed baggage – Quist v. WestJet Airlines Ltd., 2024 BCCRT 194Claim for compensation for delayed baggage – applicant claimed $3,000.00 in compensation – WestJet denied liability altogether – alternatively, WestJet argued that claim should be limited to
- [Termination of Employment: Not in an Employer’s “Sole Discretion… at Any Time”!](https://ehlaw.ca/termination-of-employment-not-in-an-employers-sole-discretion-at-any-time/) - A recent decision of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice provides yet another example of the growing number of ways in which a termination provision in an employment agreement can inadvertently contravene the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the “ESA” or the “Act”), with the ultimate result being the unenforceability of the entire provision. In light
- [Bill 124 Unconstitutional for Unionized Employees Only, Ontario Court of Appeal Holds](https://ehlaw.ca/bill-124-unconstitutional-for-unionized-employees-only-ontario-court-of-appeal-holds/) - Earlier this week, the Ontario Court of Appeal released its much anticipated decision upholding, in part, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice’s decision declaring the Protecting a Sustainable Public Sector for Future Generations Act, 2019 (“Bill 124” or the “Act”) to be unconstitutional, and to be void and of no effect. Our readers will recall
- [Reminder: New Canada Labour Code Termination Entitlements Now In Effect](https://ehlaw.ca/reminder-new-canada-labour-code-termination-entitlements-now-in-effect/) - In past Focus Alerts, we have discussed important changes to the Canada Labour Code (the “Code”), including with respect to termination entitlements. Federally regulated employers who are subject to Part III (Standard Hours, Wages, Vacations and Holidays) of the Code should take note that these particular changes recently came into effect on February 1, 2024.
- [Canada’s Transat cabin crew members reject labor deal, raising strike fears](https://ehlaw.ca/canadas-transat-cabin-crew-members-reject-labor-deal-raising-strike-fears/) - TOP STORY Canada’s Transat cabin crew members reject labor deal, raising strike fears CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Shoreline Aviation, Inc. – Order No. 2023-A-S-318License no. 160079 Application – Italia Trasporto Aereo S.p.A. c.o.b. ITA S.p.A. – Determination No. A-2023-257Application for license to operate a non scheduled international service to transport traffic on a charter basis
- [Undetected aircraft maintenance error led to loss of control and collision with terrain at London International Airport, Ontario](https://ehlaw.ca/undetected-aircraft-maintenance-error-led-to-loss-of-control-and-collision-with-terrain-at-london-international-airport-ontario/) - TOP STORY Undetected aircraft maintenance error led to loss of control and collision with terrain at London International Airport, Ontario CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining unit order – ASI Inc. – Order No. 11893-UJoint application by International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW) and Corps canadien des Commissionnaires (division du Québec) (Commissionnaires) – applicants seeking a
- [Rankin Inlet to host the northern-most flight school](https://ehlaw.ca/rankin-inlet-to-host-the-northern-most-flight-school/) - TOP STORY Rankin Inlet to host the northern-most flight school DECISIONS Compensation, missing luggage – Audette v. WestJet Airlines Ltd., 2024 BCCRT 38Claim for compensation for missing luggage – applicant seeking $1,961.81 as compensation for lost luggage – WestJet claimed luggage, which was returned to applicant 23 days later, was only delayed – WestJet argued
- [Clearer disability policy needed for airlines, says man denied boarding at Calgary airport](https://ehlaw.ca/clearer-disability-policy-needed-for-airlines-says-man-denied-boarding-at-calgary-airport/) - TOP STORY Clearer disability policy needed for airlines, says man denied boarding at Calgary airport DECISIONS Arbitration, policy grievance – Unifor Local 2002 v. Skylink Express Inc., 2024 CanLII 3366 (CA LA)Grievance alleging violation of the collective agreement by employer – dispute related to assignment of duties related to loading and unloading of cargo –
- [Air Transat flight attendants reject new tentative deal](https://ehlaw.ca/air-transat-flight-attendants-reject-new-tentative-deal/) - TOP STORY Air Transat flight attendants reject new tentative deal CTA DECISIONS Suspension – FAI rent-a-jet GmbH c.o.b. Flight Ambulance International – Order No. 2024-A-S-14License no. 170039 Suspension – Unicair GmbH – Order No. 2024-A-S-13License no. 220002 TC/TSB NEWS Airworthiness directives INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION NEWS COPA – Mark Baker stepping down as AOPA President IATA –
- [Federal Pay Equity Commissioner Allows Establishment of Multiple Pay Equity Plans at NAV CANADA](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-pay-equity-commissioner-allows-establishment-of-multiple-pay-equity-plans-at-nav-canada/) - The federal Pay Equity Act presumes that an employer will establish a single pay equity plan for its employees, but allows a party to apply to establish multiple plans. The Pay Equity Commissioner has released several decisions addressing such applications, including the December 13, 2023 decision in NAV CANADA (Re), 2023 PEC 8 (CanLII). In
- [New CRA Policy Provides Guidance Regarding the Determination of the Province of Employment for Full-Time Remote Workers](https://ehlaw.ca/new-cra-policy-provides-guidance-regarding-the-determination-of-the-province-of-employment-for-full-time-remote-workers/) - At the beginning of this month (January 1, 2024), a new Canada Revenue Agency (the “CRA”) administrative policy (the “Policy”) came into effect that will impact employers with full-time remote workers. Specifically, the Policy provides guidance with respect to the determination of an employee’s province of employment (or “POE”) for tax purposes in the case where a
- [Court of Appeal for Ontario Confirms Two Significant Notice Period Decisions](https://ehlaw.ca/court-of-appeal-for-ontario-confirms-two-significant-notice-period-decisions/) - In late 2023, the Court of Appeal for Ontario confirmed the lower court decisions in two separate wrongful dismissal matters in which the plaintiffs were each awarded significant notice periods. These decisions confirm that although there has traditionally been a 24-month “cap” on common law reasonable notice damages in wrongful dismissal matters, there may very
- [The Canadian Transportation Agency issues administrative monetary penalty to Air Canada for violations of the Accessible Transportation for Persons with Disabilities Regulations](https://ehlaw.ca/the-canadian-transportation-agency-issues-administrative-monetary-penalty-to-air-canada-for-violations-of-the-accessible-transportation-for-persons-with-disabilities-regulations/) - TOP STORY The Canadian Transportation Agency issues administrative monetary penalty to Air Canada for violations of the Accessible Transportation for Persons with Disabilities Regulations DECISIONS Compensation, flight delay – Monteith v. Air Canada, 2023 BCCRT 1134Claim for compensation for flight delay – applicant claimed compensation for flight delay under the Air Passenger Protection Regulations (APPR)
- [Porter Airlines and Alaska Airlines announce key strategic partnership](https://ehlaw.ca/porter-airlines-and-alaska-airlines-announce-key-strategic-partnership/) - TOP STORY Porter Airlines and Alaska Airlines announce key strategic partnership CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Aero National, Inc. – Order No. 2023-A-S-308License no. 080115 Application ­– EPE SPA Air Algérie c.o.b. Air Algérie (Air Algérie) – Determination No. A-2023-241Application by Air Algérie, on behalf of itself and Hi Fly Ltd. c.o.b. Hi Fly Malta (Hi
- [NAV CANADA’s Claude Castonguay is keeping Canada’s skies safe with precision and planning](https://ehlaw.ca/21543/) - TOP STORY NAV CANADA’s Claude Castonguay is keeping Canada’s skies safe with precision and planning CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining unit order – Air Inuit Ltd. – Order No. 11886-UApplication for certification by Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA) – employer opposed to proposed bargaining unit description – parties reached agreement on a modified bargaining unit description
- [No Requirement for Control Over a Construction Project to be Considered an “Employer” under the Occupational Health and Safety Act: Supreme Court](https://ehlaw.ca/no-requirement-for-control-over-a-construction-project-to-be-considered-an-employer-under-the-occupational-health-and-safety-act-supreme-court/) - In a past Focus Alert, we discussed the Ontario Court of Appeal’s decision in Ontario (Labour) v. Sudbury (City). In that case, the province’s highest court determined that the City of Sudbury (the “City”) was not only the owner but also an employer on a construction project for the purposes of the Occupational Health and
- [Air Transat and Porter announce transformative joint venture benefitting Canadian travellers](https://ehlaw.ca/air-transat-and-porter-announce-transformative-joint-venture-benefitting-canadian-travellers/) - TOP STORY Air Transat and Porter announce transformative joint venture benefitting Canadian travellers CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Precision Aviation, Inc. – Order No. 2023-A-S-288 License no. 030033 Application – Air Canada also c.o.b. Air Canada rouge, Air Canada Cargo – Determination No. A-2023-238 Application for license to operate, through code sharing, scheduled international services, large
- [‘I’m furious’: Chief accessibility officer’s wheelchair left in Toronto by Air Canada flight](https://ehlaw.ca/im-furious-chief-accessibility-officers-wheelchair-left-in-toronto-by-air-canada-flight/) - TOP STORY ‘I’m furious’: Chief accessibility officer’s wheelchair left in Toronto by Air Canada flight DECISIONS Compensation, flight cancellation – Lukács v. Air Canada Rouge LP, 2023 FC 1358 Claim related to flight cancellation – simplified action – plaintiff booked round-trip flight with Air Canada Rouge (ACR) – plaintiff’s itinerary was changed twice by ACR
- [Employers Take Note: Applications for an Extension of the Deadline to Post a Pay Equity Plan Under the Federal Pay Equity Act](https://ehlaw.ca/employers-take-note-applications-for-an-extension-of-the-deadline-to-post-a-pay-equity-plan-under-the-federal-pay-equity-act/) - The federal Pay Equity Act (the “Act”) and its regulations, which came into effect on August 31, 2021, require subject employers to establish and post, as well as to regularly update, a pay equity plan to proactively address gender-based discrimination in compensation. The legislation provides that the pay equity plan must generally be established and
- [YOW’s Kealey named 2023 Ted Bushelman Legacy Award for Creativity and Excellence recipient](https://ehlaw.ca/yows-kealey-named-2023-ted-bushelman-legacy-award-for-creativity-and-excellence-recipient/) - TOP STORY YOW’s Kealey named 2023 Ted Bushelman Legacy Award for Creativity and Excellence recipient DECISIONS Compensation, delayed baggage – Ferguson v. Flair Airlines Ltd., 2023 BCRT 971Claim for compensation for delayed baggage – applicant purchased airfare with Flair – applicant had to purchase clothing and footwear while her baggage was missing – applicant claimed
- [Flying within Canada affords less choice than before pandemic, after ‘massive cuts’](https://ehlaw.ca/flying-within-canada-affords-less-choice-than-before-pandemic-after-massive-cuts/) - TOP STORY Flying within Canada affords less choice than before pandemic, after ‘massive cuts’ DECISIONS Appeal, dismissal – Air Palace Co., Ltd. v. Rotor Maxx Support Limited, 2023 BCCA 393 Appeal of order dismissing appellant’s application for leave to amend its response to civil claim and to file a counterclaim, amongst other things – appellant’s
- [Air Canada takes action to improve experience for customers with disabilities](https://ehlaw.ca/air-canada-takes-action-to-improve-experience-for-customers-with-disabilities/) - TOP STORY Air Canada takes action to improve experience for customers with disabilities DECISIONS Application, wrongful dismissal – Egan v. Harbour Air Seaplanes LLP, 2023 BCSC 1916Application for judgment by Harbour Air Seaplanes seeking dismissal of the plaintiff’s action for wrongful dismissal – application focused on enforceability of termination clause in plaintiff’s employment contract –
- [Canadian Air Transport Security Authority announces new airport screening services contracts](https://ehlaw.ca/canadian-air-transport-security-authority-announces-new-airport-screening-services-contracts/) - TOP STORY Canadian Air Transport Security Authority announces new airport screening services contracts CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining unit order – Porter Airlines Inc. – Order No. 11884-UApplication for certification by Unifor – employer opposed and proposed alternate bargaining unit – determination with respect to positions remaining in dispute following the issuance of certification order no. 11866-U
- [Air Canada employee who fell on stairs in her home eligible for worker’s compensation: Judge](https://ehlaw.ca/air-canada-employee-who-fell-on-stairs-in-her-home-eligible-for-workers-compensation-judge/) - TOP STORY Air Canada employee who fell on stairs in her home eligible for worker’s compensation: Judge CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining Unit Order – Voyageur Aviation Corp. – Order No. 11662-U IAMAW applied for certification as bargaining agent for employees of employer – CIRB issued certification in interim order no. 11616-U dated June 15, 2021 but
- [Pay Equity Commissioner Denies Request for Multiple Pay Equity Plans for the Core Public Administration](https://ehlaw.ca/pay-equity-commissioner-denies-request-for-multiple-pay-equity-plans-for-the/) - This summer, the Interim Pay Equity Commissioner (the “Commissioner”) denied a request by the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat, on behalf of the Treasury Board as employer (the “Treasury Board”), for authorization to establish three distinct pay equity plans for employees in the core public administration (the “CPA”). This decision confirms that it is only
- [Federal Government Introduces Legislation to Ban Replacement Workers During Strikes/Lockouts](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-introduces-legislation-to-ban-replacement-workers-during-strikes-lockouts/) - On November 9, 2023, the federal government introduced Bill C-58, An Act to amend the Canada Labour Code and the Canada Industrial Relations Board Regulations, 2012 (“Bill C-58”), to amend the Canada Labour Code (“CLC”) and the Canada Industrial Relations Board Regulations, 2012. If passed, Bill C-58 would, inter alia, impose broad prohibitions on the
- [Bill 96 & Quebec’s Language Law Explained](https://ehlaw.ca/bill-96-quebecs-language-law-explained/) - What Defence and Security Industry Employers with Québec-based Employees Need to Know About their New Language Requirements One does not have to look too far into the news to see the reputational and financial harm caused from an employer running afoul Québec’s French language laws. With many defence and security companies carrying on activities in
- [Pilots seek new contracts with airlines amid booming travel demand](https://ehlaw.ca/pilots-seek-new-contracts-with-airlines-amid-booming-travel-demand/) - TOP STORY Pilots seek new contracts with airlines amid booming travel demand CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining unit order – Porter Airlines Inc. – Interim Order No. 11866-U Application for certification by Unifor – employer in disagreement that proposed bargaining unit was appropriate and proposed an alternate bargaining unit description - use of the language “part-time and
- [NBAA-BACE 2023 preview: Canadian business aviation priorities and storylines to watch](https://ehlaw.ca/nbaa-bace-2023-preview-canadian-business-aviation-priorities-and-storylines-to-watch/) - TOP STORY NBAA-BACE 2023 preview: Canadian business aviation priorities and storylines to watch CTA DECISIONS Suspension – TECH HELICOPTERS LTD. – Order No. 2023-A-S-251 License no. 961048 – license reinstated effective October 10, 2023 Application – Air Transat A.T. Inc. c.o.b. Air Transat (Air Transat) – Determination No. A-2023-198 Application by Air Transat, on behalf
- [Air Canada pilots determined to close ‘growing wage gap’ between U.S. counterparts](https://ehlaw.ca/air-canada-pilots-determined-to-close-growing-wage-gap-between-u-s-counterparts/) - TOP STORY Air Canada pilots determined to close ‘growing wage gap’ between U.S. counterparts CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining unit order – Air Inuit Ltd. – Order No. 11862-U Application for certification by Teamsters Québec, Local 1999 (Teamsters) – Teamsters certified to be bargaining agent for unit comprising “all employees of Air Inuit Ltd. working as flight
- [La CSPAAT impose désormais un délai de 3 jours ouvrables pour la déclaration initiale d’un accident par les employeurs](https://ehlaw.ca/?p=21176) - Le 29 septembre 2023, la Commission de la sécurité professionnelle et de l’assurance contre les accidents du travail (« CSPAAT ») a révisé sa politique sur la déclaration des accidents. Les employeurs couverts par le régime d’indemnisation des accidents du travail en Ontario n’ont plus un délai de sept (7) jours ouvrables en vertu de la politique
- [WSIB Now Enforcing 3-Business Day Deadline For Employers’ Initial Accident-Reporting](https://ehlaw.ca/wsib-now-enforcing-3-business-day-deadline-for-employers-initial-accident-reporting/) - On September 29, 2023, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (“WSIB”) revised its policy on accident reporting. Employers covered under the Ontario workers’ compensation regime no longer have a seven (7)-business day deadline under WSIB policy; the WSIB is now enforcing a three (3)-business day deadline to align with the reporting requirement under the Workplace
- [Truth & Reconciliation: YVR's latest fire truck wrapped in Indigenous art](https://ehlaw.ca/truth-reconciliation-yvrs-latest-fire-truck-wrapped-in-indigenous-art/) - TOP STORY Truth & Reconciliation: YVR's latest fire truck wrapped in Indigenous art DECISIONS Compensation, excess baggage fees – Peterson v. Air Canada, 2023 BCCRT 804 Claim related to delay in receiving a refund – Air Canada agreed to refund $550 in excess baggage fees to applicant – applicant had not yet received refund –
- [Northern airlines in Ottawa to talk wildfires, climate change and infrastructure](https://ehlaw.ca/northern-airlines-in-ottawa-to-talk-wildfires-climate-change-and-infrastructure/) - TOP STORY Northern airlines in Ottawa to talk wildfires, climate change and infrastructure CTA DECISIONS Application – ONE AIR LTD – Determination No. A-2023-176 Application for license to operate a non scheduled international service to transport goods on a charter basis between the United Kingdom and Canada – license issued, subject to conditions Application –
- [WestJet to review policy after Poilievre’s plane speech criticized](https://ehlaw.ca/westjet-to-review-policy-after-poilievres-plane-speech-criticized/) - TOP STORY WestJet to review policy after Poilievre’s plane speech criticized DECISIONS Compensation, flight and baggage delay – Lai v. Air Canada, 2023 BCCRT 772 Claim for compensation for flight and baggage delay – applicant alleged Air Canada delayed his and his family members’ international flight by over 4 hours and misplaced his baggage –
- [Three times more Canadian pilots left for jobs in the U.S. last year, government data shows](https://ehlaw.ca/three-times-more-canadian-pilots-left-for-jobs-in-the-u-s-last-year-government-data-shows/) - TOP STORY Three times more Canadian pilots left for jobs in the U.S. last year, government data shows CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining unit order – Innotech Aviation, a division of I.M.P. Group Limited – Order No. 11856-U Application for certification by International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, District 11 (IAMAW) – representation vote conducted –
- [ALPA Files Unfair Labour Practice Complaint Against Jazz Aviation and Air Canada](https://ehlaw.ca/alpa-files-unfair-labour-practice-complaint-against-jazz-aviation-and-air-canada/) - TOP STORY ALPA Files Unfair Labour Practice Complaint Against Jazz Aviation and Air Canada CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Air Associates Charter, Inc. – Order No. 2023-A-S-200 License no. 110024 TC/TSB NEWS Airworthiness directives Minister of Transport announces important new appointments and reappointments in the transportation sector Undetected descent led to a 2021 helicopter accident in
- [New Canada Labour Code Termination Entitlements to Come Into Effect on February 1, 2024](https://ehlaw.ca/new-canada-labour-code-termination-entitlements-to-come-into-effect-on-february-1-2024/) - In 2018, as part of the federal government’s efforts to modernize its labour standards regime, the Budget Implementation Act, 2018, No. 2 (the “Act”) introduced a number of changes to the Canada Labour Code (the “Code”). A recent Focus Alert discussed two of these changes, namely the requirement for employers to reimburse reasonable work-related expenses
- [Canadian air travel has faced significant challenges, including staffing and delays. Here‘s how to fix it](https://ehlaw.ca/canadian-air-travel-has-faced-significant-challenges-including-staffing-and-delays-heres-how-to-fix-it/) - TOP STORY Canadian air travel has faced significant challenges, including staffing and delays. Here‘s how to fix it DECISIONS Application, cancelled flight – Qi v. Swoop Inc., 2023 BCCRT 709 Application for compensation – applicant was scheduled to fly from Abbotsford to Toronto on October 8, 2022 – flight cancelled – applicant rebooked on another
- [Supreme Court to hear appeal from airlines on air passenger rights compensation](https://ehlaw.ca/supreme-court-to-hear-appeal-from-airlines-on-air-passenger-rights-compensation/) - TOP STORY Supreme Court to hear appeal from airlines on air passenger rights compensation DECISIONS Leave, appeal – International Air Transport Association, et al. v. Canadian Transportation Agency, et al., 2023 CanLII 74433 (SCC) Application for leave to appeal from the judgment of the Federal Court of Appeal, Number A-311-19, 2022 FCA 211, dated December
- [New Licensing Requirement for Temporary Help Agencies and Recruiters: Online Applications Now Open](https://ehlaw.ca/new-licensing-requirement-for-temporary-help-agencies-and-recruiters-online-applications-now-open/) - In recent years, investigations by Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (the “Ministry”) officers have reportedly uncovered issues related to the payment of minimum wage and to the respect of other basic employment rights in certain sectors. Accordingly, in an effort to better protect vulnerable employees from exploitation, the Ontario government has introduced
- [Minister of Transport announces new funding to improve and increase capacity for cargo destined for the North at the Ottawa International Airport](https://ehlaw.ca/minister-of-transport-announces-new-funding-to-improve-and-increase-capacity-for-cargo-destined-for-the-north-at-the-ottawa-international-airport/) - TOP STORY Minister of Transport announces new funding to improve and increase capacity for cargo destined for the North at the Ottawa International Airport DECISIONS Compensation, flight delay – Mohamed v. Air Canada, 2023 BCCRT 661 Claim for compensation for flight delay – one leg of the applicants’ international flight was delayed, resulting in their
- [Air passenger traffic at Canada's airports more than doubled in 2022: StatCan](https://ehlaw.ca/air-passenger-traffic-at-canadas-airports-more-than-doubled-in-2022-statcan/) - TOP STORY Air passenger traffic at Canada's airports more than doubled in 2022: StatCan CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining unit order – Calm Air International LP – Order No. 11832-U Application for revocation of certification order no. 11076-U certifying Unifor as bargaining agent for a unit of employees of Calm Air International LP comprising: “all customer service
- [Arbitrator Determines that National Day for Truth and Reconciliation was “Proclaimed” a Holiday Under Collective Agreements](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-determines-that-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation-was-proclaimed-a-holiday-under-collective-agreements/) - In a past focus alert, we discussed the implementation of a new statutory holiday. The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, which became a holiday for federally regulated employees under the Canada Labour Code (the “Code”) in 2021, is intended to honour First Nations, Inuit and Métis survivors and their families and communities, as well
- ['Huge kettle of fish' faces new Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez](https://ehlaw.ca/huge-kettle-of-fish-faces-new-transport-minister-pablo-rodriguez/) - TOP STORY 'Huge kettle of fish' faces new Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez DECISIONS Application, compensation, cancelled flights – Perovic v. Flair Airlines Ltd., 2023 BCCRT 609 Flair cancelled applicants’ flight home and their rebooked flight – provided at least 12 hours’ notice for both cancellations – applicants booked flight home through different airline – claiming $1,861.39 including travel
- [New Canada Labour Code Requirements Pertaining To Work-Related Expenses, Information Related To Employment Now In Effect](https://ehlaw.ca/new-canada-labour-code-requirements-pertaining-to-work-related-expenses-information-related-to-employment-now-in-effect/) - The Budget Implementation Act, 2018, No. 2 enacted important amendments to the Canada Labour Code (the “Code), several of which came finally into effect on July 9, 2023. These include a new section 238.1, which creates a requirement for the reimbursement of reasonable work-related expenses, as well as new sections 253.1 and 253.2, which create
- [IATA calls on Canadian, U.S. governments to step in regarding air traffic control shortcomings](https://ehlaw.ca/iata-calls-on-canadian-u-s-governments-to-step-in-regarding-air-traffic-control-shortcomings/) - TOP STORY IATA calls on Canadian, U.S. governments to step in regarding air traffic control shortcomings DECISIONS Judicial review, interlocutory decision – Nedelec v. Rogers, 2023 FC 950 Application for judicial review of an interlocutory decision of the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal (Tribunal) – complaint by a group of former Air Canada pilots alleging age
- [The Canadian Transportation Agency launches consultations to strengthen air passenger protection](https://ehlaw.ca/the-canadian-transportation-agency-launches-consultations-to-strengthen-air-passenger-protection/) - TOP STORY The Canadian Transportation Agency launches consultations to strengthen air passenger protection DECISIONS Security for costs, appeal – Ashraf v. Jazz Aviation LP, 2023 BCCA 284 Application by the respondents for an order requiring the appellant to post security for costs of the appeal and for a stay of the appeal until security is
- [Arbitrator Finds that Union is Not Entitled to Additional Remedy Pursuant to Collective Agreement’s COLA Clause](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-finds-that-union-is-not-entitled-to-additional-remedy-pursuant-to-collective-agreements-cola-clause/) - TOP STORY Arbitrator Finds that Union is Not Entitled to Additional Remedy Pursuant to Collective Agreement’s COLA Clause CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining unit order – Air Inuit Ltd. (1985) – Order No. 11830-U Application for revocation of certification order certifying the Teamsters Québec, Local 1999 as the bargaining agent for a unit comprising “all crew members
- [Minister of Transport announces pilot for dedicated Verified Traveller lines coming soon to Ottawa International Airport and Halifax Stanfield International Airport](https://ehlaw.ca/minister-of-transport-announces-pilot-for-dedicated-verified-traveller-lines-coming-soon-to-ottawa-international-airport-and-halifax-stanfield-international-airport/) - TOP STORY Minister of Transport announces pilot for dedicated Verified Traveller lines coming soon to Ottawa International Airport and Halifax Stanfield International Airport DECISIONS Compensation, cancelled booking – Roberts v. Flair Airlines LTD, 2023 BCCRT 525 Claim for compensation for cancelled booking – applicant booked a flight operated by Flair through a third party website
- [TSB 2022-23 Annual Report: Highlighting significant safety issues in Canadian transportation](https://ehlaw.ca/tsb-2022-23-annual-report-highlighting-significant-safety-issues-in-canadian-transportation/) - TOP STORY TSB 2022-23 Annual Report: Highlighting significant safety issues in Canadian transportation DECISIONS Application, decertification – Certain Employees of Sky Café Ltd., 2023 BCLRB 98 Application for decertification – union objected on grounds that the employer had committed an unfair labour practice (ULP) and that the results of the representation vote would be unlikely
- [Corporations Canada Launching Administrative Dissolution Program for Not-for-Profit Corporations](https://ehlaw.ca/corporations-canada-launching-administrative-dissolution-program-for-not-for-profit-corporations/) - On June 14, 2023, Corporations Canada announced that, as of next month, it will begin the administrative dissolution process for federal not-for-profit corporations (or “NFPs”) that have failed to file their annual returns for three years. Under the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act, NFPs are required to file an annual return with Corporations Canada within 60
- [The Defensive Line: Defence Law Briefing - June 2023](https://ehlaw.ca/the-defensive-line-defence-law-briefing-june-2023/) - Allied Strike Employee Strikes and Picketing of Partner Enterprises Labour disruptions, though not unique to any one industry, can have unique implications in the defence and security sector. For example, and as is related to a past instalment of the Defensive Line, joint ventures or other arrangements where two or more employers share a workspace
- [Canada Industrial Relations Board Finds It Does Not Have Jurisdiction Over Indigenous Health Centres Operated By Unincorporated Health Authorities](https://ehlaw.ca/canada-industrial-relations-board-finds-it-does-not-have-jurisdiction-over-indigenous-health-centres-operated-by-unincorporated-health-authorities/) - In Hospital Employees’ Union and Gitwangak Band Council et al., the Canada Industrial Relations Board (the “Board”) was tasked with determining whether the operations of two health centres were incident to the Gitwangak Band Council or the Gitanyow Band Council’s band governance functions. If so, the health centres would be subject to federal jurisdiction in
- [TSB annual assessment of outstanding safety recommendations: more timely action needed to address key safety issues](https://ehlaw.ca/tsb-annual-assessment-of-outstanding-safety-recommendations-more-timely-action-needed-to-address-key-safety-issues/) - TOP STORY TSB annual assessment of outstanding safety recommendations: more timely action needed to address key safety issues DECISIONS Preliminary decision, other proceeding – Lowey v. Air Canada, 2023 BCCRT 490 Preliminary decision on whether Tribunal should refuse to resolve or pause this dispute pending the outcome of another court proceeding – applicants claimed Air
- [Arbitrator Holds Termination for Non-Compliance with Hospital’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy Reasonable After Four Weeks, Awards No Remedy Where Hospital Terminated Sooner](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-holds-termination-for-non-compliance-with-hospitals-covid-19-vaccination-policy-reasonable-after-four-weeks-awards-no-remedy-where-hospital-terminated-sooner/) - Although the darkest days of the COVID-19 pandemic now seem to be behind us, disputes arising from its impact on workplaces continue to be heard and decided by courts and arbitrators across Canada. Recently, Arbitrator Robert J. Herman released his decision in Lakeridge Health v. CUPE, Local 6364, a matter involving several grievances arising from
- [Voting Time: Employer Obligations on Election Day](https://ehlaw.ca/voting-time-employer-obligations-on-election-day-2/) - On June 26, 2023, a by-election for mayor of Toronto will take place. Employers should be aware that, under Ontario’s Municipal Elections Act, 1996 (the “Act”), they are obligated to provide employees who are eligible to vote in the by-election with time off to vote. All employees who, on election day, are Canadian citizens, are
- [Nolinor Aviation Uses AI To Revolutionize Its Safety System](https://ehlaw.ca/nolinor-aviation-uses-ai-to-revolutionize-its-safety-system/) - TOP STORY Nolinor Aviation Uses AI To Revolutionize Its Safety System CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining unit order – 1263343 Alberta Inc. c.o.b. Lynx Air – Order No. 11821-U Application for certification by Air Line Pilots Association International (ALPA) – employer not opposed – ALPA certified to be bargaining agent for a unit comprising “all pilots employed
- [CIRB kicks can down the road on Air Canada certification](https://ehlaw.ca/cirb-kicks-can-down-the-road-on-air-canada-certification/) - TOP STORY CIRB kicks can down the road on Air Canada certification DECISIONS Compensation, baggage delay – Zunic v. Air Canada, 2023 BCCRT 445 Claim for compensation for baggage delay – applicant’s baggage did not arrive in Orlando before he boarded a 9-day cruise – applicant claimed $5,000 for clothing and necessities purchased during his
- [Plaintiff’s Surreptitious Recording of Termination Meeting Leads to Damages for Employer’s Breach of the Duty of Good Faith and Fair Dealing](https://ehlaw.ca/plaintiffs-surreptitious-recording-of-termination-meeting-leads-to-damages-for-employers-breach-of-the-duty-of-good-faith-and-fair-dealing/) - Earlier this year, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice rendered its decision in Teljeur v. Aurora Hotel Group. This case, which involved an otherwise fairly standard claim for wrongful dismissal, is notable in that the plaintiff had surreptitiously recorded his termination meeting and was able to rely on that recording as evidence in the course
- [Minister of Transport announces new Verified Traveller program to improve the security screening experience for eligible travellers](https://ehlaw.ca/minister-of-transport-announces-new-verified-traveller-program-to-improve-the-security-screening-experience-for-eligible-travellers/) - TOP STORY Minister of Transport announces new Verified Traveller program to improve the security screening experience for eligible travellers DECISIONS Compensation, denial of boarding – Younus v. Flair Airlines Ltd., 2023 BCCRT 419 Claim for compensation for denial of boarding – applicant sought compensation under the Air Passenger Protection Regulation (“APPR”) and reimbursement of related
- [Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario Exercises Discretion to Dismiss Application Following Parallel Proceeding Before the Ontario Labour Relations Board](https://ehlaw.ca/human-rights-tribunal-of-ontario-exercises-discretion-to-dismiss-application-following-parallel-proceeding-before-the-ontario-labour-relations-board/) - In Carney v. Peterborough Regional Health Centre (“Carney”), Emond Harnden’s own Raquel Chisholm handily secured the dismissal of a human rights complaint filed by a former employee of the Peterborough Regional Health Centre (the “Hospital” or the “Employer”). As counsel for the Employer, Raquel successfully argued that the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (“HRTO”) should
- [Human Rights Code Prevents Applicant from Getting “Two Kicks at the Same Facts”](https://ehlaw.ca/human-rights-code-prevents-applicant-from-getting-two-kicks-at-the-same-facts/) - A recent decision of the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (“HRTO”) provides guidance on whether an application will be determined to be outside of the tribunal’s jurisdiction due to a civil proceeding having been commenced by the applicant. Relevant Provisions of the Human Rights Code Subsection 34(11) of Ontario’s Human Rights Code (the “Code”) provides
- [WestJet, pilots avert strike with 11th-hour deal, but more than 100 Friday flights cancelled](https://ehlaw.ca/westjet-pilots-avert-strike-with-11th-hour-deal-but-more-than-100-friday-flights-cancelled/) - TOP STORY WestJet, pilots avert strike with 11th-hour deal, but more than 100 Friday flights cancelled DECISIONS Complaint, wrongful dismissal – Camargo Concilio v. CAE Inc., 2023 QCTAT 2139 Complaint of constructive dismissal – employer alleged that dismissal was due to difficult economic circumstances directly related to the COVID-19 pandemic – employer also alleged that
- [New Regulatory Requirements for Construction Sites Coming into Force on July 1, 2023](https://ehlaw.ca/new-regulatory-requirements-for-construction-sites-coming-into-force-on-july-1-2023/) - Earlier this spring, the Ontario government announced its intention to implement changes to certain jobsite requirements applicable to the construction industry. Shortly thereafter, it filed proposed amendments to the Construction Projects Regulation, a regulation made under the Occupational Health and Safety Act, in order to enact these changes. As these regulatory changes will be coming
- [Flight delays not Air Canada's fault, B.C. tribunal says](https://ehlaw.ca/flight-delays-not-air-canadas-fault-b-c-tribunal-says/) - TOP STORY Flight delays not Air Canada's fault, B.C. tribunal says DECISIONS Compensation, flight delay – Sull v. Air Canada, 2023 BCCRT 385 Claim for compensation for flight delay resulting in missed connecting flight – Air Canada made alternative flight arrangements for the applicant – delay was due to airport limitations caused by circumstances outside
- [Accessibility Plans Due for Some Federally Regulated Entities by June 1, 2023](https://ehlaw.ca/accessibility-plans-due-for-some-federally-regulated-entities-by-june-1-2023/) - The Accessible Canada Act (the “Act”) came into force on July 11, 2019. As discussed in a previous Focus Alert, the Act is federal legislation intended to provide a proactive and systemic approach to the identification, removal and prevention of barriers to accessibility for persons with disabilities in relation to the following priority areas: Employment;
- [Air Canada Pilots Vote to Merge with ALPA](https://ehlaw.ca/air-canada-pilots-vote-to-merge-with-alpa/) - TOP STORY Air Canada Pilots Vote to Merge with ALPA DECISIONS Successor employer, contract for services – Sky Café Ltd. (Re), [2023] B.C.L.R.B.D. No. 61 Application by union for declaration that Sky Café Ltd. is the successor employer to Gate Gourmet with respect to a contract for services involving WestJet Airlines – contract involved the
- [Le gouvernement de l’Ontario propose d’importantes modifications à diverses lois dans le secteur de l’éducation](https://ehlaw.ca/?p=20819) - En avril, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a déposé le projet de loi 98, Loi de 2023 sur l’amélioration des écoles et du rendement des élèves (« projet de loi 98 »). Bien qu’il soit toujours à l’étude à l’Assemblée législative, le projet de loi 98, s’il est adopté, apportera un certain nombre de modifications à des lois existantes dans le
- [Ontario Government Proposes Significant Changes to Education Sector Legislation](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-proposes-significant-changes-to-education-sector-legislation/) - In April, the Government of Ontario introduced Bill 98, Better Schools and Student Outcomes Act, 2023 (“Bill 98”). Although it is still being debated in the legislature, Bill 98 will, if passed, enact a number of amendments to existing education sector legislation. As interested stakeholders will be permitted to submit comments on the proposed amendments
- [Minister of Transport presents proposed amendments to the Canada Transportation Act to strengthen air passenger rights and simplify the complaint resolution process](https://ehlaw.ca/minister-of-transport-presents-proposed-amendments-to-the-canada-transportation-act-to-strengthen-air-passenger-rights-and-simplify-the-complaint-resolution-process/) - TOP STORY Minister of Transport presents proposed amendments to the Canada Transportation Act to strengthen air passenger rights and simplify the complaint resolution process CTA DECISIONS Application – Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras S.A. – Determination No. A-2023-85 Application for license to operate a scheduled international service in accordance with the Arrangement between the Government of
- [Essential aviation services likely to be impacted by PSAC strike](https://ehlaw.ca/essential-aviation-services-likely-to-be-impacted-by-psac-strike/) - TOP STORY Essential aviation services likely to be impacted by PSAC strike CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining unit order – Thunder Airlines Limited – Order No.: 11812-U Application by applicant Spencer Tessier seeking revocation of certification order certifying Teamsters Local Union No. 938 (“Teamsters”) as bargaining agent for a unit of employees of Thunder Airlines Limited comprising:
- [Court of Appeal Confirms Company Could Not Rely On Termination Provision Due to “Changed Substratum” Doctrine](https://ehlaw.ca/court-of-appeal-confirms-company-could-not-rely-on-termination-provision-due-to-changed-substratum-doctrine/) - A short time ago, the Ontario Court of Appeal released its decision in Celestini v. Shoplogix Inc., a case in which the common law “changed substratum” doctrine was at issue. Under this doctrine, provisions in a written employment contract that purport to limit the amounts payable to a dismissed employee may be unenforceable where there
- [Airport slowdowns and a tax refund ‘shutdown’: 6 things to know about a possible government strike](https://ehlaw.ca/airport-slowdowns-and-a-tax-refund-shutdown-6-things-to-know-about-a-possible-government-strike/) - TOP STORY Airport slowdowns and a tax refund ‘shutdown’: 6 things to know about a possible government strike CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining unit order – WestJet, an Alberta Partnership – Interim Order No.: 11807-U Application for certification by Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) – employer opposed – CIRB reserved jurisdiction with respect to final bargaining unit
- [Artemis II: Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen heading to the Moon](https://ehlaw.ca/artemis-ii-canadian-astronaut-jeremy-hansen-heading-to-the-moon/) - TOP STORY Artemis II: Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen heading to the Moon CTA DECISIONS Application – Sata Internacional – Azores Airlines, S.A. (SATA Internacional) – Determination No. A-2023-71 Application by SATA Internacional, on behalf of itself and Plus Ultra Lineas Aéreas S.A. (Plus Ultra Lineas Aéreas), for an approval to permit SATA Internacional to provide
- [Arbitrator Upholds Hospital’s Decision Not to Post Full-Time Position Following Departure of Incumbent](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-upholds-hospitals-decision-not-to-post-full-time-position-following/) - Recently, Emond Harnden’s own Porter Heffernan and Negeen Yazdani were successful in helping their client, the Cornwall Community Hospital (the “Hospital”), secure the dismissal of a series of grievances at arbitration. The case in question involved nine individual grievances and one policy grievance, each challenging the Hospital’s decision not to post a full-time pharmacy technician
- [Federal budget promises to improve air travel — but advocates are skeptical](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-budget-promises-to-improve-air-travel-but-advocates-are-skeptical/) - TOP STORY Federal budget promises to improve air travel — but advocates are skeptical DECISIONS Appeal, wrongful dismissal –Northern Air Charter (PR) Inc. v. Dunbar, 2023 ABKB 171 Appeal of judgment against Northern Air Charter (PR) Inc. for wrongful dismissal of respondent – appellant alleged that trial judge committed reviewable errors – trial judge did
- [Paid Infectious Disease Emergency Leave Ends Today](https://ehlaw.ca/paid-infectious-disease-emergency-leave-ends-today/) - Employers must take note that paid infectious disease emergency leave (or “Paid IDEL”) is set to end on March 31, 2023. Paid IDEL – which we initially detailed in an earlier Focus Alert – was one of many legislative measures passed by the Ontario government during the pandemic in an effort to help reduce the
- [Ontario Superior Court of Justice Dismisses Wrongful Dismissal Claim by Employee who Deleted Company Website – Twice](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-superior-court-of-justice-dismisses-wrongful-dismissal-claim-by-employee-who-deleted-company-website-twice/) - In Park v. Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd., Justice Ryan Bell of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice decided a case involving the termination of a long-term employee for deleting a company website out of anger twice in a single day. Although the plaintiff advanced several arguments in an effort to lessen his culpability for the
- [Court Finds that Mandatory Vaccination Requirement Caused Frustration of Employment Contract](https://ehlaw.ca/court-finds-that-mandatory-vaccination-requirement-caused-frustration-of-employment-contract/) - The repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to fuel employment litigation across Canada. In particular, mandatory vaccination policies have been the subject of numerous legal challenges in recent years. Late last month, in Croke v. VuPoint Systems Ltd., the Ontario Superior Court of Justice released its decision in yet another mandatory vaccination policy case. The
- [Group promoting careers for women in aviation lands in New Brunswick](https://ehlaw.ca/group-promoting-careers-for-women-in-aviation-lands-in-new-brunswick/) - TOP STORY Group promoting careers for women in aviation lands in New Brunswick CTA DECISIONS Application – Airhart Aviation Inc. – Determination No. A-2023-54 Application for license to operate a non-scheduled international service, small aircraft, to transport traffic on a charter basis between Canada and any other country – license issued subject to conditions Application
- [Government Proposes Several Changes to Provincial Employment Legislation](https://ehlaw.ca/government-proposes-several-changes-to-provincial-employment-legislation/) - Last week, the Ontario government announced its plan to amend provincial employment legislation. Although the initial announcement only referenced two proposed changes – one related to the rules respecting mass terminations under the Employment Standards Act (the “ESA”), and the other related to a new requirement for employers to provide new hires with certain information
- [Airline Found Not Contractually or Statutorily Liable for Compensation for Delay of Flight Booked Through Third Party Provider](https://ehlaw.ca/airline-found-not-contractually-or-statutorily-liable-for-compensation-for-delay-of-flight-booked-through-third-party-provider/) - TOP STORY Airline Found Not Contractually or Statutorily Liable for Compensation for Delay of Flight Booked Through Third Party Provider CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Chrysler Aviation, Inc. – Order No. 2023-A-S-34 License no. 200024 – license reinstated effective March 14, 2023 Application – Mt. Margaret, LLC c.o.b. Sofar Air – Determination No. A-2023-49 Application for
- [Divisional Court Affirms that Most Recent Amendments to Non-Construction Employer Provisions of the <em>Labour Relations Act, 1995</em> do not Infringe Right to Freedom of Association  ](https://ehlaw.ca/divisional-court-affirms-that-most-recent-amendments-to-non-construction-employer-provisions-of-the-labour-relations-act-1995-do-not-infringe-right-to-freedom-of-association/) - Recently, in Carpenters’ District Council of Ontario v. City of Hamilton, Ontario’s Divisional Court released its decision in a case addressing the constitutionality of the most recent amendments to the non-construction employer (or “NCE”) provisions in the Labour Relations Act, 1995 (the “Act”). More specifically, the Carpenters’ District Council of Ontario (the “Union”) sought to
- [Court of Appeal upholds court order quashing reinstatement of worker convicted of sexual assault](https://ehlaw.ca/jan02-toronto/) - In October 2000, we reported the decision of the Divisional Court in City of Toronto v. CUPE, Local 79, in which it was held that arbitrators are bound by the findings made in a superior court (see "An "absolute verity": Court quashes arbitration awards reinstating workers convicted of workplace sexual assault" on our Publications page).
- [New program to unlock airport capacity and support the sustainable growth of air travel demand](https://ehlaw.ca/new-program-to-unlock-airport-capacity-and-support-the-sustainable-growth-of-air-travel-demand/) - TOP STORY New program to unlock airport capacity and support the sustainable growth of air travel demand DECISIONS Judicial review, duty of fair representation – Watson v. Canadian Union of Public Employees, 2023 FCA 48 Application for judicial review of a decision of the Canada Industrial Relations Board (“Board”) dismissing the applicant’s complaint against CUPE
- [La Cour supérieure de justice de l’Ontario déclare la Loi 124 nulle et sans effet](https://ehlaw.ca/?p=20735) - Le 29 novembre 2022, la Cour supérieure de justice de l’Ontario a publié une décision très attendue sur dix demandes qui contestaient la constitutionnalité de la Loi de 2019 visant à préserver la viabilité du secteur public pour les générations futures (la « Loi 124 » ou la « Loi »). Cette décision accueille les contestations constitutionnelles et déclare la
- [Government of Canada supports economic growth and job creation in Ontario's aerospace sector](https://ehlaw.ca/government-of-canada-supports-economic-growth-and-job-creation-in-ontarios-aerospace-sector/) - TOP STORY Government of Canada supports economic growth and job creation in Ontario's aerospace sector DECISIONS Grievance, language requirements – Canadian Union of Public Employees, Air Canada Component v. Air Canada, 2023 CanLII 13776 (CA LA) Grievances regarding interpretation of bilingual language requirements for cabin crew as detailed in letter of understanding – union argued
- [Arbitrator Determines that National Day of Mourning was not “Proclaimed” a Holiday Under Collective Agreements](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-determines-that-national-day-of-mourning-was-not-proclaimed-a-holiday-under-collective-agreements/) - Following Queen Elizabeth II’s death last fall, September 19, 2022 was declared to be a National Day of Mourning. The Vaughan Public Library Board (the “Library”) did not recognize the National Day of Mourning as a paid holiday for its employees, a decision which CUPE grieved. It was thus left up to an arbitrator to
- [Air Canada Launches Digital Identification; First Airline to Test Facial Recognition Technology for Identification Verification in Canada](https://ehlaw.ca/air-canada-launches-digital-identification-first-airline-to-test-facial-recognition-technology-for-identification-verification-in-canada/) - TOP STORY Air Canada Launches Digital Identification; First Airline to Test Facial Recognition Technology for Identification Verification in Canada DECISIONS Grievance, training bond – Pascan Aviation v. Unifor, 2023 CanLII 12230 Six employer grievances seeking the reimbursement of fees incurred for training pilots who subsequently resigned from employment – employer relying on training bond in
- [Volatus Aerospace bags license for drone cargo services in Canada](https://ehlaw.ca/volatus-aerospace-bags-license-for-drone-cargo-services-in-canada/) - TOP STORY Volatus Aerospace bags license for drone cargo services in Canada CTA DECISIONS Application – Volatus Aerospace Corp. – Determination No. A-2023-28 Application for license to operate a domestic service, all-cargo aircraft – application for the commercial operation of an air service using drones for the carriage of cargo – license issued Application –
- [Ontario Superior Court of Justice Awards 27-Month Notice Period in Wrongful Dismissal](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-superior-court-of-justice-awards-27-month-notice-period-in-wrongful-dismissal/) - Late last month, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice released its decision in Milwid v. IBM Canada Ltd. Employers should be sure to take note of this decision not only because it includes commentary from the court on the potential impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the common law reasonable notice period, but also because
- [WestJet pilots' union says arbitration may be needed to avert a strike](https://ehlaw.ca/westjet-pilots-union-says-arbitration-may-be-needed-to-avert-a-strike/) - TOP STORY WestJet pilots' union says arbitration may be needed to avert a strike DECISIONS Appeal, jurisdiction – Unifor Local 2002 v. Exploits Valley Air Services Ltd., 2023 NLCA 3 Appeal of a decision of the Supreme Court of Newfoundland and Labrador declining to exercise jurisdiction to hear Unifor’s application for judicial review of an
- [New Sexual Misconduct Rules Coming Into Effect for Ontario’s Post-Secondary Sector](https://ehlaw.ca/new-sexual-misconduct-rules-coming-into-effect-for-ontarios-post-secondary-sector/) - Most recently, Bill 26 – or the Strengthening Post-secondary Institutions and Students Act, 2022 – received royal assent. Besides effecting the legal name change of the former Ryerson University to the now Toronto Metropolitan University, Bill 26 makes several important amendments to existing post-secondary legislation as it relates to sexual misconduct toward students by employees.
- [New Provisions for Business Consultants and Information Technology Consultants Under the <em>Employment Standards Act, 2000</em>](https://ehlaw.ca/new-provisions-for-business-consultants-and-information-technology-consultants-under-the-employment-standards-act-2000/) - Bill 88, the Working for Workers Act, 2022 came into force on April 11, 2022. It amended the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”) to introduce exceptions to the application of the ESA to business consultants and information technology consultants, effective January 1, 2023. A “business consultant” is defined as “an individual who provides advice or
- [A shortage of pilots is making travel chaos in Canada even worse](https://ehlaw.ca/a-shortage-of-pilots-is-making-travel-chaos-in-canada-even-worse/) - TOP STORY A shortage of pilots is making travel chaos in Canada even worse DECISIONS Application, compensation for flight delay and delayed baggage – Laber v. Air Canada, 2023 BCCRT 73 International flight delayed and baggage delivered two days late – applicant sought $200 USD each for family members plus $2,000 CAD for moral damages
- [Changes to air passenger bill of rights coming this spring, transport minister says](https://ehlaw.ca/changes-to-air-passenger-bill-of-rights-coming-this-spring-transport-minister-says/) - TOP STORY Changes to air passenger bill of rights coming this spring, transport minister says CTA DECISIONS Suspension – 705833 Ontario Ltd. c-o-b as Hawk Air – Order No. 2023-A-S-6 Licence 972012 Cancellation – Primera Air Scandinavia A/S c-o-b as Primera Air – Order No. 2023-A-3 Licences 170053 and 170052 Application – Partner Jet Inc. – Determination
- [Provisions on New Requirement for Workplace Naloxone Kits Under the <em>Occupational Health and Safety Act</em> Proclaimed Into Force](https://ehlaw.ca/provisions-on-new-requirement-for-workplace-naloxone-kits-under-the-occupational-health-and-safety-act-proclaimed-into-force/) - As detailed in a previous Focus Alert, Bill 88 – also known as the Working for Workers Act, 2022 – amended the Occupational Health and Safety Act (“OHSA”) such that certain employers will be subject to a new requirement to keep a naloxone kit in the workplace. Although Bill 88 received royal assent last April,
- [Canadian Transportation Agency still to review 33k+ air travel complaints](https://ehlaw.ca/canadian-transportation-agency-still-to-review-33k-air-travel-complaints/) - TOP STORY Canadian Transportation Agency still to review 33k+ air travel complaints CTA DECISIONS Application – Condor Flugdienst GmbH (Condor) – Determination No. A-2023-3 Application by Condor, on behalf of itself and Wamos Air, S.A. c.o.b. Wamos Air (Wamos) for approval to permit Condor to provide its scheduled international service between Canada and the European
- [Canada briefly hit with similar aviation outage as U.S. flights ‘gradually’ resume](https://ehlaw.ca/canada-briefly-hit-with-similar-aviation-outage-as-u-s-flights-gradually-resume/) - TOP STORY Canada briefly hit with similar aviation outage as U.S. flights ‘gradually’ resume DECISIONS Summary judgment, wrongful dismissal – Chu v. China Southern Airlines Company Limited, 2023 BCSC 21 Plaintiff demoted twice before being terminated for just cause – plaintiff alleged that defendant engaged in pattern of bad faith abusive conduct, including unfair discipline,
- [Government of Canada announces a temporary negative COVID-19 test requirement for travellers arriving from the People’s Republic of China, Hong Kong or Macao](https://ehlaw.ca/government-of-canada-announces-a-temporary-negative-covid-19-test-requirement-for-travellers-arriving-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-hong-kong-or-macao/) - TOP STORY Government of Canada announces a temporary negative COVID-19 test requirement for travellers arriving from the People’s Republic of China, Hong Kong or Macao DECISIONS Application, flight delays – Spencer v. Transat A.T. Inc., 2022 BCSC 2256 Application to amend pleadings and certification application – plaintiff sought to represent class of people who bought
- [The Defensive Line: Defence Law Briefing - December 2022](https://ehlaw.ca/the-defensive-line-defence-law-briefing-december-2022/) - For Your Eyes Only Safeguarding Confidential Information and the Employment Relationship Confidentiality in the employment relationship is likely more important in the Defence and Security Industry than any other sector of employment. Whether it’s the details of the employer’s contribution to a request for proposal, developing a new technology, or dealing with client and secret
- [Court Comments on the Impact of COVID-19 on the Appropriate Reasonable Notice Period in the Aviation Industry](https://ehlaw.ca/court-comments-on-the-impact-of-covid-19-on-the-appropriate-reasonable-notice-period-in-the-aviation-industry/) - Focus Alert readers will recall that in 2021, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice increased the reasonable notice period awarded in a termination case, citing the economic upheaval created by the COVID-19 pandemic in its reasoning. Recently, the court heard another pandemic termination case. Although the court’s decision itself was fairly run-of-the-mill, it nonetheless provides
- [Update on operations at Canadian airports ahead of the holiday season](https://ehlaw.ca/update-on-operations-at-canadian-airports-ahead-of-the-holiday-season/) - TOP STORY Update on operations at Canadian airports ahead of the holiday season DECISIONS Judicial review, unfair labour practices complaint – Clark v. Air Line Pilots Association, 2022 FCA 217 Jazz Aviation pilot sought judicial review of a decision of the Canada Industrial Relations Board dismissing his unfair labour practices complaint against his union and
- [Federal Court of Appeal upholds all but one rule on airline compensation](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-court-of-appeal-upholds-all-but-one-rule-on-airline-compensation/) - TOP STORY Federal Court of Appeal upholds all but one rule on airline compensation DECISIONS Appeal, Air Passenger Protection Regulations - International Air Transport Association v. Canadian Transportation Agency, 2022 FCA 211 Challenge to validity of regulations adopted by the Canadian Transportation Agency to compensate air passengers for various delays, losses and inconveniences – appeal
- [Statement from Pivot Airlines: Heroic Pivot Airlines crew arrived safely in Toronto](https://ehlaw.ca/statement-from-pivot-airlines-heroic-pivot-airlines-crew-arrived-safely-in-toronto/) - TOP STORY Statement from Pivot Airlines: Heroic Pivot Airlines crew arrived safely in Toronto DECISIONS Grievance arbitration, policy cancellation – WestJet Encore Ltd. v. Air Line Pilots Association, International, 2022 CanLII 113272 (CA LA) Dispute between the parties as to whether the employer could unilaterally cancel the Available Crew Member (“ACM”) Policy – employer acted
- [Ontario Superior Court Finds that Employer Cannot be Held Vicariously Liable for Sexual Harassment](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-superior-court-finds-that-employer-cannot-be-held-vicariously-liable-for-sexual-harassment/) - Earlier this year, in the case of Incognito v. Skyservice Business Aviation Inc., the Ontario Superior Court of Justice rendered an important decision regarding claims of sexual harassment in the workplace. In particular, the decision affirms that not only is there no independent tort of sexual harassment in Ontario, but also that companies cannot be
- [Ontario Superior Court of Justice Declares Bill 124 Void and of no Effect](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-superior-court-of-justice-declares-bill-124-void-and-of-no-effect/) - On November 29, 2022, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice released its much anticipated decision regarding ten applications which challenged the constitutionality of the Protecting a Sustainable Public Sector for Future Generations Act, 2019 (“Bill 124” or the “Act”), granting the constitutional challenges and declaring the Act to be void and of no effect. Introduced
- [Minister of Transport leads Air Sector Recovery Summit with industry partners, labour associations and consumer rights groups](https://ehlaw.ca/minister-of-transport-leads-air-sector-recovery-summit-with-industry-partners-labour-associations-and-consumer-rights-groups/) - TOP STORY Minister of Transport leads Air Sector Recovery Summit with industry partners, labour associations and consumer rights groups DECISIONS Appeal, statutory privilege for on-board recording – Canada (Transportation Safety Board) v. Caroll-Byrne, 2022 SCC 48 Aircraft struck ground when attempting to land in snowstorm – passengers brought class action for damages for negligence against
- [Investigation Report: Fatal collision with terrain near Sioux Lookout, Ontario](https://ehlaw.ca/investigation-report-fatal-collision-with-terrain-near-sioux-lookout-ontario/) - TOP STORY Investigation Report: Fatal collision with terrain near Sioux Lookout, Ontario CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Neptune Aviation Services, Inc. – Order No. 2022-A-S-298 License no. 080070 Suspension – Hawaiian Globetrotter c.o.b. 30 West Jets, 30 West Aviation and 30 West Jets Inc. – Order No. 2022-A-S-296 License no. 190070 Application – Waltzing Matilda Aviation,
- [Federal Government Announces Release of New Regulations to Support the Implementation of Paid Sick Leave under the Canada Labour Code](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-announces-release-of-new-regulations-to-support-the-implementation-of-paid-sick-leave-under-the-canada-labour-code/) - Regular Focus Alert readers will recall that on December 17, 2021, Bill C-3, An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the Canada Labour Code received royal assent. Among other things, the Bill amends Part III (Labour Standards) of the Canada Labour Code (the “Code”) to provide federally regulated private sector workers with up to
- [Pivot Airlines crew detained in Dominican Republic for 220 days ‘will soon return home’: CEO](https://ehlaw.ca/pivot-airlines-crew-detained-in-dominican-republic-for-220-days-will-soon-return-home-ceo/) - TOP STORY Pivot Airlines crew detained in Dominican Republic for 220 days ‘will soon return home’: CEO DECISIONS Application, Civil Resolution Tribunal – Stojsavljevic v. Flair Airlines Ltd., 2022 BCCRT 1231 Applicant purchased return airfare for a minor family member – flight cancelled – Flair provided a credit to the passenger and an additional $125
- [New Criminal Conspiracy Provision in the Competition Act Addresses Wage-Fixing Agreements and No-Poach Agreements](https://ehlaw.ca/new-criminal-conspiracy-provision-in-the-competition-act-addresses-wage-fixing-agreements-and-no-poach-agreements/) - Earlier this year, Bill C-19, the Budget Implementation Act, 2022, No. 1 (the “Bill”) was passed by the federal legislature and became law. The Bill makes several important amendments to the Competition Act (the “Act”) including, most notably for employers, the implementation of a new provision prohibiting wage-fixing agreements and no-poach agreements. More specifically, the
- [Porter Aviation Holdings Inc., OIAA investing over $65 million at Ottawa International Airport](https://ehlaw.ca/porter-aviation-holdings-inc-oiaa-investing-over-65-million-at-ottawa-international-airport/) - TOP STORY Porter Aviation Holdings Inc., OIAA investing over $65 million at Ottawa International Airport CTA DECISIONS Application – El Al Israel Airlines Ltd. – Determination No. A-2022-141 Application for suspension of license no. 160018 – license suspended Suspension – Desert Jet, LLC c.o.b. Desert Jet – Order No. 2022-A-S-282 License no. 090047 Suspension –
- [Competition Bureau releases report identifying competition concerns with WestJet’s proposed acquisition of Sunwing](https://ehlaw.ca/competition-bureau-releases-report-identifying-competition-concerns-with-westjets-proposed-acquisition-of-sunwing/) - TOP STORY Competition Bureau releases report identifying competition concerns with WestJet’s proposed acquisition of Sunwing DECISIONS Duty of fair representation complaint – Requierme v Employees Association of Food and Bar Services Edmonton International Airport, 2022 CanLII 97912 (AB LRB) 12 complaints that Employees Association of Food and Bar Services Edmonton International Airport (the “Union”) breached its
- [Air Canada Encourages the Next Generation of Women to Consider STEM Careers in Aviation Industry Through Women in Data Hackathon, Young Women in Aviation Day](https://ehlaw.ca/air-canada-encourages-the-next-generation-of-women-to-consider-stem-careers-in-aviation-industry-through-women-in-data-hackathon-young-women-in-aviation-day/) - TOP STORY Air Canada Encourages the Next Generation of Women to Consider STEM Careers in Aviation Industry Through Women in Data Hackathon, Young Women in Aviation Day CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining unit order – PAL Airlines Ltd. – Order No.: 11761-U Application to include in bargaining unit description customer service agents working in or out of
- [BorEHal October 2022 Edition: Reminder: Electronic Monitoring Policy – Employers had to be compliant by October 11, 2022](https://ehlaw.ca/borehal-october-2022-edition-reminder-electronic-monitoring-policy-employers-had-to-be-compliant-by-october-11-2022/) - As our readers will recall, the Employment Standards Act, 2000 now requires employers with 25 or more employees (calculated as of January 1, 2022) to put in place a written policy with respect to their electronic monitoring practices of employees. As a reminder, employers must have the policy in place by October 11, 2022. The
- [States adopt net-zero 2050 global aspirational goal for international flight operations ](https://ehlaw.ca/states-adopt-net-zero-2050-global-aspirational-goal-for-international-flight-operations-/) - TOP STORY States adopt net-zero 2050 global aspirational goal for international flight operations DECISIONS Application, flight refund – Wang v. WK Travel Inc., 2022 BCCRT 1116 Applicants bought tickets through travel agent WK Travel Inc. (“WK”) for flight with China Eastern Airlines Corporation Limited (“CEA”) – CEA cancelled flight due to COVID – CEA cancelled
- [AMFA Certified as the Trade Union Representative for Aircraft Maintenance Engineers in Canada](https://ehlaw.ca/amfa-certified-as-the-trade-union-representative-for-aircraft-maintenance-engineers-in-canada/) - TOP STORY AMFA Certified as the Trade Union Representative for Aircraft Maintenance Engineers in Canada CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Augusta Aviation, Inc. – Order No. 2022-A-S-228 Licence 100107 Suspension – Channel Islands Aviation, Inc. c-o-b CI Jets and as Channel Islands Aviation – Order No. 2022-A-S-246 Licence 180078 Suspension – Central Flying Service, Inc. –
- [Bill 96, Quebec’s Language Law, and Federally Regulated Private Employers](https://ehlaw.ca/bill-96-and-federally-regulated-private-employers/) - In June 2022, Quebec’s National Assembly passed Bill 96, An Act respecting French, the official and common language of Québec (“Bill 96”), significantly amending the Charter of the French Language (the “Charter”). One of the amendments brought by Bill 96 to the Charter is the inclusion of a new article 89.1: “No provision of this
- [Government of Canada to remove COVID-19 border and travel measures effective October 1](https://ehlaw.ca/government-of-canada-to-remove-covid-19-border-and-travel-measures-effective-october-1/) - TOP STORY Government of Canada to remove COVID-19 border and travel measures effective October 1 DECISIONS Interest arbitration – L3 Technologies Mas Inc. v International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Local Lodge 717 Turbo, 2022 CanLII 86323 (ON LA) Collective agreement contained dispute resolution process requiring parties to send their global and final
- [Canada Jetlines, latest airline to enter the crowded field, lands first flight](https://ehlaw.ca/canada-jetlines-latest-airline-to-enter-the-crowded-field-lands-first-flight/) - TOP STORY Canada Jetlines, latest airline to enter the crowded field, lands first flight DECISIONS Application, compensation for cancelled flight – Alamolhoda v. Deutsche Lufthansa Aktiengesellschaft, 2022 BCCRT 1039 Applicant purchased a ticket and then cancelled the flight – claimed $1,510 for balance of ticket that was not refunded – Lufthansa argued the ticket
- [HRTO Rules Grade 1 Student's Human Rights not Breached by Teacher's Lesson on Gender Identity](https://ehlaw.ca/hrto-rules-grade-1-students-human-rights-not-breached-by-teachers-lesson-on-gender-identity/) - On August 25, 2022, the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario dismissed an application by parents of a student who attended Grade 1 in one of the elementary schools of the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (the “school board” or the “OCDSB”), in which they alleged that a teacher’s spontaneous lesson on gender identity breached their daughter’s
- [‘Simply misinformation’: new travel regulations create exploitable loophole, critics say](https://ehlaw.ca/simply-misinformation-new-travel-regulations-create-exploitable-loophole-critics-say/) - TOP STORY ‘Simply misinformation’: new travel regulations create exploitable loophole, critics say DECISIONS Application, compensation for lost baggage – Duguay v. Flair Airlines Ltd., 2022 BCCRT 1019 Applicant claimed $5,000 for lost baggage – Flair paid applicant $2,300, which it claimed was the maximum required under the Air Passenger Protection Regulation (“APPR”) – applicant
- [Arbitrator’s award addresses termination pay and severance pay entitlements of employees deemed terminated after layoff](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrators-award-addresses-termination-pay-and-severance-pay-entitlements-of-employees-deemed-terminated-after-layoff/) - TOP STORY Arbitrator’s award addresses termination pay and severance pay entitlements of employees deemed terminated after layoff CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining unit order – Alliance Maintenance LP – Order No.: 11747-UEmployees of Perimeter Aviation LP, Keewatin Air LP, and Calm Air International LP were transferred to and became employees of Alliance Maintenance LP – the four parties applied
- [Canadian Transportation Agency orders Air Canada to pay passengers compensation for cancelled flight](https://ehlaw.ca/canadian-transportation-agency-orders-air-canada-to-pay-passengers-compensation-for-cancelled-flight/) - TOP STORY Canadian Transportation Agency orders Air Canada to pay passengers compensation for cancelled flight CTA DECISIONS Application – Lisa Crawford and her minor child against Air Canada – Decision No. 107-C-A-2022 Application for compensation for inconvenience under Air Passenger Protection Regulations – flight cancelled, leading to itinerary change and overall delayed arrival of
- [La ligne défensive: un aperçu du droit de la défense - septembre 2022](https://ehlaw.ca/la-ligne-defensive-un-apercu-du-droit-de-la-defense-septembre-2022/?lang=fr) - Les opérations combinés Les pièges de l'emploi en matière des coentreprises Un des éléments uniques de l'industrie de la défense et de la sécurité dans le contexte du droit du travail et de l'emploi est la fréquence selon laquelle les coentreprises et les partenariats sont utilisés. La nécessité de ceux-ci est évidente. Les entreprises se regroupent
- [Guidance for Employers on Incoming Requirement for Written Electronic Monitoring Policies](https://ehlaw.ca/guidance-for-employers-on-incoming-requirement-for-written-electronic-monitoring-policies/) - Bill 88, the Working for Workers Act, 2022, received Royal Assent on April 11, 2022. It amended the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the “ESA”) to introduce a requirement for covered employers to put in place a written policy regarding their electronic monitoring practices with respect to employees. The initial deadline for covered employers to have the
- [Canada Jetlines Receives Air Operating Certificate from Transport Canada](https://ehlaw.ca/canada-jetlines-receives-air-operating-certificate-from-transport-canada/) - TOP STORY Canada Jetlines Receives Air Operating Certificate from Transport Canada DECISIONS Ottawa Airport Professional Aviation Fire Fighters Association v. Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport Authority, 2022 CanLII 75176 (CA LA) Four employees ordered to isolate due to exposure at work to someone with COVID-19 – special leave denied due to access to sick leave
- [Airlines push back against incoming passenger refund requirements](https://ehlaw.ca/airlines-push-back-against-incoming-passenger-refund-requirements/) - TOP STORY Airlines push back against incoming passenger refund requirements DECISIONS Application for Judicial Review, Alcohol and Drug Policy -- Ottawa Airport Professional Aviation Fire Fighters Association v Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport Authority, 2022 ONSC 3298 Judicial review of an arbitrator’s decision to uphold the Airport’s Alcohol and Drug Policy – found the arbitrator’s
- [Canada's no-fly list for suspected terrorists survives constitutional challenge by two men trying to get off it](https://ehlaw.ca/canadas-no-fly-list-for-suspected-terrorists-survives-constitutional-challenge-by-two-men-trying-to-get-off-it/) - TOP STORY Canada's no-fly list for suspected terrorists survives constitutional challenge by two men trying to get off it DECISIONS Constitutional challenge of the Secure Air Travel Act – Brar v Canada (Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness), 2022 FC 1168 Challenge that sections 8 and 9(1)(a) of the Secure Air Travel Act (“SATA”) infringe
- [Passengers with disabilities say they want to remain in wheelchairs on flights](https://ehlaw.ca/passengers-with-disabilities-say-they-want-to-remain-in-wheelchairs-on-flights/) - TOP STORY Passengers with disabilities say they want to remain in wheelchairs on flights DECISIONS Application for bargaining rights – Syndicat des techniciennes et techniciens en aéronautique Global - CSN c Unifor, 2022 QCTAT 3515 Application for certification by union to represent aeronautical technicians – whether splitting existing bargaining unit between applicant union and
- [The Defensive Line: Defence Law Briefing - August 2022](https://ehlaw.ca/the-defensive-line-defence-law-briefing-august-2022/) - Combined Operations Employment Pitfalls in Joint Ventures One of the more unique elements of the defence and security industry in the context of labour and employment law is the extent to which joint ventures and partnerships are utilized. The need for these is obvious. Companies come together and each brings their own expertise to respond
- [Canada needs a firm emissions reductions target for the aviation sector: open letter](https://ehlaw.ca/canada-needs-a-firm-emissions-reductions-target-for-the-aviation-sector-open-letter/) - TOP STORY Canada needs a firm emissions reductions target for the aviation sector: open letter CTA DECISIONS Suspension – DAE Aviation Enterprises, Corp. c-o-b Emerson Aviation – Order No. 2022-A-S-176 Licence No. 080092 Application – Dorato Jets, LLC c-o-b Air Evac International – Determination No. A-2022-100 Application for a licence to operate a non scheduled
- [Comment Period Open on Proposed Regulations Regarding Incoming Paid Medical Leave Under the Canada Labour Code](https://ehlaw.ca/comment-period-open-on-proposed-regulations-regarding-incoming-paid-medical-leave-under-the-canada-labour-code/) - On December 17, 2021, Bill C-3, An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the Canada Labour Code, received Royal Assent. The Bill provides employees covered by the Canada Labour Code with up to 10 days of paid medical leave of absence in a calendar year. Please see our previous Focus Alerts on the original legislation as well
- [Airline workers face insults, physical threats amid travel delays: ‘Worst I’ve ever seen’](https://ehlaw.ca/airline-workers-face-insults-physical-threats-amid-travel-delays-worst-ive-ever-seen/) - TOP STORY Airline workers face insults, physical threats amid travel delays: ‘Worst I’ve ever seen’ DECISIONS Application, interim expenses – Kalynn v. Air Canada, 2022 BCCRT 809 Baggage delayed two days out of six-day trip – applicant claimed $2,120.67 for clothing and toiletries – Air Canada had paid $500, arguing the rest of the
- [Majority of Canadians concerned about ongoing airport issues: Poll](https://ehlaw.ca/majority-of-canadians-concerned-about-ongoing-airport-issues-poll/) - TOP STORY Majority of Canadians concerned about ongoing airport issues: Poll CTA DECISIONS Application – Carrier Airways, LLC c-o-b Pan Am – Determination No. A-2022-96 Application for a licence to operate a non-scheduled international service in accordance with Annex III of the Air Transport Agreement between Canada and the United States of America –
- [Sunwing rejects union claim it bargained in bad faith by staying mum on WestJet deal](https://ehlaw.ca/sunwing-rejects-union-claim-it-bargained-in-bad-faith-by-staying-mum-on-westjet-deal/) - TOP STORY Sunwing rejects union claim it bargained in bad faith by staying mum on WestJet deal CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining Unit Order – ACI-Air Cargo Inc. – Order No.: 11728-U Application for certification by IAMAW – employer’s operations fall under federal jurisdiction – IAMAW certified as bargaining agent for unit comprising “all employees working
- [BorEHal June 2022 Edition: Government of Canada Reverses its Stance on Mandatory Vaccination](https://ehlaw.ca/borehal-june-2022-edition-government-of-canada-reverses-its-stance-on-mandatory-vaccination/) - The Government of Canada announced that as of June 20, 2022, the Policy on COVID-19 Vaccination for the Core Public Administration is suspended, and that the Government will not be moving forward with proposed regulations to mandate vaccination in all federally regulated workplaces. The Government has indicated that it will continue to evaluate the measures
- [BorEHal Édition de juin 2022: Le gouvernement du Canada fait marche arrière sur la vaccination obligatoire](https://ehlaw.ca/borehal-edition-de-juin-2022-le-gouvernement-du-canada-fait-marche-arriere-sur-la-vaccination-obligatoire/?lang=fr) - Le gouvernement du Canada a annoncé qu'à compter du 20 juin 2022, la Politique sur la vaccination contre la COVID-19 applicable à l'administration publique centrale était suspendue, et le gouvernement n'ira pas de l'avant avec les règlements proposés pour rendre obligatoire la vaccination dans tous les lieux de travail sous réglementation fédérale. Le gouvernement a
- [Half of domestic flights to Canada’s big airports delayed, cancelled last week](https://ehlaw.ca/half-of-domestic-flights-to-canadas-big-airports-delayed-cancelled-last-week/) - TOP STORY Half of domestic flights to Canada’s big airports delayed, cancelled last week CIRB DECISIONS Declaration of sale of business, single employer – PrimeFlight Aviation Services Canada, Inc. – Order No.: 11727-U PrimeFlight Aviation Services Canada, Inc. acquired the shares of NavStar Service En Aviation Inc. and Global Aviation Services Inc. – joint
- [Le projet de loi 88, Loi de 2022 visant à œuvrer pour les travailleurs, modifie la Loi sur la santé et la sécurité au travail en ce qui concerne les trousses de naloxone et les infractions](https://ehlaw.ca/le-projet-de-loi-88-loi-de-2022-visant-a-oeuvrer-pour-les-travailleurs-modifie-la-loi-sur-la-sante-et-la-securite-au-travail-en-ce-qui-concerne-les-trousses-de-naloxone-et-les-infractions/?lang=fr) - Le projet de loi 88, Loi de 2022 visant à œuvrer pour les travailleurs, a reçu la sanction royale le 11 avril 2022. Le projet de loi visait à modifier la Loi sur la santé et la sécurité au travail (« LSST ») de façon à obliger les employeurs à fournir des trousses de naloxone en milieu de travail et
- [Politique de vaccination contre la COVID‑19 prévoyant un congé non payé ou un congédiement pour non-conformité confirmée par l’arbitre comme raisonnable](https://ehlaw.ca/politique-de-vaccination-contre-la-covid‑19-prevoyant-un-conge-non-paye-ou-un-congediement-pour-non-conformite-confirmee-par-larbitre-comme-raisonnable/?lang=fr) - Dans Revera Inc. (Brierwood Gardens et al.) v. Christian Labour Association of Canada, 2022 CanLII 28657, l’arbitre Christopher White a examiné un grief de principe contestant le caractère raisonnable d’une politique de vaccination obligatoire contre la COVID‑19. Le 26 août 2021, Revera a annoncé une politique de vaccination obligatoire (la « Politique ») exigeant que les employés des foyers de soins de longue durée
- [L’Ontario réglemente la certification des pompiers](https://ehlaw.ca/lontario-reglemente-la-certification-des-pompiers/?lang=fr) - Le 14 avril 2022, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a déposé le Règl. de l’Ont. 343/22 : Certification des pompiers(le « Règlement ») en vertu de la Loi de 1997 sur la prévention et la protection contre l’incendie. Le Règlement établit des normes de certification minimales obligatoires pour les services de protection contre les incendies pour les pompiers dans une municipalité
- [De récentes modifications à la Loi de 2000 sur les normes d’emploi entraînent de nouvelles obligations pour les employeurs](https://ehlaw.ca/de-recentes-modifications-a-la-loi-de-2000-sur-les-normes-demploi-entrainent-de-nouvelles-obligations-pour-les-employeurs/?lang=fr) - Le projet de loi 27, Loi de 2021 visant à œuvrer pour les travailleurs, a reçu la sanction royale le 2 décembre 2021. Le projet de loi 27 comprenait diverses modifications à la Loi de 2000 sur les normes d’emploi (« LNE »), y compris l’obligation de mettre en place une politique écrite sur la déconnexion du travail d’ici le 2 juin 2022.
- [Effet du projet de loi 124 sur la parité salariale entre les hôpitaux<br>et les foyers municipaux pour personnes âgées](https://ehlaw.ca/effet-du-projet-de-loi-124-sur-la-parite-salariale-entre-les-hopitauxet-les-foyers-municipaux-pour-personnes-agees/?lang=fr) - Comme les employeurs municipaux le savent, le projet de loi 124, Loi visant à mettre en œuvre des mesures de modération concernant la rémunération dans le secteur public de l’Ontario (le « projet de loi 124 »), est entré en vigueur le 8 novembre 2019. Le projet de loi 124 vise à limiter les augmentations de la rémunération des employés de la
- [La Cour d’appel de l’Ontario confirme qu’un seul acte de harcèlement sexuel constitue un motif valable de congédiement, mais pas une inconduite délibérée en vertu de la Loi de 2000 sur les normes d’emploi](https://ehlaw.ca/la-cour-dappel-de-lontario-confirme-quun-seul-acte-de-harcelement-sexuel-constitue-un-motif-valable-de-congediement-mais-pas-une-inconduite-deliberee-en-vertu-de-la-loi-de/?lang=fr) - Dans la décision Render v. ThyssenKrupp Elevator (Canada) Limited, 2022 ONCA 310 (« Render »), la Cour d’appel a confirmé qu’un seul incident de harcèlement sexuel en milieu de travail peut constituer un motif valable de congédiement. Toutefois, elle a conclu que la même conduite ne constituait pas une inconduite délibérée en vertu de la Loi de 2000
- [Une arbitre confirme le congédiement d’un ambulancier paramédical pour malhonnêteté](https://ehlaw.ca/une-arbitre-confirme-le-congediement-dun-ambulancier-paramedical-pour-malhonnetete/?lang=fr) - Dans Cornwall (City) v Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 5734, 2022 CanLII 29360, J.D. Sharp, un associé du cabinet Emond Harnden, a défendu avec succès la Ville de Cornwall relativement à un grief déposé par un ambulancier paramédical que la Ville avait congédié en raison de son manque de franchise au sujet de divers aspects du
- [Ontario Court of Appeal Confirms Single Act of Sexual Harassment Constitutes Just Cause for Termination, but Not Wilful Misconduct under the Employment Standards Act, 2000](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-court-of-appeal-confirms-single-act-of-sexual-harassment-constitutes-just-cause-for-termination-but-not-wilful-misconduct-under-the-employment-standards-act-2000/) - In Render v. ThyssenKrupp Elevator (Canada) Limited, (2022 ONCA 310) (“Render”), the Court of Appeal confirmed that a single incident of workplace sexual harassment can constitute just cause for dismissal. However, the same conduct was found not to constitute wilful misconduct under the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”), meaning the employee was entitled to statutory
- [Arbitrator Upholds Termination of Paramedic for Dishonesty](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-upholds-termination-of-paramedic-for-dishonesty/) - In City of Cornwall v. Canadian Union of Public Employees and its Local 5734, 2022 CanLII 29360, J.D. Sharp, a partner at Emond Harnden LLP, successfully defended the City in a grievance by a paramedic who had been terminated for his lack of truthfulness in relation to various aspects of the transport of a traumatically
- [Bill 88, the Working for Workers Act, 2022, Amends the Occupational Health and Safety Act with Respect to Naloxone Kits, Offences](https://ehlaw.ca/bill-88-the-working-for-workers-act-2022-amends-the-occupational-health-and-safety-act-with-respect-to-naloxone-kits-offences/) - Bill 88, the Working for Workers Act, 2022, received Royal Assent on April 11, 2022. The Bill made amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Act (“OHSA”)to require an employer to provide and maintain naloxone kits. It also made important changes to OHSA with respect to offences under the legislation. Naloxone Kits Bill 88 amended
- [COVID-19 Vaccination Policy Providing for Unpaid Leave or Termination for Non-Compliance Upheld by Arbitrator as Reasonable](https://ehlaw.ca/covid-19-vaccination-policy-providing-for-unpaid-leave-or-termination-for-non-compliance-upheld-by-arbitrator-as-reasonable/) - In Revera Inc. (Brierwood Gardens et al.) v. Christian Labour Association of Canada, 2022 CanLII 28657, Arbitrator Christopher White considered a policy grievance challenging the reasonableness of a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. On August 26, 2021, Revera announced a mandatory vaccination policy (the “Policy”) requiring long-term care home and retirement home employees to be fully
- [Ontario Regulates Firefighter Certification](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-regulates-firefighter-certification/) - On April 14, 2022, the Ontario government filed O. Reg. 343/22: Firefighter Certification(the “Regulation”) under the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, 1997. The Regulation sets out mandatory minimum certification standards for fire protection services for firefighters in a municipality, or in a fire department in a territory without municipal organization. The Regulation comes into force
- [Recent Amendments to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 Mean New Obligations for Employers](https://ehlaw.ca/recent-amendments-to-the-employment-standards-act-2000-mean-new-obligations-for-employers/) - Bill 27, the Working for Workers Act, 2021, received Royal Assent on December 2, 2021. Bill 27 included various amendments to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”), including the obligation to put a written policy on disconnecting from work in place by June 2, 2022. Additionally, Bill 88, the Working for Workers Act, 2022, received
- [The Effect of Bill 124 on Wage Parity Between Hospitals and Municipal Homes for the Aged](https://ehlaw.ca/the-effect-of-bill-124-on-wage-parity-between-hospitals-and-municipal-homes-for-the-aged/) - As municipal employers know, Bill 124, the Protecting a Sustainable Public Sector for Future Generations Act (“Bill 124”), came into force on November 8, 2019. Bill 124 operates to limit compensation increases for employees of Ontario’s public service and the broader public sector, including hospitals and not-for-profit long-term care homes. Bill 124 does not apply
- [New rules expand flight cancellation refunds to circumstances outside airlines’ control](https://ehlaw.ca/new-rules-expand-flight-cancellation-refunds-to-circumstances-outside-airlines-control/) - TOP STORY New rules expand flight cancellation refunds to circumstances outside airlines’ control DECISIONS Appeal – Injunction – De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited v. Dias, 2022 ONCA 491 Injunction granted to stop illegal blockade of employer’s premises and prevent reoccurrence – Union appealed certain restrictions of injunction – issues between parties already settled
- [Nixed vaccine mandate to let hundreds of suspended airport employees back to work](https://ehlaw.ca/nixed-vaccine-mandate-to-let-hundreds-of-suspended-airport-employees-back-to-work/) - TOP STORY Nixed vaccine mandate to let hundreds of suspended airport employees back to work CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Modesto Executive Air Charter, Inc. c.o.b. Sky Trek Aviation – Order No. 2022-A-S-123 License no. 977118 Suspension – Dal Aviation Ltd. – Determination No. A-2022-78 License No. 972093 – suspension continued Suspension – Business Jet
- [Arbitrator Dismisses Union Grievance Regarding Decision Not to Fill Position After Employee’s Retirement](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-dismisses-union-grievance-regarding-decision-not-to-fill-position-after-employees-retirement/) - On May 17, 2022, Emond Harnden’s very own Sébastien Huard and Marianne Abou-Hamad successfully represented their client in a grievance arbitration involving the long-debated point of whether an employer is obligated to post a vacant position following the departure of an employee. In the matter of Brookfield Renewable Partners LP operating as Evolugen (Mississagi Power
- [Government Suspends Vaccine Mandates for Aviation Employers – So Now What?](https://ehlaw.ca/government-of-canada-suspends-vaccination-requirements-for-aviation-employers-so-now-what/) - On Tuesday, June 14, 2022, Transport Canada announced the suspension of vaccination requirements for domestic and outbound passengers and employees in the federally regulated transportation sectors, effective June 20, 2022. This announcement was followed by the release of Interim Order for Civil Aviation Respecting Requirements Related to Vaccination Due to COVID-19, No. 3, which includes
- [Government of Canada continues to work with airports and air carriers to reduce traveller wait times](https://ehlaw.ca/government-of-canada-continues-to-work-with-airports-and-air-carriers-to-reduce-traveller-wait-times/) - TOP STORY Government of Canada continues to work with airports and air carriers to reduce traveller wait times CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Les Placements AL-VI Inc. c.o.b. Aviation Fox/Fox Aviation – Determination No. A-2022-76 License nos. 000160 and 000161 Application – ALISCARGO AIRLINES S.p.A. – Determination No. A-2022-77 Application for license to operate a
- [Arbitrator Upholds University’s Decision to Terminate Financial Officer with Lengthy History of Performance Issues and Workplace Conflict](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-upholds-universitys-decision-to-terminate-financial-officer-with-lengthy-history-of-performance-issues-and-workplace-conflict/) - On May 17, 2022, Arbitrator Kathleen O’Neil released her decision in The Ontario Secondary Schools Teachers’ Federation, Local 35 and The University of Ottawa. The matter, which involved three separate grievances concerning the grievor’s discipline and discharge, saw Emond Harnden’s very own André Champagne successfully represent the University of Ottawa (the “Employer” or the “University”)
- [Flair Airlines can stay in the sky after regulator finds company 'is Canadian'](https://ehlaw.ca/flair-airlines-can-stay-in-the-sky-after-regulator-finds-company-is-canadian/) - TOP STORY Flair Airlines can stay in the sky after regulator finds company 'is Canadian' DECISIONS Grievance, onboard crew rest – Air Canada v. Canadian Union of Public Employees, Air Canada Component, 2022 CanLII 44761 (CA LA) Union grieves that on flights over 7 hours, the absence on TAP A330s of any place in
- [Canada Jetlines Receives Stage 2 Approval from Canadian Transportation Agency](https://ehlaw.ca/canada-jetlines-receives-stage-2-approval-from-canadian-transportation-agency/) - TOP STORY Canada Jetlines Receives Stage 2 Approval from Canadian Transportation Agency CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining Unit Order – Garda Security Screening Inc. – Order No. 11722-U Unifor – “all employees of Garda Security Screening Inc., located at Calgary International Airport, engaged in the security screening of passengers, non-passengers, and baggage, excluding supervisors and those
- [Voting Time: Employer Obligations on Election Day](https://ehlaw.ca/voting-time-employer-obligations-on-election-day/) - An Ontario provincial election will take place on June 2, 2022. Employers should be aware that, under the Ontario Election Act (the “Act”), they must provide employees with time off to serve or to vote at the election. Serving at Election All employees acting as returning officers or who have been appointed by a returning
- [Unions Launch Campaign Calling on Canadian Government to Secure Immediate Return of Wrongfully Imprisoned Canadians in the Dominican Republic](https://ehlaw.ca/unions-launch-campaign-calling-on-canadian-government-to-secure-immediate-return-of-wrongfully-imprisoned-canadians-in-the-dominican-republic/) - TOP STORY Unions Launch Campaign Calling on Canadian Government to Secure Immediate Return of Wrongfully Imprisoned Canadians in the Dominican Republic CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining Unit Order – S.P. Incorporated – Order No. 11721-U General Teamsters, Local Union No. 362 – “all employees of A.S.P. Incorporated working as leads/supervisors at the Calgary International Airport, excluding
- [Canada not ready to waive mandatory masking in flight: Transport Minister](https://ehlaw.ca/canada-not-ready-to-waive-mandatory-masking-in-flight-transport-minister/) - TOP STORY Canada not ready to waive mandatory masking in flight: Transport Minister CTA DECISIONS Suspension – GFK Flight Support, Inc. – Order No. 2022-A-S-86 License no. 990077 Review – Air Canada and Jazz Aviation – Determination No. A-2022-56 Review of proposed updated international tariff, further to the order in Determination A-2022-10, to allow
- [Reminder to Employers of Incoming June 2 Deadline for Written Policy on Disconnecting from Work](https://ehlaw.ca/reminder-to-employers-of-incoming-june-2-deadline-for-written-policy-on-disconnecting-from-work/) - As discussed in previous Focus Alerts, Bill 27, the Working for Workers Act, 2021, amended the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the “ESA”) to require covered employers to put in place a written policy on disconnecting from work. The initial deadline for employers to have a policy in place is June 2, 2022. The requirement applies
- [Federal Government Tables Amendments to Incoming Canada Labour Code Medical Leave with Pay Provisions](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-tables-amendments-to-incoming-canada-labour-code-medical-leave-with-pay-provisions/) - On December 17, 2021, Bill C-3, An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the Canada Labour Code (“Bill C-3”), received Royal Assent. As discussed in a previous Focus Alert, it provided workers covered by the Canada Labour Code (the “Code”) with up to 10 days of paid medical leave of absence in a calendar
- [ONCA Confirms Single Act of Sexual Harassment Met the Just Cause Standard for Termination of Employment for Long Service Employee](https://ehlaw.ca/onca-confirms-single-act-of-sexual-harassment-met-the-just-cause-standard-for-termination-of-employment-for-long-service-employee/) - A recent decision of the Ontario Court of Appeal confirms that even a single incident of workplace sexual harassment can constitute just cause for dismissal at common law. However, the conduct was not found to constitute wilful misconduct under the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”), highlighting the difference between the two legal standards. The decision
- [BorEHal Édition de mai 2022: Politique en matière de surveillance électronique: ce que vous devriez savoir](https://ehlaw.ca/borehal-edition-de-mai-2022-politique-en-matiere-de-surveillance-electronique-ce-que-vous-devriez-savoir/?lang=fr) - Le 11 avril dernier, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a adopté la Loi 88, soit la Loi de 2022 visant à oeuvrer pour les travailleurs, qui a mis en place certains changements législatifs favorables aux travailleurs. Notamment, la Loi 88 crée une nouvelle obligation pour les employeurs (ayant 25 employés ou plus) de mettre en œuvre
- [BorEHal Édition de Décembre 2021: Politiques de vaccination obligatoire pour la COVID-19 – sont-elles raisonnables pour VOTRE milieu de travail?](https://ehlaw.ca/borehal-edition-de-decembre-2021-politiques-de-vaccination-obligatoire-pour-la-covid-19-sont-elles-raisonnables-pour-votre-milieu-de-travail/?lang=fr) - Récemment, dans United Food and Commercial Workers Union, Canada, Local 333 and Paragon Protection Ltd., l’arbitre Von Veh a confirmé le caractère raisonnable d’une politique de vaccination obligatoire contre la COVID-19. Toutefois, dans une autre décision, l’arbitre Stout a plutôt conclu que la politique de vaccination obligatoire d’un autre employeur était déraisonnable. Bien que ces
- [BorEHal Édition de Février 2022: Loi 124: êtes-vous conformes?](https://ehlaw.ca/borehal-edition-de-fevrier-2022-loi-124-etes-vous-conformes/?lang=fr) - La Loi de 2019 visant à préserver la viabilité du secteur public pour les générations futures (communément appelée la « Loi 124 »), en vigueur depuis fin 2019, prévoit des mesures restrictives visant l’augmentation de la rémunération d’employés de certains employeurs du secteur public ainsi que d’ organismes à but non lucratif ayant reçu plus d’un million
- [BorEHal May 2022 Edition: Electronic Surveillance Policy – What You Should Know](https://ehlaw.ca/electronic-surveillance-policy-what-you-should-know/) - On April 11, 2022, the Ontario government passed Bill 88, Working for Workers Act, 2022, which introduced a number of worker-friendly legislative changes. One notable change is the new obligation for employers (with 25 or more employees) to implement a policy relating to the electronic monitoring of employees. Employers with 25 or more employees as
- [Is Flair Airlines Canadian enough? We’ll know on June 1](https://ehlaw.ca/is-flair-airlines-canadian-enough-well-know-on-june-1/) - TOP STORY Is Flair Airlines Canadian enough? We’ll know on June 1 CIRB DECISIONS Revocation of certification – Swissport Canada Inc. – Order No. 11716-UApplication for revocation of Unifor’s certification as bargaining agent for “all employees of Swissport Canada Inc., excluding office staff, ramp supervisors, station manager and those that are normally excluded by
- [Canadian flight crew held in Dominican Republic released on bail: airline](https://ehlaw.ca/canadian-flight-crew-held-in-dominican-republic-released-on-bail-airline/) - TOP STORY Canadian flight crew held in Dominican Republic released on bail: airline DECISIONS Appeal – class action certification – Sharifi v. WestJet Airlines Ltd., 2022 BCCA 149Appeal of order certifying proceeding in respect of “travel bank credits” as class action – appeal allowed and action dismissed – credits issued for cancelled flights, lost
- [B.C. court certifies former flight attendant’s class action against WestJet](https://ehlaw.ca/b-c-court-certifies-former-flight-attendants-class-action-against-westjet/) - TOP STORY B.C. court certifies former flight attendant’s class action against WestJet DECISIONS Appeal – class action certification – Lewis v. WestJet Airlines Ltd., 2022 BCCA 145Appellant claims WestJet breached employment contracts by failing to design, implement and maintain workplace program to combat harassment – application for certification as class action dismissed by certification
- [In Separate Decisions, Arbitrators Uphold Reasonableness of COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, Termination for Non-Compliance with Vaccination Directive](https://ehlaw.ca/in-separate-decisions-arbitrators-uphold-reasonableness-of-covid-19-vaccination-policy-termination-for-non-compliance-with-vaccination-directive/) - In March 2022, the Ontario Government ended several COVID-19-related public health measures, including mandatory mask requirements for most indoor settings, vaccine passports, and capacity limits for indoor public settings. In these circumstances, employers may be wondering whether COVID-19 vaccination policies that were prepared earlier in the pandemic will still be upheld. A recent Ontario arbitral
- [SCC Hears Case On Production Of On-Board Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) Following TSB Investigation](https://ehlaw.ca/scc-hears-case-on-production-of-on-board-cockpit-voice-recorder-cvr-following-tsb-investigation/) - TOP STORY SCC Hears Case On Production Of On-Board Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) Following TSB Investigation CTA DECISIONS Application – CAYMAN AIRWAYS LIMITED – Determination No. A-2022-43Application for license to operate a non scheduled international service to transport traffic on a charter basis between the Cayman Islands and Canada – license issued subject to
- [Canadian Air Transport Security Authority marks 20 years of safeguarding Canada's air transportation system](https://ehlaw.ca/canadian-air-transport-security-authority-marks-20-years-of-safeguarding-canadas-air-transportation-system/) - TOP STORY Canadian Air Transport Security Authority marks 20 years of safeguarding Canada's air transportation system CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining Unit Order – Samsic Assistance Canada Inc. – Order. No. 11707-UInternational Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers – “all employees of Samsic Assistance Canada Inc. providing wheelchair assistance to passengers at the Calgary International Airport,
- [BorEHal February 2022 Edition:  Bill 124 – Are You Compliant?](https://ehlaw.ca/february-2022-edition-bill-124-are-you-compliant/) - The Protecting a Sustainable Public Sector for Future Generations Act, 2019 (commonly known as “Bill 124”), in force since late November 2019, provides for restrictive measures applicable to compensation increases of employees employed by certain public sector employers and non-profit organizations that received more than $1 million in funding from the province in 2018. For
- [No compelling labour relations reasons to litigate grievance based on obsolete language: Arbitrator](https://ehlaw.ca/no-compelling-labour-relations-reasons-to-litigate-grievance-based-on-obsolete-language-arbitrator/) - TOP STORY No compelling labour relations reasons to litigate grievance based on obsolete language: Arbitrator Application to dismiss grievance, mootness – WestJet and ALPA (Conversion to Short Call Reserve), Re (CAN LA) Grievance related to scheduling of reserve pilots – Before grievance reached arbitration, new Canadian Aviation Flight and Duty Regulations prompted the parties to
- [Arbitrators apply context-specific approach and find mandatory vaccination policies to be reasonable](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrators-apply-context-specific-approach-and-find-mandatory-vaccination-policies-to-be-reasonable/) - Readers of Focus will be familiar with the recent and numerous arbitral challenges to employers’ mandatory vaccination policies. These cases show that arbitrators focus on the specific context and workplace circumstances in assessing the reasonableness of any such policy. This approach is continued in two of the most recent arbitral decisions in this evolving area:
- [Canadian airlines grapple with fallout from Russia's war on Ukraine](https://ehlaw.ca/canadian-airlines-grapple-with-fallout-from-russias-war-on-ukraine/) - TOP STORY Canadian airlines grapple with fallout from Russia's war on Ukraine CTA DECISIONS Suspension – White Cloud Charter LLC – Order No. 2022-A-S-18License No. 961027 Suspension – 926724 Ontario Ltd. c.o.b. President Air Charter – Determination No. A-2022-22License No. 962455 and 967190 – suspensions continued Suspension – Canadian Institute of Aviation Technology Inc.
- [Arbitrator upholds decision to place employees on unpaid administrative leave for non-compliance with government-mandated COVID-19 vaccination requirement](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-upholds-decision-to-place-employees-on-unpaid-administrative-leave-for-non-compliance-with-government-mandated-covid-19-vaccination-requirement/) - TOP STORY Arbitrator upholds decision to place employees on unpaid administrative leave for non-compliance with government-mandated COVID-19 vaccination requirement DECISIONS Grievance, vaccination mandate – United Steel, Paper and Forestry, Rubber, Manufacturing, Energy, Allied Industrial and Service Workers International Union, Local 5319 and Securitas Transport Aviation Security, 2022 CanLII 17888 (NS LA) Employer is CATSA
- [Canada’s Major Airlines Welcome Federal Government’s Decision to End Pre-Departure Testing for Fully Vaccinated Travellers](https://ehlaw.ca/canadas-major-airlines-welcome-federal-governments-decision-to-end-pre-departure-testing-for-fully-vaccinated-travellers/) - TOP STORY Canada’s Major Airlines Welcome Federal Government’s Decision to End Pre-Departure Testing for Fully Vaccinated Travellers CTA DECISIONS Application – Air Canada c.o.b. Air Canada rouge and Air Canada Cargo – Determination No. A-2022-29Application for extra-bilateral authority to permit it to operate three additional cargo flights per week from Canada to Ecuador –
- [Ministry of Health Announces Timeline for Lifting All Remaining Public Health Restrictions in Ontario](https://ehlaw.ca/ministry-of-health-announces-timeline-for-lifting-all-remaining-public-health-restrictions-in-ontario/) - Stating that the Omicron wave is finally receding, the government of Ontario began gradually easing its most recent mandatory COVID-19 public health and workplace safety measures at the end of January as part of a shift towards what the Province describes as a more balanced, long-term approach to pandemic management. In fact, as of March
- [Arbitrator Upholds Termination Imposed Following Non-Compliance with COVID-19 Vaccinate-or-Test Policy](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-upholds-termination-imposed-following-non-compliance-with-covid-19-vaccinate-or-test-policy/) - As arbitral decisions on COVID-19 vaccination policies continue to trickle out, providing employers with much needed guidance in respect of the reasonableness of such policies in the workplace, we would like to highlight a recent decision involving Emond Harnden’s very own Porter Heffernan as counsel. As will be detailed below, in Algoma Steel Inc. and
- [Ontario Government Introduces the Working for Workers Act, 2022  ](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-introduces-the-working-for-workers-act-2022/) - On February 28, 2022, the Ontario Government introduced Bill 88, the Working for Workers Act, 2022 (“Bill 88”) as part of its continued response to the recommendations contained in the Future of Work in Ontario, a report from the Ontario Workforce Advisory Committee. Although Bill 88 includes several proposed changes to workplace rules for provincially
- [Indigenous pilot training school loses entire fleet in airport fire](https://ehlaw.ca/indigenous-pilot-training-school-loses-entire-fleet-in-airport-fire/) - TOP STORY Indigenous pilot training school loses entire fleet in airport fire CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining Unit Order – Menzies Aviation (Canada) Ltd. – Order No. 11685-U All employees working at the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ) in Comox, British Columbia, excluding station supervisors and persons above the rank of station supervisor CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Crow
- [BorEHal December 2021 Edition: Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policies – are they reasonable for YOUR workplace?](https://ehlaw.ca/borehal-december-2021-edition-mandatory-covid-19-vaccination-policies-are-they-reasonable-for-your-workplace/) - Recently, in United Food and Commercial Workers Union, Canada, Local 333 and Paragon Protection Ltd., Arbitrator Von Veh found a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy to be reasonable. However, in another decision, Arbitrator Stout found that a different employer’s mandatory vaccination policy was unreasonable. While these arbitrators came to different conclusions, their decisions indicate that the
- [Update on the Requirement for a Policy on Disconnecting from Work under the Ontario ESA](https://ehlaw.ca/update-on-the-requirement-for-a-policy-on-disconnecting-from-work-under-the-ontario-esa/) - Bill 27, which received royal assent on December 2, 2021, amended the Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the “Act”) to create a requirement that employers with 25 or more employees in Ontario put in place a written policy on disconnecting from work. Our initial Focus Alert on the topic included particulars on the various deadlines
- [Aviation in the post-pandemic era: why now is the time for optimism](https://ehlaw.ca/aviation-in-the-post-pandemic-era-why-now-is-the-time-for-optimism/) - TOP STORY Aviation in the post-pandemic era: why now is the time for optimism CTA DECISIONS Consumer Complaint – Ron Van Paridon and Louise Van Paridon against Sunwing – Decision No. 16-C-A-2022 Complaint regarding scheduling irregularity – Purchased round-trip tickets from Calgary, Alberta to Varadero, Cuba – Outbound flight delayed by 6 hours and 9
- [“This is the calm before the storm”: Aviation expert weighs in on how new and expanded carriers will disrupt Canada’s airline industry](https://ehlaw.ca/this-is-the-calm-before-the-storm-aviation-expert-weighs-in-on-how-new-and-expanded-carriers-will-disrupt-canadas-airline-industry/) - TOP STORY “This is the calm before the storm”: Aviation expert weighs in on how new and expanded carriers will disrupt Canada’s airline industry DECISIONS Appeal, access to airport lands – Collingwood Aviation Partners Ltd. v. Winterland Airfield Holdings Ltd., 2022 ONCA 131 Appeal of application judge’s judgment granting declaration that applicant entitled to unimpeded
- [Judge rejects former Kelowna bride's proposed class action lawsuit over flight delays](https://ehlaw.ca/judge-rejects-former-kelowna-brides-proposed-class-action-lawsuit-over-flight-delays/) - TOP STORY Judge rejects former Kelowna bride's proposed class action lawsuit over flight delays DECISIONS Class action, flight delays – Spencer v. Transat A.T. Inc., 2022 BCSC 145 Certification application – Plaintiff alleged, amongst other things, that defendants fraudulently misrepresented non-stop flights between Kelowna and Cancun – Plaintiff sought to represent class of people
- [Ottawa close to removing pre-arrival COVID-19 test for fully vaccinated Canadian travellers: sources](https://ehlaw.ca/ottawa-close-to-removing-pre-arrival-covid-19-test-for-fully-vaccinated-canadian-travellers-sources/) - TOP STORY Ottawa close to removing pre-arrival COVID-19 test for fully vaccinated Canadian travellers: sources CTA DECISIONS Suspension – American Jet Charter, Inc. – Order. No. 2022-A-S-8 License No. 977102 Application – White Horse World Wife, LLC c.o.b. TAG GLOBAL – Determination No. A-2022-13 Application for license to operate a non scheduled international service
- [Ontario Government Announces Further Easing of COVID-19 Restrictions](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-announces-further-easing-of-covid-19-restrictions/) - As detailed in our earlier Focus Alert, on January 31, 2022, the government of Ontario began the gradual resumption of its reopening plans following the imposition of more stringent public health and workplace safety requirements in response to the highly transmissible Omicron variant. With the peak of the Omicron variant now seemingly behind us, the
- [Union refusing to pursue mandatory vaccination policy grievance did not violate duty of fair representation: CIRB](https://ehlaw.ca/union-refusing-to-pursue-mandatory-vaccination-policy-grievance-did-not-violate-duty-of-fair-representation-cirb-2/) - Regular Focus Alert readers will be aware of recent arbitral decisions where unions have challenged employers’ mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policies with varying degrees of success. However, what about the situation where a union refuses altogether to mount such a challenge in the face of demands from bargaining unit members? In a recent decision, the Canada
- [March 2, 2021 - A litigant's disclosure obligations supersede a school board’s privacy obligations](https://ehlaw.ca/march-2-2021-a-litigants-disclosure-obligations-supersede-a-school-boards-privacy-obligations/) - A litigant's disclosure obligations supersede a school board’s privacy obligations Gargari v. Toronto Catholic District Board School, 2020 ONSC 6903 Disclosure obligations in the context of litigation supersede a school board’s privacy obligations. HUMAN RIGHTS Chilliwack Teachers’ Association v. Neufeld, 2021 BCHRT 6 The British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal held that a school board
- [April 1, 2021 - Obligation to wear a mask at school may fall within the jurisdiction of the HRTO](https://ehlaw.ca/april-1-2021-obligation-to-wear-a-mask-at-school-may-fall-within-the-jurisdiction-of-the-hrto/) - Obligation to wear a mask at school may fall within the jurisdiction of the HRTO CL as represented by his Litigation Guardian KL v. Toronto District School Board, 2021 HRTO 159 An Application regarding the requirement to wear a mask at school falls within the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario’s jurisdiction when it relates to
- [September 3, 2021 - The Divisional Court unanimously agreed that constitutional rights of management employees do not provide a positive right to strike](https://ehlaw.ca/september-3-2021-the-divisional-court-unanimously-agreed-that-constitutional-rights-of-management-employees-do-not-provide-a-positive-right-to-strike/) - The Divisional Court unanimously agreed that constitutional rights of management employees do not provide a positive right to strike UFCW v. Aurora Cannabis Ontario’s principals’ and vice-principals’ associations intervened at the Divisional Court to argue that labour relations schemes must include an express right to strike. The four Ontario trustee associations (OPSBA, ACÉPO, AFOCSC, OCSTA)
- [May 5, 2021 - Remote work expense reimbursement policy: arbitrator held that the Board reasonably exercised its management rights](https://ehlaw.ca/may-5-2021-remote-work-expense-reimbursement-policy-arbitrator-held-that-the-board-reasonably-exercised-its-management-rights/) - Remote work expense reimbursement policy: arbitrator held that the Board reasonably exercised its management rights Toronto District School Board v. CUPE Local 4400, 2021 CanLII 27922 The arbitrator found that the school board’s Reimbursement Policy relating to expenses incurred due to remote working was not an unreasonable use of management rights under the Collective Agreement.
- [March 20, 2021 - Unions demand Trudeau government help for Canadian airlines](https://ehlaw.ca/march-20-2021-unions-demand-trudeau-government-help-for-canadian-airlines/) - TOP STORY Workers mark the one-year anniversary of federal inaction on aviation DECISIONS Small claims suit, lost baggage – Hulewicz v. Flair Airlines Ltd., 2021 BCCRT 287 Applicants sought damages under the Canada Transportation Act and Air Passenger Protection Regulations for lost bag and its contents, for approximately $2,500 in total – respondent airline
- [March 6, 2021 - Air Canada to offer refunds to passengers as part of potential bailout package](https://ehlaw.ca/march-6-2021-air-canada-to-offer-refunds-to-passengers-as-part-of-potential-bailout-package/) - TOP STORY Air Canada to offer refunds to passengers as part of potential bailout package CTA DECISIONS Application – FlexFlightApS – Determination No. A-2021-35 Application for a license to operate a non-scheduled international service to transport traffic on a charter basis between Denmark and Canada – license issued subject to conditions Application – Jeffco
- [March 13, 2021 - WestJet cancels orders for 15 Boeing 737 Max planes as industry struggles](https://ehlaw.ca/march-13-2021-westjet-cancels-orders-for-15-boeing-737-max-planes-as-industry-struggles/) - TOP STORY WestJet cancels orders for 15 Boeing 737 Max planes as industry struggles CTA DECISIONS Suspension – DHL Air Ltd. c.o.b. DHL Air – Determination No. A-2021-39 Application for license to operate a scheduled international service in accordance with the Agreement between the Government of Canada and the Government of the United Kingdom
- [March 27, 2021 - Canada’s WestJet restores routes as COVID-19 shots raise hope of summer travel](https://ehlaw.ca/march-27-2021-canadas-westjet-restores-routes-as-covid-19-shots-raise-hope-of-summer-travel/) - TOP STORY WestJet leads domestic recovery with the addition of 11 new routes CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Lawrence John Swanton & Christina Marian Swanton – Determination A-2021-46 License No. 110059 Accessible Transportation Complaint – Naima Iskander against Compagnie Nationale Royal Air Maroc regarding her disability-related needs – Determination No. 21-AT-A-2021 Application filed pursuant to
- [April 10, 2021 - Air Transat seeking $500 million in government aid](https://ehlaw.ca/april-10-2021-air-transat-seeking-500-million-in-government-aid/) - TOP STORY Air Transat seeking $500 million in government aid CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Cornerstone Aviation, LLC c.o.b. Skyline Flight – Order No. 2021-A-S-79 License No. 190028 Suspension – West Coast Air Ltd. c.o.b. Harbour Air – Determination No. A-2021-51 License No. 962204 Suspension – Linhas Aereas S.A. c.o.b. LATAM Airlines Brasil – Order
- [April 17, 2021 - TSB concludes interrupted checklist procedures led to Dryden runway excursion](https://ehlaw.ca/april-17-2021-tsb-concludes-interrupted-checklist-procedures-led-to-dryden-runway-excursion/) - TOP STORY Interrupted checklist procedures led to Dryden runway excursion Canada Labour Code Forward Regulatory Plan The issue of exemptions and modifications to the Hours of Work provisions under Part III of the Canada Labour Code is resurfacing, with the Labour Program planning to resume its consultation process. The regulations are set to be developed
- [April 24, 2021 - NAV CANADA confirms no site closures at air traffic control towers](https://ehlaw.ca/april-24-2021-nav-canada-confirms-no-site-closures-at-air-traffic-control-towers/) - TOP STORY NAV CANADA to continue ATC services CTA DECISIONS Application – Québec Aéronature c.o.b. Aéronature – Determination No. A-2021-57 Application for a license to operate a domestic service, small aircraft – license issued pursuant to section 61 of the Canada Transportation Act Cancellation – Air Saguenay (1980) Inc. c.o.b. Labrador Air Safari (1984)
- [May 1, 2021 - Alberta concerned Air Canada relief package may disadvantage WestJet](https://ehlaw.ca/may-1-2021-alberta-concerned-air-canada-relief-package-may-disadvantage-westjet/) - TOP STORY Alberta concerned Air Canada relief package may disadvantage WestJet CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Centre Pluridisciplinaire d’Aviation du Québec Inc. c.o.b. CPAQ.AERO – Determination No. A-2021-62 License No. 030124 Application – Axair Aviation Inc. – Determination No. A-2021-60 Application for a license to operate domestic service, small aircraft – license issued Application –
- [May 8, 2021 - Air Canada pleads with Trudeau for plan to ease travel rules](https://ehlaw.ca/may-8-2021-air-canada-pleads-with-trudeau-for-plan-to-ease-travel-rules/) - TOP STORY Air Canada pleads with Trudeau for plan to ease travel rules CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Wetaskiwin Air Services Ltd. c.o.b. Absolute Aviation – Determination No. A-2021-67 License Nos. 962590, 967610 Application – Caspri Ventures Inc. – Determination No. A-2021-69 Applicant applied for the Canadian Transportation Agency for a license to operate a
- [May 15, 2021 - Minister of Transport introduces new funding programs to support Canada’s airports](https://ehlaw.ca/may-15-2021-minister-of-transport-introduces-new-funding-programs-to-support-canadas-airports/) - TOP STORY Minister of Transport introduces new funding programs to support Canada’s airports CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Euroatlantic Airways-Transportes Aéreos, S.A. c.o.b. Euroatlantic Airways – Order No. 2021-A-S-114 License No. 000178 Cancellation – Unaalik Aviation (2004) Inc. c.o.b. Unaalik Air – Determination No. A-2021-72 License No. 080060 Suspension – Global Jet Austria GmbH –
- [May 22, 2021 - Canada’s largest airlines push Ottawa for vaccinated travellers](https://ehlaw.ca/may-22-2021-canadas-largest-airlines-push-ottawa-for-vaccinated-travellers/) - TOP STORY Canada’s largest airlines push Ottawa for vaccinated travellers CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Dreamline Aviation, LLC – Order No. 2021-A-S-128 License No. 100093 Application – Northern Edge Aviation (2014) Inc. – Determination No. A-2021-76 Application for license to operate a domestic service, small aircraft – applicant issued the license pursuant to section 61
- [May 29, 2021 - Airline carriers call for re-start plan](https://ehlaw.ca/may-29-2021-airline-carriers-call-for-re-start-plan/) - TOP STORY Airline carriers call for re-start plan DECISIONS Grievance – Air Canada v CUPE, Air Canada Component, 2021 CanLII 43613 (CA LA) Grievance for the number of sheets, blankets and pillowcases Air Canada is required to provide cabin crew on applicable flights – Company argued a long and consistent practice of providing one
- [June 5, 2021 - North American airlines push for restart of Canada – US transborder aviation market](https://ehlaw.ca/june-5-2021-north-american-airlines-push-for-restart-of-canada-us-transborder-aviation-market/) - TOP STORY North American airlines push for restart of Canada – US transborder aviation market CTA DECISIONS Application – ACADEMIE DE PILOTAGE INTERNATIONALE INC. c.o.b. INTERNATIONAL PILOT ACADEMY – Determination No. A-2021-81 Application for a license to operate a non-scheduled international service, small aircraft, to transport traffic on a charter basis between Canada any
- [June 12, 2021 - Transport Committee says Canada’s aircraft certification process needs to be ‘even more robust’](https://ehlaw.ca/june-12-2021-transport-committee-says-canadas-aircraft-certification-process-needs-to-be-even-more-robust/) - TOP STORY Transport Committee says Canada’s aircraft certification process needs to be ‘even more robust’ CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Seattle Seaplanes, LLC – Order No. 2021-A-S-148 License No. 967324 Suspension – 26 North Aviation Incorporated – Order No. 2021-A-S-149 License No. 110025 Application – Advanced Airborne Applicators Ltd. – Determination No. A-2021-83 Application for
- [June 19, 2021 - Canada-U.S. border restrictions to remain in place until at least July 21](https://ehlaw.ca/june-19-2021-canada-u-s-border-restrictions-to-remain-in-place-until-at-least-july-21/) - TOP STORY Canada-U.S. border restrictions extended until July 21 CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Uzbekistan Havo Yullary c.o.b. Uzbekistan Airways – Order No. 2021-A-S-152 License No. 010139 Suspension – 1949311 Ontario Ltd. c.o.b. Plumridge Air – Determination No. A-2021-88 License No. 170017 Application – ABS Jets, a.s. – Determination No. A-2021-89 Application for a license
- [July 3, 2021 - Air Canada wants $2.5 million passenger refund DOT fine dropped](https://ehlaw.ca/air-canada-wants-2-5-million-passenger-refund-dot-fine-dropped/) - TOP STORY Air Canada wants $2.5 million passenger refund DOT fine dropped DECISIONS Stay of proceeding – Leblanc c. Air Transat AT inc., 2021 QCCQ 4725 Stay of proceeding – Béland c. Compagnie Transat, 2021 QCCQ 4458 Claim for refund of plane tickets cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic - Defendant sought stay of proceeding
- [July 10, 2021 - Easing of border restrictions falls short, travel and tourism industry members say](https://ehlaw.ca/july-10-2021-easing-of-border-restrictions-falls-short-travel-and-tourism-industry-members-say/) - TOP STORY Easing of border restrictions falls short, travel and tourism industry members say CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining Unit Order - Autocar Préférence Ltd. – Order No. 11623-U Teamsters Québec, Local 106 – all drivers working from the Terrebonne office of Autocar Préférence Ltd., excluding the dispatcher, the directors and senior management Bargaining Unit Order
- [July 17, 2021 - Canada ready to invest up to $440 million in green aerospace projects, Trudeau says](https://ehlaw.ca/july-17-2021-canada-ready-to-invest-up-to-440-million-in-green-aerospace-projects-trudeau-says/) - TOP STORY Canada ready to invest up to $440 million in green aerospace projects, Trudeau says DECISIONS Application for Judicial Review – Lukács v. Canada (Transportation Agency), 2021 FCA 141 Dr. Gábor Lukács challenged a decision by Transport Canada purporting to allow Air Transat A.T. Inc. (Air Transat) to credit payments it made to
- [July 24, 2021 - Canada’s major airlines look forward to re-opening of border](https://ehlaw.ca/july-24-2021-canadas-major-airlines-look-forward-to-re-opening-of-border/) - TOP STORY Canada’s major airlines look forward to re-opening of border DECISIONS Application, delayed baggage – Maruf v. Air China Limited, 2021 BCCRT 796 Application for compensation for delayed baggage pursuant to the Montreal Convention – Civil Resolution Tribunal (CRT) concluded Air China responsible for delayed baggage, and liable for damages due to delay
- [July 31, 2021 - Pearson airport stops sorting passengers based on COVID-19 vaccination status](https://ehlaw.ca/july-31-2021-pearson-airport-stops-sorting-passengers-based-on-covid-19-vaccination-status/) - TOP STORY Pearson airport stops sorting passengers based on COVID-19 vaccination status DECISIONS Class action settlement, data breach – McLean v. Cathay Pacific Airways Limited, 2021 BCSC 1456 Plaintiff sued defendant for mismanaging personal information of the Class Members between 2014 to 2018, resulting in a data incident discovered in 2018 – defendant agreed
- [August 7, 2021 - Canada fines travellers for fake vaccination and testing papers](https://ehlaw.ca/august-7-2021-canada-fines-travellers-for-fake-vaccination-and-testing-papers/) - TOP STORY Canada fines travellers for fake vaccination and testing papers CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Interlaken Capital Aviation Services, Inc – Determination No. A-2021-122 License No. 970126 TC/TSB NEWS Airworthiness directives Deer Lake Regional Airport Authority is receiving $3.1 million from the federal government to maintain regional connectivity and jobs Government of Canada
- [August 14, 2021 - Federal Government to mandate vaccination for all federal public servants as well as air, rail and sea employees](https://ehlaw.ca/august-13-2021-federal-government-to-require-vaccinations-for-all-federal-public-servants-air-and-train-passengers/) - TOP STORY Federal Government to mandate vaccination for all federal public servants as well as air, rail and sea employees CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining Unit Order – Flair Airlines Ltd. – Order No. 11629-U Air Line Pilots Association, International – all pilots employed by Flair Airlines Ltd., excluding the Training and Standards Manager, the Chief
- [September 11, 2021 - WestJet will require all workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/september-11-2021-westjet-will-require-all-workers-to-be-fully-vaccinated-against-covid-19/) - TOP STORY WestJet will require all workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Cornwall Aviation (1979) Ltd. – Order No. 2021-A-18 License Nos. 962536, 967241 – licenses reinstated effective September 9, 2021 Application – Flair Airlines c.o.b. Flair Air – Determination No. A-2021-130 Suspension – Aero J.L. S.A. de C.V. c.o.b. Vitalis Air Ambulance – Order No. 2021-A-S-282 License
- [August 21, 2021 - Porter Airlines first Canadian airline to mandate COVID-19 testing or vaccination for all team members](https://ehlaw.ca/august-21-2021-porter-airlines-first-canadian-airline-to-mandate-covid-19-testing-or-vaccination-for-all-team-members/) - TOP STORY Porter Airlines first Canadian airline to mandate COVID-19 testing or vaccination for all team members CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining Unit Order – Global Aviation Services Inc. – Order No. 11632-U International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers – all ramp and lead agents providing ramp handling services, excluding passenger service and grooming, employed
- [August 28, 2021 - Air Canada requiring all employees, new hires to be vaccinated against COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/august-28-2021-air-canada-requiring-all-employees-new-hires-to-be-vaccinated-against-covid-19/) - TOP STORY Air Canada requiring all employees, new hires to be vaccinated against COVID-19 TC/TSB NEWS Airworthiness directives INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION NEWS CBAA-ACAA – Canada’s business aviation community welcomes border reopening announcement COPA – Brockton councillors ask that concrete block at airport be removed as ‘sign of positivity’ COPA – Federal assistance programs for
- [September 4, 2021 - Canada set to welcome fully vaccinated foreign travellers next week](https://ehlaw.ca/september-4-2021-canada-set-to-welcome-fully-vaccinated-foreign-travellers-next-week/) - TOP STORY Canada set to welcome fully vaccinated foreign travellers next week CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Valley Med Flight Inc. – Order No. 2021-A-S-274 License No. 130069 Suspension – PacJet, Inc. – Order No. 2021-A-S-276 License No. 200018 Suspension – EagleMed LLC c.o.b. AeroCare, Air Evac Lifeteam – Order No. 2021-A-S-277 License No. 120058
- [September 18, 2021 - When will international air travel soar again after COVID-19?](https://ehlaw.ca/september-18-2021-when-will-international-air-travel-soar-again-after-covid-19/) - TOP STORY When will international air travel soar again after COVID-19? CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining Unit Order – Cargojet Airways Ltd. – Order No. 11640-U All pilots employed by Cargojet Airways Ltd., excluding managers training and standards, the assistant chief pilots and those above the risk of assistant chief pilot CTA DECISIONS Application – Aurore
- [September 25, 2021 - Lessons Learnt for Airports from 9/11: A Comparison of Aviation Security and Health Crisis Response](https://ehlaw.ca/september-25-2021-lessons-learnt-for-airports-from-9-11-a-comparison-of-aviation-security-and-health-crisis-response/) - TOP STORY Lessons Learnt for Airports from 9/11: A Comparison of Aviation Security and Health Crisis Response CTA DECISIONS Application – EW Discover GmbH – Determination No. A-2021-139 Application to operate scheduled international services in accordance with the Agreement on Air Transport between Canada and the European Community and its Member States, signed on
- [October 2, 2021 - Pandemic-fuelled rise in passenger bad behaviour taking toll on flight attendants](https://ehlaw.ca/october-2-2021-pandemic-fuelled-rise-in-passenger-bad-behaviour-taking-toll-on-flight-attendants/) - TOP STORY Pandemic-fuelled rise in passenger bad behaviour taking toll on flight attendants CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Air Charter Service, Inc – Determination No. 2021-A-S-293 License No. 010004 Suspension – Tantalus Air Ltd. c.o.b. Harbour Air, Harbour Air Seaplanes – Determination No. A-2021-141 License No. 180016 Suspension – Tantalus Air Ltd. c.o.b. Harbour Air,
- [October 9, 2021 - Federal public servants, RCMP and air and rail travellers must be vaccinated by month’s end, Trudeau says](https://ehlaw.ca/october-9-2021-federal-public-servants-rcmp-and-air-and-rail-travellers-must-be-vaccinated-by-months-end-trudeau-says/) - TOP STORY Federal public servants, RCMP and air and rail travellers must be vaccinated by month’s end, Trudeau says CTA DECISIONS Application – Taiga Air Services Limited – Determination No. A-2021-148 Application for a license to operate a non-scheduled international service, small aircraft, to transport traffic on a charter basis between Canada and any
- [October 16, 2021 - CTA: Accessible transportation requirements exemption rejected](https://ehlaw.ca/october-16-2021-cta-accessible-transportation-requirements-exemption-rejected/) - TOP STORY CTA: Accessible transportation requirements exemption rejected CIRB DECISIONS Grievance – Uniforms – American Airlines, Inc. v United Steel, Paper and Forestry, Rubber, Manufacturing, Energy, Allied Industrial and Service Workers International Union (United Steelworkers), 2021 CanLII 88124Grievance related to roll-out of new uniforms where Customer Service employees were issued an initial allotment of
- [October 23, 2021 - Arbitrator: Air Canada pilots can’t fly past the age of 65](https://ehlaw.ca/october-23-2021-arbitrator-air-canada-pilots-cant-fly-past-the-age-of-65/) - TOP STORY Arbitrator: Air Canada pilots can’t fly past the age of 65 CTA DECISIONS Application – Tyrolean Jet Services GmbH c.o.b. Tyrolean – Determination No. A-2021-157 License No. 090109 Application – Türk Hava Yollari Anonim Ortakligi (Turkish Airlines Inc.) carrying on business as Turkish Airlines and Turkish Cargo (Turkish Airlines) – Determination No.
- [Transport Canada: COVID Policy Requirements for Industry, Travellers](https://ehlaw.ca/transport-canada-covid-policy-requirements-for-industry-travellers/) - TOP STORY Interim Order Respecting Certain Requirements for Civil Aviation Due to COVID-19, No. 43 CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Sharkey’s Helicopters, Inc – Determination No. A-2021-159 License No. 020011 Suspension – Executive Air Craft Ltd. – Determination No. A-2021-160 License Nos. 090086, 090085 Suspension – Dominion Aviation Services, Inc – Order No. 2021-A-S-333 License
- [Air Canada suspends more than 800 unvaccinated workers under new federal rules](https://ehlaw.ca/transport-canada-covid-policy-requirements-for-industry-travellers-2/) - TOP STORY Air Canada suspends more than 800 unvaccinated workers under new federal rules DECISIONS Judicial review, Human Rights – Zoghbi v. Air Canada, 2021 FC 1154 Applicant sought judicial review of dismissal of human rights complaint by the Canadian Human Rights Commission (“CHRC”) – CHRC held that complaint was frivolous, because even if
- [Perfect storm: the looming pilot shortage](https://ehlaw.ca/perfect-storm-the-looming-pilot-shortage/) - TOP STORY Perfect storm: the looming pilot shortage CTA DECISIONS Application– Scanwings Oy – Determination No. A-2021-164 Application for a license to operate a non-scheduled international service to transport traffic on a charter basis between Finland and Canada – Agency issued license subject to conditions Suspension – Jet Time A/S – Determination No. A-2021-163
- [Canada launches helicopter rescue mission for hundreds buried in their cars in ‘harrowing’ landslides](https://ehlaw.ca/perfect-storm-the-looming-pilot-shortage-2/) - TOP STORY Canada launches helicopter rescue mission for hundreds buried in their cars in ‘harrowing’ landslides CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining Unit Order – Aéroport de Québec Inc. – Order No. 11650-U All employees of Aéroport de Québec Inc., excluding the president and chief executive officer, vice-presidents, the compliance and real estate secretary, directors, the payroll
- [Air transport industry gathers in person for ATAC 2021, ‘ready to go’](https://ehlaw.ca/air-transport-industry-gathers-in-person-for-atac-2021-ready-to-go/) - TOP STORY Air transport industry gathers in person for ATAC 2021, ‘ready to go’ CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining Unit Order – Skylink Express Inc. – Order No. 11653-U All pilots employed by Skylink Express Inc., excluding managers, the chief pilot and persons above the rank of chief pilot CTA DECISIONS Application – – Avcon Jet
- [Transport Canada: Fatigue management regs won’t be delayed](https://ehlaw.ca/transport-canada-fatigue-management-regs-wont-be-delayed/) - TOP STORY Transport Canada: Fatigue management regs won’t be delayed CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Watson’s Skyways Ltd. – Order No. 2021-A-S-383 License Nos. 000058, 000059 Suspension – BAM Denton Management Ventures, LLC c.o.b. Business Air Management – Order No. 2021-A-S-384 License No. 050076 Suspension – Tiffin Aire, Inc. – Order No. 2021-A-S-387 License No.
- [When Safety Cultures Stumble](https://ehlaw.ca/when-safety-cultures-stumble/) - TOP STORY When Safety Cultures Stumble CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Aero National, Inc. – Order No. 2021-A-S-388 License No. 080115 TC/TSB NEWS Airworthiness directives INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION NEWS COPA – Aeronyx: Developing regional commercial drone delivery COPA – Helijet, Blade partnership to develop Electric Vertical Aircraft network in BC COPA – Local businessman part of
- [Arbitrator rules “zero-tolerance” cannabis policy for safety sensitive positions is discriminatory – employer must try to accommodate](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-rules-zero-tolerance-cannabis-policy-for-safety-sensitive-positions-is-discriminatory-employer-must-try-to-accommodate-2/) - TOP STORY Arbitrator rules “zero-tolerance” cannabis policy for safety sensitive positions is discriminatory – employer must try to accommodate CIRB DECISIONS Amendment to certification – Jazz Aviation LP - Order No. 11659-U ALPA and employer applied for amendment to union certificate in order to reflect the current names of the parties and bargaining unit
- [Canada’s flight attendants call on feds to make flying safer amid omicron surge](https://ehlaw.ca/canadas-flight-attendants-call-on-feds-to-make-flying-safer-amid-omicron-surge/) - TOP STORY Canada’s flight attendants call on feds to make flying safer amid omicron surge CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining Unit Order – Menzies Aviation (Canada) Ltd. – Order No. 11670-U All employees of Menzies Aviation (Canada) Ltd. employed in Cargo Operations at the Lester B. Pearson International Airport in the province of Ontario, excluding supervisors
- [Air Canada, WestJet and Pearson urge end of mandatory COVID-19 testing at airports](https://ehlaw.ca/air-canada-westjet-and-pearson-urge-end-of-mandatory-covid-19-testing-at-airports/) - TOP STORY Air Canada, WestJet and Pearson urge end of mandatory COVID-19 testing at airports DECISIONS Workers' compensation – Brown Bros. Motor Lease Canada Ltd. v. Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal, 2022 BCCA 20 Appeal from order dismissing petition for judicial review of decision of the Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal – Tribunal determined respondents, non-resident
- [StatCan report confirms the horror story that was commercial aviation in 2020](https://ehlaw.ca/statcan-report-confirms-the-horror-story-that-was-commercial-aviation-in-2020/) - TOP STORY StatCan report confirms the horror story that was commercial aviation in 2020 DECISIONS Class action, baggage fees – Trotman v. WestJet Airlines Ltd., 2022 BCCA 22 Plaintiff alleged that WestJet represented in published tariffs that first checked bag would be free, but charged passengers anyways – plaintiff’s claims based in contract law, unjust
- [Update on Arbitral Challenges to Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policies](https://ehlaw.ca/update-on-arbitral-challenges-to-mandatory-covid-19-vaccination-policies/) - Since late 2021, several arbitral awards have addressed a union’s challenge to an employer’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy through the grievance and arbitration process. Focus Alert readers will recall our past articles discussing these cases, including Paragon Protection Ltd., Electrical Safety Authority and Bunge Hamilton Canada. In particular, readers will recall that throughout these awards,
- [Arbitrator upholds dismissal of teacher who sent sexually explicit emails to students](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-upholds-dismissal-of-teacher-who-sent-sexually-explicit-emails-to-students/) - In a recent case, an arbitrator has upheld the termination of a Catholic high school teacher who admitted to sending 11 sexually explicit emails to two male students, aged 15 and 17. These emails were shared with other students, including a 13 year-old boy. The termination was upheld even though the grievor had 12 years
- [April 18, 2020 - Emond Harnden releases COVID-19 Guide for Aviation-Industry Employers](https://ehlaw.ca/april-18-2020-emond-harnden-releases-covid-19-guide-for-aviation-industry-employers/) - TOP STORY Emond Harnden releases COVID-19 Guide for Aviation-Industry Employers COVID-19 UPDATES Emond Harnden writes letter to federal government: temporary layoffs – Read letter In our view, and given the unprecedented crisis facing the country’s workplaces and economy, the Federal Government ought to act to temporarily lengthen or suspend the three-month layoff window and the requirements
- [Ontario Government Resumes Reopening Plans Following Omicron Setback](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-resumes-reopening-plans-following-omicron-setback/) - In an effort to slow the spread of the highly transmissible Omicron variant, the province of Ontario has been subject to the more stringent public health and workplace safety requirements of the modified Step 2 of its Roadmap to Reopen since early January. In the absence of concerning trends in public health and health care
- [Comment Period Open on Proposed Federal Hours of Work Regulations for Air and Rail Transportation, Banking, and Telecommunications and Broadcasting Sectors](https://ehlaw.ca/comment-period-open-on-proposed-federal-hours-of-work-regulations-for-air-and-rail-transportation-banking-and-telecommunications-and-broadcasting-sectors/) - Focus readers may recall the federal government’s amendment of the Canada Labour Code with respect to hours of work. The amendments addressed issues such as breaks, rest periods in between shifts or work periods, and the requisite notice to an employee regarding their work schedule or a shift change. As discussed in a previous Focus
- [Federal Government Passes Legislation Providing for Ten Days of Paid Sick Leave for Federally Regulated Workers, and Criminal Code Protections for Health Care Workers](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-passes-legislation-providing-for-ten-days-of-paid-sick-leave-for-federally-regulated-workers-and-criminal-code-protections-for-health-care-workers/) - Bill C-3, An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the Canada Labour Code, received Royal Assent on December 17, 2021. The Bill provides workers covered by the Canada Labour Code with up to 10 days of paid medical leave of absence in a calendar year, as well as eight (8) weeks of bereavement leave
- [Ontario’s Not-for-Profit Corporations Act, 2010 Now in Force](https://ehlaw.ca/ontarios-not-for-profit-corporations-act-2010-now-in-force/) - On October 19, 2021, the Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporations Act, 2010 (the “Act”) came into force. There is a three-year transition period from October 19, 2021 for not-for-profit corporations to make required changes to their governing documents. Application The Act does not apply to the following: Insurance corporations under Part V of the Corporations Act; Corporations without share
- [Arbitrator Upholds Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy Issued in Response to Transport Canada Directions](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-upholds-mandatory-covid-19-vaccination-policy-issued-in-response-to-transport-canada-directions/) - Focus Alert readers will recall that, as evidenced by the opposing conclusions reached in two recent arbitration decisions involving provincially-regulated employers, the determination of whether or not a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy is reasonable will be highly fact-specific and context-specific to an employer’s particular workplace and circumstances. In what appears to be one of the
- [Omicron Throws a Wrench in Ontario Government’s Reopening Plans](https://ehlaw.ca/omicron-throws-a-wrench-in-ontario-governments-reopening-plans/) - Focus readers will recall that it was just over two months ago that the Ontario government announced its tentative long-term reopening plans. Since that time, however, the COVID-19 landscape has changed enormously within the province. In particular, the new Omicron variant, though seemingly much less likely to cause a severe case of COVID-19 than previous
- [Following Royal Assent for Bill 27, Ontario Workforce Recovery Advisory Committee Releases Report on The Future of Work in Ontario](https://ehlaw.ca/following-royal-assent-for-bill-27-ontario-workforce-recovery-advisory-committee-releases-report-on-the-future-of-work-in-ontario/) - On December 9, 2021, the Ontario government announced the release of The Future of Work in Ontario, the report from the Ontario Workforce Recovery Advisory Committee (the “Committee”). The Committee was announced in June 2021 with a mandate to provide recommendations in the following areas: Economic recovery: How do we make Ontario the top destination
- [City’s Duty to Accommodate Met When It Provided Pregnant Firefighter with Duties Outside Own Position](https://ehlaw.ca/suppression-firefighter-who-was-unable-to-carry-out-interior-firefighting-duties-he-determined-that-the-city-was-not-obligated-to-accommodate-the-employee-in-her-own-position-because-her-limitations/) - In a recent case between the City of Ottawa and the Ottawa Professional Fire Fighters Association, Arbitrator Burkett considered the scope of the City’s duty to accommodate a pregnant suppression firefighter who was unable to carry out interior firefighting duties. He determined that the City was not obligated to accommodate the employee in her own
- [Arbitrator rules “zero-tolerance” cannabis policy for safety-sensitive positions is discriminatory – employer must try to accommodate](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-rules-zero-tolerance-cannabis-policy-for-safety-sensitive-positions-is-discriminatory-employer-must-try-to-accommodate/) - Following the legalization of cannabis, many employers operating safety-sensitive workplaces have reviewed and considered their alcohol and drug policies. The recent arbitration decision in Ornge Air v Office and Professional Employees International Union (December 7, 2021) provides valuable guidance for such employers. The decision considered a “zero-tolerance” policy for cannabis use by employees in safety-sensitive
- [The Government of Canada Will Propose Regulations Mandating COVID-19 Vaccination in All Federally Regulated Workplaces](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-extending-paid-infectious-disease-emergency-leave-and-temporary-layoff-exemption-to-july-2022/) - On December 7, 2021, the federal government announced that employees in all federally regulated workplaces will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19. This requirement builds on the government’s October 6, 2021 announcement regarding mandatory vaccination requirements for the core public administration, and employees and travellers in the federally regulated air, rail, and marine transportation
- [Ontario Arbitrators come to different conclusions with respect to whether mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policies were reasonable](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-arbitrators-come-to-different-conclusions-with-respect-to-whether-mandatory-covid-19-vaccination-policies-were-reasonable/) - Recently, two Arbitrators came to different conclusions with respect to whether mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policies were reasonable. In the first arbitral award rendered on November 9, 2021 (United Food and Commercial Workers Union, Canada, Local 333 and Paragon Protection Ltd.), Arbitrator Von Veh dismissed the union’s grievance and upheld the mandatory vaccination policy implemented by
- [Supreme Court Denies Leave to Appeal a Court of Appeal Decision Regarding Use of “Proxy” Male Job Classes for Pay Equity Maintenance](https://ehlaw.ca/supreme-court-denies-leave-to-appeal-a-court-of-appeal-decision-regarding-use-of-proxy-male-job-classes-for-pay-equity-maintenance/) - In a previous Focus Alert, we reported that the Court of Appeal for Ontario released a decision in March 2021 indicating that predominantly female workplaces with no direct male comparators were required to continue to use comparisons to other “proxy” workplaces for pay equity maintenance purposes. On October 14, 2021, the Supreme Court of Canada
- [Injunction Denied for Unvaccinated Hospital Employees Seeking to Preserve Employment Despite Mandatory Vaccination Policy](https://ehlaw.ca/injunction-denied-for-unvaccinated-hospital-employees-seeking-to-preserve-employment-despite-mandatory-vaccination-policy/) - The Ontario Superior Court of Justice has denied an injunction to a group of unvaccinated University Health Network (“UHN”) employees seeking to preserve their employment status despite the provisions of a mandatory vaccination policy (the “Policy”) providing for the termination of unvaccinated employees. The Interim Injunction A group of six UHN employees issued a Notice
- [Ontario Government Plans to Lift COVID-19 Public Health and Workplace Safety Measures by March 2022](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-plans-to-lift-covid-19-public-health-and-workplace-safety-measures-by-march-2022/) - On October 22, 2021, the Ontario government announced its long-term reopening plans with respect to COVID-19. In consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health (CMOH), the Ontario government outlined milestone dates for the lifting of public health and workplace safety measures. The last milestone is the lifting of all restrictions, including wearing face coverings
- [Supreme Court Upholds Labour Arbitrators' Exclusive Jurisdiction to Hear Human Rights Complaints Arising from Collective Agreements](https://ehlaw.ca/supreme-court-upholds-labour-arbitrators-exclusive-jurisdiction-to-hear-human-rights-complaints-arising-from-collective-agreements/) - Can a unionized employee file a complaint before the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario for disputes arising from the interpretation, administration, or alleged violation of a collective agreement? This question has been heavily debated amongst employers, unions, and the legal community. On October 22, 2021, the Supreme Court of Canada issued its decision in Northern
- [Ontario Government Tables Bill 27, the Working for Workers Act, 2021](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-tables-bill-27-the-working-for-workers-act-2021/) - On October 25, 2021, the Ontario government tabled Bill 27, the Working for Workers Act, 2021, which passed First Reading the same day. The Bill contains numerous legislative amendments that will impact the workplace. The changes are summarized in the Ontario government’s news release and backgrounder, and discussed in greater detail below. The government indicated
- [Ontario Government Releases Digital Vaccination Certificate App and QR Code System](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-releases-digital-vaccination-certificate-app-and-qr-code-system/) - Focus readers will recall that the Ontario government previously announced that proof of vaccination would be required in order for individuals to access select settings and businesses. The government has now released an “enhanced” vaccine certificate with a QR code for individuals and the QR code verification app for businesses in support of the proof
- [Government Clarifies Employment Insurance Information Relating to Employee Refusal of Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination](https://ehlaw.ca/government-clarifies-employment-insurance-information-relating-to-employee-refusal-of-mandatory-covid-19-vaccination/) - On October 15, 2021, the federal government updated its Employment Insurance (EI) information relating to circumstances in which an employee does not work because of their refusal to comply with the employer’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. The government’s EI regular benefits: Do you qualify resource states that “in most cases, if you lose or quit
- [Ontario Divisional Court Refuses Ontario Nurses’ Association’s Request to Amend Chief Medical Officer of Health Directives](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-divisional-court-refuses-ontario-nurses-associations-request-to-amend-chief-medical-officer-of-health-directives/) - In Ontario Nurses’ Assn. v. Chief Medical Officer of Health (Ontario), 2021 ONSC 5999, the Ontario Nurses’ Association (“ONA”) sought an order requiring the Chief Medical Officer of Health (“CMOH”) to amend provisions of two CMOH Directives issued under the Health Protection and Promotion Act (“HPPA”), or alternatively, for the Directives to be quashed. For
- [Federal Government Announces Mandatory Vaccine Requirement for Federal Workforce and Federally Regulated Transportation Employees and Travellers](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-announces-mandatory-vaccine-requirement-for-federal-workforce-and-federally-regulated-transportation-employees-and-travellers/) - On October 6, 2021, the federal government announced mandatory vaccination requirements for the federal workforce and for federally regulated transportation employees and travellers. Mandatory Vaccination for the Federal Workforce Covered Individuals The new mandatory vaccination requirements will apply to federal public servants in the core public administration, including members and reservists in the Royal Canadian
- [Ontario Government Mandating Vaccinations for Long-Term Care Home Staff](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-mandating-vaccinations-for-long-term-care-home-staff/) - On October 1, 2021, the Ontario government announced that COVID-19 vaccinations will be mandatory for all in-home staff, support workers, students and volunteers by November 15, 2021. Updated Requirements As discussed in an earlier Focus Alert, the Ontario government had previously required long-term care homes to have immunization policies in place for staff, student placements,
- [Le gouvernement de l’Ontario prolonge la « période de la COVID-19 » du congé spécial en raison d’une maladie infectieuse prévu par la Loi sur les normes d’emploi jusqu’au 1er janvier 2022](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-extends-the-covid-19-period-under-the-employment-standards-acts-infectious-disease-emergency-leave-to-september-25-2021/) - Comme nous l’avons expliqué dans une alerte Au Point au début de la pandémie, le Règlement de l’Ontario 228/20 – Congé spécial en raison d’une maladie infectieuse (le « Règlement CSRMI »), offre aux employeurs touchés par la COVID-19 un allègement temporaire des dispositions de la Loi de 2000 sur les normes d’emploi (la « LNE ») concernant les mises à
- [Ontario Human Rights Commission Releases Policy Statement on COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates and Proof of Vaccine Certificates](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-human-rights-commission-releases-policy-statement-on-covid-19-vaccine-mandates-and-proof-of-vaccine-certificates/) - On September 22, 2021, the Ontario Human Rights Commission (the “Commission”) released a policy statement on COVID-19 vaccine mandates and proof of vaccine certificates (the “Policy Statement”). We have discussed vaccine mandates for certain sectors and the requirement to provide proof vaccination to access certain businesses and settings in previous Focus Alerts. Permissibility of Vaccination
- [Ontario Government Extends the “COVID-19 Period” under the Employment Standards Act’s Infectious Disease Emergency Leave to January 1, 2022](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-extends-the-covid-19-period-under-the-employment-standards-acts-infectious-disease-emergency-leave-to-january-1-2022/) - As first discussed in a Focus Alert from early in the pandemic, Ontario Regulation 228/20, the Infectious Disease Emergency Leave (IDEL) regulation (the “IDEL Regulation”), provides employers who have been impacted by COVID-19 with temporary relief regarding temporary layoff and constructive dismissal rules under the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA). Changes to the IDEL Regulation
- [Ontario Government Creates Process for Workplace Safety and Insurance Board to Collect Overpayments for Infectious Disease Emergency Leave](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-creates-process-for-workplace-safety-and-insurance-board-to-collect-overpayments-for-infectious-disease-emergency-leave/) - As discussed in a previous Focus Alert, employees needing to take leave for specified reasons relating to COVID-19 may be entitled to Infectious Disease Emergency Leave (IDEL), which provides for up to three paid calendar days of leave, with a maximum payment of $200 per day. The COVID-19 Worker Income Protection Benefit, administered by the
- [Chief Medical Officer of Health Issues COVID-19 Vaccination Policy Instructions for Select Sectors](https://ehlaw.ca/chief-medical-officer-of-health-issues-covid-19-vaccination-policy-instructions-for-select-sectors/) - As discussed in a previous Focus Alert, on August 24, 2021, the Ontario government filed a regulation requiring businesses and organizations to operate in compliance with any advice, recommendations and instructions issued by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health (CMOH): requiring the business or organization to establish, implement and ensure compliance with
- [Ottawa Public Health Releases Workplace Vaccination Policy Guide](https://ehlaw.ca/ottawa-public-health-releases-workplace-vaccination-policy-guide/) - On September 2, 2021, Ottawa Public Health (OPH) announced the release of A Guide on How to Create a Workplace Vaccination Policy (the “Guide”), revised on September 13, 2021. There have been recent and rapid developments regarding mandatory vaccination policies in particular sectors. The Ontario government also recently announced a mandatory vaccination requirement for people
- [Ontario Government Releases Regulations and Guidance in Support of Proof of Vaccination Requirement](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-releases-regulations-and-guidance-in-support-of-proof-of-vaccination-requirement/) - Readers of Focus will recall that on September 1, 2021, the Ontario government announced that individuals will need to be fully vaccinated and provide proof of their vaccination status in order to access select settings and businesses effective September 22, 2021. On September 14, 2021, the Ontario government filed Regulation 645/21 (the “Regulation”) amending the
- [Time Off for Voting: Employer Obligations on Election Day](https://ehlaw.ca/time-off-for-voting-employer-obligations-on-election-day/) - The federal election has been called for Monday, September 20, 2021. Employers should be aware that, under the Canada Elections Act (the “Act”), they must provide employees with time off to vote. Three Consecutive Hours to Vote All employees who are Canadian citizens and 18 years of age or older are entitled to have
- [Temps alloué pour aller voter : obligation de l’employeur le jour du scrutin](https://ehlaw.ca/time-off-for-voting-employer-obligations-on-election-day/) - Une élection fédérale générale aura lieu le lundi 20 septembre 2021. Les employeurs devraient être au courant du fait qu’en vertu de la Loi électorale du Canada (la « Loi »), ils doivent accorder à leurs employés une période de temps payé pour aller voter. Trois heures consécutives pour aller voter Tous les employés qui sont citoyens
- [le 3 septembre 2021 - La Cour divisionnaire a unanimement confirmé que les droits constitutionnels des employés cadres ne prévoient pas un droit positif de grève](https://ehlaw.ca/september-3-2021-the-divisional-court-unanimously-agreed-that-constitutional-rights-of-management-employees-do-not-provide-a-positive-right-to-strike/) - La Cour divisionnaire a unanimement confirmé que les droits constitutionnels des employés cadres ne prévoient pas un droit positif de grève UFCW c Aurora Cannabis Les associations des directions et directions adjointes de l’Ontario sont intervenues à la Cour divisionnaire pour faire valoir que les régimes de relations de travail doivent inclure un droit de
- [L’Ontario annonce l’obligation de fournir une preuve de vaccination dans certains établissements](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-announces-proof-of-vaccination-requirement-for-select-settings/) - Le 1er septembre 2021, le gouvernement de l’Ontario, en consultation avec le médecin-hygiéniste en chef (MHC), a annoncé que les personnes devront être entièrement vaccinées et fournir une preuve de vaccination pour avoir accès à certaines entreprises et certains lieux à compter du 22 septembre 2021. Par « entièrement vacciné », on entend deux doses du vaccin
- [Ontario Announces Proof of Vaccination Requirement for Select Settings](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-announces-proof-of-vaccination-requirement-for-select-settings/) - On September 1, 2021, the Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health (“CMOH”), announced that individuals will have to be fully vaccinated and provide proof of their vaccination status in order to access select settings and businesses effective September 22, 2021. “Fully vaccinated” is defined as two doses plus 14 days.
- [Nouvel amendement en Ontario oblige les employeurs à se conformer aux directives du médecin-hygiéniste en chef en matière de politiques de vaccination](https://ehlaw.ca/?p=13583) - Le 24 août 2021, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a déposé un règlement (Règl. de l’Ont. 577/21) modifiant les Règles pour les régions à l’étape 3 et à l’étape postérieure au plan d’action concernant l’établissement et la mise en œuvre de politiques de vaccination par les entreprises et les organismes. Cette modification confère à la province l’autorité
- [New Ontario Amendment Requires Employers to Comply with Chief Medical Officer of Health on Vaccination Policies](https://ehlaw.ca/new-ontario-amendment-requires-employers-to-comply-with-chief-medical-officer-of-health-on-vaccination-policies/) - On August 24, 2021, the Ontario government filed a regulation (O. Reg. 577/21) amending the Rules for Areas at Step 3 and at the Roadmap Exit Step regarding the establishment and implementation of vaccination policies by businesses and organizations. This amendment provides the Province with the necessary authority to require employers to have a vaccination
- [L’Ontario rend obligatoires les politiques de vaccination contre la COVID-19 dans les milieux à risque élevé](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-mandates-covid-19-vaccination-policies-for-high-risk-settings/) - Le mardi 17 août 2021, la province de l’Ontario a annoncé qu’elle exigerait que les employeurs de certains milieux à risque élevé mettent en œuvre une politique de vaccination. Bien que le gouvernement de l’Ontario n’ait pas exigé la vaccination de tous les employés dans ces milieux, il semble utiliser une combinaison de vaccination, d’éducation
- [Ontario Mandates COVID-19 Vaccination Policies for High-Risk Settings](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-mandates-covid-19-vaccination-policies-for-high-risk-settings/) - On Tuesday, August 17, 2021, the Province of Ontario announced that it will require employers in certain high-risk settings to implement vaccination policies. While the Ontario government stopped short of mandating vaccination for all employees in such settings, it appears to be utilizing a combination of vaccination, education and testing to protect vulnerable individuals in
- [Federal Government to mandate vaccination for the aviation sector](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-to-mandate-vaccination-for-the-aviation-sector/) - On Friday, August 13, 2021, The Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat announced that as early as the end of September, the Government of Canada intends to require that all employees in the federal public service be vaccinated against COVID-19. In the same announcement, the Government indicated that by no later than October 31, 2021, employees
- [La Cour supérieure de justice prolonge le préavis raisonnable en raison de la COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/superior-court-of-justice-increases-reasonable-notice-assessment-due-to-covid-19/) - Depuis le début de la pandémie de COVID-19, l’incidence potentielle de l’arrêt de l’économie mondiale sur l’octroi de dommages-intérêts dans les litiges en matière d’emploi a engendré beaucoup d’incertitudes au sein de la communauté juridique. Dans la récente décision Kraft c. Firepower Financial Corp. [en anglais seulement], la Cour supérieure de justice de l’Ontario a
- [Superior Court of Justice Increases Reasonable Notice Assessment Due to COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/superior-court-of-justice-increases-reasonable-notice-assessment-due-to-covid-19/) - From the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been significant uncertainty in the legal community as to the potential impact of the resulting global economic shutdown on damages awards in employment litigation. In the recent decision of Kraft v. Firepower Financial Corp., the Ontario Superior Court of Justice provided insight into the issue specifically
- [La Cour divisionnaire casse une décision historique sur la discrimination en matière d’emploi fondée sur la citoyenneté](https://ehlaw.ca/divisional-court-quashes-landmark-decision-on-discrimination-in-employment-on-the-basis-of-citizenship/) - Les lecteurs d’Au Point se rappelleront qu’en 2018, le Tribunal des droits de la personne de l’Ontario (le « Tribunal ») a été saisi d’une allégation de discrimination en matière d’emploi fondée sur la citoyenneté. Dans Haseeb c. Imperial Oil Ltd. (« Haseeb »), le Tribunal a déterminé que l’exigence de l’employeur selon laquelle, pour avoir la possibilité d’être
- [Le congé spécial en raison d’une maladie infectieuse de la LNE restreint-il la capacité d’un employé à intenter une action civile pour congédiement implicite? La Cour d’appel doit fournir des réponses](https://ehlaw.ca/does-esas-idel-restrict-employees-ability-to-pursue-civil-claim-for-constructive-dismissal-court-of-appeal-needs-to-provide-answers/) - Nos lecteurs se souviendront de l’affaire Coutinho c. Ocular Health Centre Ltd. (27 avril 2021), détaillée dans un article Au Point précédent, et dans laquelle la Cour supérieure de justice de l’Ontario a examiné la question de savoir si la référence au « congédiement implicite » dans le Règlement 228/20, Congé spécial en raison d’une maladie infectieuse (« Règlement CSRMI ») pris en application de
- [Does ESA’s IDEL Restrict Employee’s Ability to Pursue Civil Claim for Constructive Dismissal? Court of Appeal Needs to Provide Answers](https://ehlaw.ca/does-esas-idel-restrict-employees-ability-to-pursue-civil-claim-for-constructive-dismissal-court-of-appeal-needs-to-provide-answers/) - As Focus readers may recall, as detailed in our earlier Focus Alert, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice previously examined in the case of Coutinho v. Ocular Health Centre Ltd. (April 27, 2021) whether the reference to “constructive dismissal” in Regulation 228/20 (Infectious Disease Emergency Leave) (“IDEL Regulation”) made under the Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”) restricted an employee’s ability to
- [Divisional Court Quashes Landmark Decision on Discrimination in Employment on the Basis of Citizenship](https://ehlaw.ca/divisional-court-quashes-landmark-decision-on-discrimination-in-employment-on-the-basis-of-citizenship/) - Our Focus Alert readers will recall that back in 2018, the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (the “Tribunal”) was tasked with considering a claim of discrimination in employment on the basis of citizenship. In Haseeb v. Imperial Oil Ltd. (“Haseeb”), the Tribunal determined that the employer’s requirement that applicants be permitted to work in Canada
- [Entrée en vigueur le 31 août 2021 de la Loi sur l’équité salariale et de son règlement d’application](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-pay-equity-act-regulations-will-come-into-force-on-august-31-2021/) - Le 7 juillet 2021, le gouvernement fédéral a annoncé que la Loi sur l’équité salariale (la « Loi ») entrera en vigueur le 31 août 2021. Comme il en a été question dans un article Au Point précédent, la Loi vise à assurer une rémunération égale pour les hommes et les femmes qui accomplissent un travail de valeur égale dans le même
- [Le gouvernement fédéral modifie plusieurs dispositions du Code canadien du travail](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-amends-several-provisions-of-the-canada-labour-code/) - Le projet de loi C-30, Loi no 1 d’exécution du budget de 2021 (« projet de loi C-30 »), qui donne effet au budget de 2021 du gouvernement du Canada, a reçu la sanction royale le 29 juin 2021. Le projet de loi C-220, Loi modifiant le Code canadien du travail (congé de décès) (« projet de loi C-220 »), a également reçu la sanction royale
- [Le gouvernement instaure un nouveau jour férié pour les travailleurs sous réglementation fédérale afin d’honorer les survivants des pensionnats](https://ehlaw.ca/government-implements-new-statutory-holiday-for-federally-regulated-workers-to-honour-residential-school-survivors/) - À l’automne 2020, le gouvernement canadien a présenté le projet de loi C-5, Loi modifiant la Loi sur les lettres de change, la Loi d’interprétation et le Code canadien du travail (Journée nationale de la vérité et de la réconciliation) (« projet de loi C-5 »). À la suite de la découverte dévastatrice, à la fin mai, des restes de
- [La Cour refuse d’accorder des dommages-intérêts liés à la pension d’un employé retraité](https://ehlaw.ca/court-refuses-to-award-pension-related-damages-to-retired-employee/) - Dans Brousseau c. La Cité collégiale et al. (juin 2021), l’ancien vice-président des ressources humaines de la Cité collégiale (« La Cité »), qui a pris sa retraite en 2012, a demandé un peu plus de 1,8 million de dollars en dommages-intérêts pour la violation alléguée d’une entente verbale entre lui et l’ancienne présidente du Collège afin de payer
- [Court refuses to award pension-related damages to retired employee](https://ehlaw.ca/court-refuses-to-award-pension-related-damages-to-retired-employee/) - In Brousseau v. La Cité collégiale et al. (June 2021), the former Vice President of Human Resources of La Cité collégiale (“La Cité”), who retired in 2012, sought just over $1.8 million in damages for the alleged breach of a verbal agreement between him and the College’s former President to pay for all costs to
- [Congé payé pour les absences liées à la COVID-19 : Mise à jour sur les prestations et le processus de remboursement](https://ehlaw.ca/paid-statutory-leave-for-covid-19-absences-update-on-entitlement-and-the-reimbursement-process/) - Le 29 avril 2021, la Loi de 2021 donnant la priorité aux travailleurs face à la COVID-19 a été promulguée. L’objectif de cette loi était de modifier la Loi sur les normes d’emploi (« LNE ») afin de fournir aux employés admissibles un droit temporaire à un congé spécial rémunéré en raison d’une maladie infectieuse (« congé CSRMI
- [Proposed Amendments to Regulations Under the Canada Labour Code Subject to 30-Day Consultation Period](https://ehlaw.ca/proposed-amendments-to-regulations-under-the-canada-labour-code-subject-to-30-day-consultation-period/) - Readers of Focus will recall that in September 2019, many amendments to the labour standards provisions of the Canada Labour Code (the “Code”) came into effect. These changes provided new and expanded entitlements in a variety of areas, from leaves to hours of work provisions to the ability of eligible employees to seek flexible work
- [Government Implements New Statutory Holiday for Federally Regulated Workers to Honour Residential School Survivors](https://ehlaw.ca/government-implements-new-statutory-holiday-for-federally-regulated-workers-to-honour-residential-school-survivors/) - Back in the fall of 2020, the Canadian government first introduced Bill C-5, An Act to amend the Bills of Exchange Act, the Interpretation Act and the Canada Labour Code (National Day for Truth and Reconciliation) (“Bill C-5”). In the wake of the devastating discovery in late May of the remains of 215 children buried
- [Federal Government Amends Several Provisions of the Canada Labour Code](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-amends-several-provisions-of-the-canada-labour-code/) - Bill C-30, the Budget Implementation Act, 2021, No. 1 (“Bill C-30”), which gives effect to the Canadian government’s 2021 budget, received Royal Assent on June 29, 2021. Bill C-220, An Act to amend the Canada Labour Code (bereavement leave) (“Bill C-220”), also received Royal Assent on June 29, 2021. Of particular importance for federally regulated
- [Federal Pay Equity Act and Regulations Will Come into Force on August 31, 2021](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-pay-equity-act-regulations-will-come-into-force-on-august-31-2021/) - On July 7, 2021, the federal government announced that the Pay Equity Act (the “Act”) will come into force on August 31, 2021. As discussed in a previous Focus article, the Act aims to ensure equal compensation for men and women who perform work of equal value in the same establishment. Equal pay is to
- [Les modifications proposées aux règlements pris en vertu du Code canadien du travail assujetties à une période de consultation de 30 jours](https://ehlaw.ca/proposed-amendments-to-regulations-under-the-canada-labour-code-subject-to-30-day-consultation-period/) - Les lecteurs du bulletin Au Point se souviendront que de nombreuses modifications aux dispositions sur les normes du travail du Code canadien du travail (le « Code ») sont entrées en vigueur en septembre 2019. Ces changements prévoyaient de nouveaux droits et des droits élargis dans divers domaines, allant des congés aux dispositions sur les heures de travail en
- [Tests de dépistage de la COVID-19 en milieu de travail : l’arbitre juge raisonnables les tests de dépistage rapide obligatoires sur un chantier de construction](https://ehlaw.ca/testing-for-covid-19-in-the-workplace-arbitrator-holds-compulsory-rapid-testing-reasonable-at-construction-site/) - Les employeurs qui envisagent des mesures pour assurer la sécurité au travail et la continuité des activités dans le cadre de la pandémie de COVID-19 devraient prendre note d’une sentence arbitrale récente. Dans Ellisdon Construction Ltd. v Labourers' International Union of North America, Local 183 (juin 2021) (en anglais seulement), l’arbitre Kitchen a rejeté le grief
- [Un arbitre juge raisonnable la politique de tests de surveillance de la COVID-19 dans les maisons de retraite](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-deems-covid-19-surveillance-testing-policy-reasonable-in-retirement-home-setting/) - Compte tenu de la nouveauté de la COVID-19, les employeurs de divers secteurs continuent de faire face à la difficulté de mettre en œuvre des politiques et des procédures en matière de santé et de sécurité qui sont à la fois appropriées et raisonnables pour prévenir la transmission du virus dans leur milieu de travail.
- [Testing for COVID-19 in the workplace – Arbitrator holds compulsory rapid testing reasonable at construction site](https://ehlaw.ca/testing-for-covid-19-in-the-workplace-arbitrator-holds-compulsory-rapid-testing-reasonable-at-construction-site/) - Employers considering measures to ensure workplace safety and business continuity through the COVID-19 pandemic should take note of a recent arbitration decision. In Ellisdon Construction Ltd. v Labourers' International Union of North America, Local 183 (June, 2021), Arbitrator Kitchen dismissed the union’s grievance and held that EllisDon’s mandatory Rapid COVID-19 Antigen Screening Program was reasonable.
- [Paid Statutory Leave for COVID-19 Absences:  Update on Entitlement and the Reimbursement Process](https://ehlaw.ca/paid-statutory-leave-for-covid-19-absences-update-on-entitlement-and-the-reimbursement-process/) - On April 29, 2021, the COVID-19 Putting Workers First Act, 2021 was enacted into law. The practical impact of this legislation was to amend the Employment Standards Act (“ESA”) so as to provide eligible employees with a temporary entitlement to paid infectious disease emergency leave (“IDEL”) for specified reasons related to COVID-19. Recently, the Ontario
- [Ontario Government Extends the “COVID-19 Period” under the Employment Standards Act’s Infectious Disease Emergency Leave to September 25, 2021](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-extends-the-covid-19-period-under-the-employment-standards-acts-infectious-disease-emergency-leave-to-september-25-2021/) - As first stated in one of our early COVID-19 Focus Alerts, O. Reg. 228/20, the Infectious Disease Emergency Leave (“IDEL”) Regulation under the Employment Standards Act (“ESA”), was put in place in May 2020 in order to provide employers impacted by the pandemic with temporary relief from the ESA’s ordinary rules regarding temporary layoffs and constructive dismissal. More
- [Le gouvernement de l’Ontario prolonge la « période de la COVID-19 » en vertu du congé d’urgence pour maladie infectieuse de la Loi sur les normes d’emploi jusqu’au 25 septembre 2021](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-extends-the-covid-19-period-under-the-employment-standards-acts-infectious-disease-emergency-leave-to-january-1-2022/) - Dans l’une de nos premières alertes COVID-19, nous détaillions les dispositions du Règlement 228/20 — Congé spécial en raison d’une maladie infectieuse (le « Règlement CSRMI ») en vertu de la Loi de 2000 sur les normes d’emploi (la « LNE »), mis en place en mai 2020 afin d’offrir aux employeurs touchés par la pandémie un allègement temporaire des règles de
- [La Cour conclut que le congé spécial en raison d’une maladie infectieuse de la LNE empêche un employé de poursuivre une réclamation civile pour congédiement implicite](https://ehlaw.ca/court-finds-that-esas-idel-does-restrict-employees-ability-to-pursue-a-civil-claim-for-constructive-dismissal/) - Nos lecteurs se souviendront de l’affaire Coutinho c. Ocular Health Centre Ltd. (27 avril 2021), détaillée dans un article Au Point précédent, et dans laquelle la Cour supérieure de justice de l’Ontario a examiné la question de savoir si la référence au « congédiement implicite » dans le Règlement 228/20, Congé spécial en raison d’une maladie infectieuse (« Règlement
- [Court Finds that ESA’s IDEL Does Restrict Employee’s Ability to Pursue a Civil Claim for Constructive Dismissal](https://ehlaw.ca/court-finds-that-esas-idel-does-restrict-employees-ability-to-pursue-a-civil-claim-for-constructive-dismissal/) - As Focus readers may recall, as detailed in our earlier Focus Alert, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice previously examined in the case of Coutinho v. Ocular Health Centre Ltd. (April 27, 2021) whether the reference to “constructive dismissal” in Regulation 228/20 (Infectious Disease Emergency Leave) (“IDEL Regulation”) made under the Ontario Employment Standards Act,
- [Politiques d’immunisation du personnel contre la COVID-19 obligatoires dans les foyers de soins de longue durée à partir du 1er juillet](https://ehlaw.ca/covid-19-immunization-policies-for-staff-mandatory-in-long-term-care-homes-as-of-july-1st/) - Le 31 mai 2021, le Ministère des Soins de longue durée a annoncé qu’il publierait une directive ministérielle (la « directive ») en vertu de la Loi de 2007 sur les foyers de soins de longue durée. Cette directive fera de l’Ontario la première province du Canada à rendre obligatoires les politiques de vaccination contre la COVID-19
- [New Tort of Internet Harassment in Ontario](https://ehlaw.ca/new-tort-of-internet-harassment-in-ontario-2/) - In Caplan v. Atas, 2021 ONSC 670, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice recognized the new tort of “harassment in Internet communications”. On January 28, 2021, Justice Corbett issued the decision, which arose from a consolidation of four proceedings, all of which related to a 20-year campaign of online defamation, harassment and abuse perpetrated by
- [Emond Harnden’s Submissions on the Changing Workplaces Review Special Advisors’ Interim Report](https://ehlaw.ca/emond-harnden-submissions-changing-workplace-review-special-advisors-interim-report/) - In February 2015, the Minister of Labour appointed C. Michael Mitchell and former Justice John C. Murray as Special Advisors to lead the Changing Workplaces Review, an independent review commissioned by the Ontario Government seeking recommendations to modernize both the Employment Standards Act and the Labour Relations Act. On July 27, 2016, the Special Advisors
- [Québec Superior Court finds breach of OHSA can support committal to trial on manslaughter charge under Criminal Code](https://ehlaw.ca/quebec-superior-court-finds-breach-ohsa-support-commital-manslaughter-trial-under-criminal-code/) - The Québec Superior Court has just released (October 31) a decision that commands the attention of supervisors, employers and health and safety professionals across Canada. In R. v. Fournier, the Court decided that a workplace fatality flowing from a breach of provincial health and safety legislation could support committal to trial on a charge of
- [Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario rejects Johnstone test for family status discrimination – “the test for discrimination is the same in all cases”](https://ehlaw.ca/hrto-rejects-johnstone-test-family-status-discrimination/) - The debate over the proper legal test for establishing discrimination on the basis of family status has been reignited by a recent decision of the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (“HRTO”). In Misetich v. Value Village Stores Inc. (September, 2016), the HRTO rejected the more recent line of jurisprudence and instead applied what it referred
- [OLRB rules on disputed positions in application for certification proceeding – “if a party agrees to count the segregated ballot, it is an agreement that the position is included in the bargaining unit”](https://ehlaw.ca/olrb-rules-disputed-position-in-certification-proceeding/) - The Ontario Labour Relations Board (“Board”) recently ruled that, absent an agreement to the contrary, where a party agrees to count a ballot cast by a person occupying a disputed position in an application for certification proceeding, they are agreeing to include that position in the bargaining unit. In Canadian Union of Public Employees v
- [Ontario Government Introduces Compensation Framework for Designated Executives of Broader Public Sector Employers](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-introduces-compensation-framework-designated-executives-broader-public-sector/) - On September 6, 2016, the provincial government filed Regulation 304/16: Executive Compensation Framework (the “Framework”) under the Broader Public Sector Executive Compensation Act, 2014 (BPSECA). The Regulation establishes a framework for the compensation of “designated executives” within the broader public sector. Under the Regulation, designated employers are required to establish written executive compensation programs which
- [Ontario considers options to amend the Employment Standards Act and the Labour Relations Act](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-considers-options-amend-employment-standards-act-labour-relations-act/) - The Ministry of Labour has released an Interim Report setting out a number of options to update and overhaul employment and labour laws in Ontario. The report was prepared by C. Michael Mitchell and former Justice John C. Murray and is the culmination of numerous public consultations that were held in 12 cities across Ontario
- [New OHSA requirements for employers to prevent and investigate sexual harassment come into force in September](https://ehlaw.ca/new-ohsa-requirements-prevent-investigate-sexual-harassment/) - Bill 132, Sexual Violence and Harassment Action Plan Act (Supporting Survivors and Challenging Sexual Violence and Harassment), 2016, received Royal Assent on March 8, 2016. As readers of Focus will recall, Bill 132 amends the Occupational Health and Safety Act (“OHSA”) to introduce new requirements for employers to prevent and investigate sexual harassment in the
- [Supreme Court of Canada decision settles dispute over the proper interpretation of the “unjust dismissal” provisions of the Canada Labour Code](https://ehlaw.ca/scc-interpretation-unjust-dismissal-provisions-canada-labour-code/) - In its decision in Wilson v. Atomic Energy of Canada Ltd., the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC) has ruled that federally-regulated employers subject to the Canada Labour Code (Code) are not permitted to dismiss employees on a without cause basis, with a few exceptions provided for under the Code (discussed below). In doing so, the
- [Ontario abandons plans to establish an Ontario Retirement Pension Plan in light of federal/provincial deal to enhance Canada Pension Plan](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-abandons-orpp-plans/) - As readers of Focus will recall, in February of this year Ontario’s Minister of Finance announced that initial contributions to the Ontario Retirement Pension Plan (ORPP), originally slated to commence on January 1, 2017, would be delayed by a year in light of an agreement that had been reached with the federal government to collaborate
- [An Act respecting the process of negotiation of collective agreements and the settlement of disputes in the municipal sector (Bill 110) introduced in Quebec Parliament](https://ehlaw.ca/bill-110-collective-bargaining-dispute-resolution-municipal-sector-quebec/) - On June 10, 2016, Bill 110, An Act respecting the process of negotiation of collective agreements and the settlement of disputes in the municipal sector, was introduced in the National Assembly of Québec by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Land Occupancy, Martin Coiteux. The Bill, if passed, would amend the Labour Code, the Act
- [Ontario Court of Appeal confirms when benefit entitlement claim will be arbitrable](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-court-of-appeal-confirms-when-benefit-entitlement-claim-will-be-arbitrable/) - In its recent decision (February 27, 2017) in Barber v. The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company (Manulife Financial), the Ontario Court of Appeal upheld the dismissal of an employee’s claim for long-term disability benefits (LTD), finding that the claim fell within the exclusive jurisdiction of a labour arbitrator. Adrian Barber was employed as a police constable
- [Ambiguities in employment contracts continue to trip-up employers - Ontario Court of Appeal refuses to enforce termination clause and awards common law reasonable notice](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-court-appeal-refuses-enforce-termination-clause/) - A recent decision of the Ontario Court of Appeal drives home the importance of clear and unambiguous language in employment agreements. In Wood v. Fred Deeley Imports Ltd. (February, 2017), the Ontario Court of Appeal held that a termination clause in an employment contract was unenforceable because it failed to meet the minimum requirements under
- [Workplace Violence – Requirements and recent developments](https://ehlaw.ca/workplace-violence-requirements-and-recent-developments/) - Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) was amended in June 2010, by Bill 168, to include new requirements for employers to address and prevent workplace violence. As a result, dealing with violence in the workplace has become a priority for employers. Although there are few decided OHSA prosecution cases to date dealing with the requirements
- [Top Employment Law Cases of 2016](https://ehlaw.ca/top-employment-law-cases-of-2016/) - Regular readers of our Focus Alerts will likely recognize some of the cases we have chosen as the Top Employment Law Cases of 2016. These cases were all discussed in more detail at our “2016 Employment Law Year End Wrap Up” Breakfast Seminar presented by Jacques A. Emond and Porter Heffernan. We invite readers to
- [Highlights of Budget 2017 from a Labour and Employment Perspective](https://ehlaw.ca/budget-2017-from-labour-employment-perspective/) - The federal budget tabled in the House of Commons on March 22, 2017, contains a number of measures that will be of particular interest to employers, especially those in federally-regulated sectors. Here is a summary of the budget highlights from a labour and employment perspective: Changes to the Employment Insurance Act Expanded EI caregiver
- [Unjust dismissal under the Canada Labour Code – Adjudicator states “default remedy must be reinstatement”](https://ehlaw.ca/unjust-dismissal-reinstatement-default-remedy/) - In the recent decision of Maninderpal Randhawa and The Bank of Nova Scotia (February, 2017) under Part III of the Canada Labour Code (the “Code”), Adjudicator Slotnick determined that reinstatement was the proper remedy after finding that the employee’s dismissal was unjust. The decision follows the principles set out by the Supreme Court of Canada
- [Protecting your right to impose temporary layoffs](https://ehlaw.ca/protecting-right-to-temporary-layoff/) - When it comes to downsizing, restructuring, or otherwise cost-cutting, employers may consider temporary or permanent layoffs. While temporary layoffs can be an effective means of cost-saving, they can also be risky if employers have not protected their right to temporarily lay off employees in their employment contracts. The Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA) allows
- [Supreme Court of Canada upholds protection for solicitor-client privilege – statutory intrusions must be “clear and unambiguous”](https://ehlaw.ca/supreme-court-canada-upholds-protection-for-solicitor-client-privilege/) - In a surprising decision, a majority of the Supreme Court of Canada held that solicitor-client privilege may only be set-aside by statutory language that demonstrates a clear and unambiguous legislative intent to do so. In Alberta (Information and Privacy Commissioner) v. University of Calgary (November, 2016), the issue was whether the Alberta Information and Privacy
- [Competent persons under the Canada Labour Code – employees must agree to impartiality](https://ehlaw.ca/competent-persons-under-canada-labour-code-employees-must-agree-to-impartiality/) - Readers of Focus will recall that under the Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations (the “Regulations”) passed pursuant to the Canada Labour Code, where a complaint of workplace violence cannot be resolved informally with the complaining employee, an employer is required to appoint a “competent person” to investigate the complaint. Section 20.9 of the Regulations
- [Federal adjudicator dismisses family status grievance – confirms that employer’s duty to accommodate is only engaged where a work rule interferes with an employee’s legal obligations](https://ehlaw.ca/family-status-duty-to-accommodate-only-engaged-where-work-rule-interferes-with-legal-obligation/) - A recent adjudication decision suggests that the duty to accommodate an employee’s family status needs under the Canadian Human Rights Act, as recognized by the Federal Court of Appeal in Johnstone, is “quite narrow and limited”. In Guilbault v. Treasury Board (Department of National Defence) (January, 2017), a grievance referred to adjudication under the federal
- [CASL Updates - Private right of action for CASL non-compliance suspended; transition period for implied consent ends July 1, 2017](https://ehlaw.ca/casl-updates-private-right-action-casl-non-compliance-suspended-transition-period-implied-consent-ends-july-1-2017/) - Many readers of Focus will be familiar with Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (“CASL”), which came into force on July 1st, 2014. Among other things, the legislation regulates the sending of “Commercial Electronic Messages” or “CEMs”. Organizations that send “CEMs” should be aware of two important CASL updates. First, the implementation of the CASL provisions that would
- [Bill 148 – The Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, 2017](https://ehlaw.ca/bill-148-fair-workplaces-better-jobs-act-2017/) - Readers of Focus will recall that on May 31, 2017, prior to the introduction of Bill 148, we highlighted the key changes being proposed by the government of Ontario to the Employment Standards Act, 2000, and the Labour Relations Act, 1995, in a Focus Alert entitled, “Ontario proposes major changes to employment and labour laws.”
- [Ontario Court of Appeal confirms that disagreement over calculation of a bonus does not give rise to constructive dismissal](https://ehlaw.ca/disagreement-over-bonus-calculation-not-constructive-dismissal/) - In a recent decision the Ontario Court of Appeal has confirmed a lower court decision which held that an employer’s calculation of a senior employee’s bonus entitlement (denying him $329,000 he thought he was entitled to) constituted a breach of his employment contract, but did not give rise to a constructive dismissal claim. In Chapman
- [Ontario government releases Construction Health and Safety Action Plan](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-releases-construction-health-and-safety-action-plan/) - On May 11, 2017, the Government of Ontario released its Construction Health and Safety Action Plan (CHSAP or Action Plan). The Action Plan, which includes 16 specific recommendations, was created with input from construction employers, workers and other industry stakeholders. The Province’s goal in adopting the Action Plan is to prevent workplace injuries, illnesses and
- [Ontario proposes major changes to employment and labour laws](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-proposes-major-changes-to-employment-and-labour-laws/) - Further to our Focus Alert from last week, on May 30, 2017, the government of Ontario announced its intention to introduce proposed legislation entitled the Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, 2017. The government has indicated that the legislation will be introduced over the next few days and, if passed, will result in significant amendments to
- [Divisional Court holds that employers may require an Independent Medical Examination in “certain circumstances”](https://ehlaw.ca/divisional-court-holds-employers-may-require-imes/) - Readers of Focus are familiar with the procedural and substantive components of an employer’s duty to accommodate an employee’s disability-related needs. The procedural component requires the employer to assess the employee’s needs, and to investigate possible accommodation measures for that employee. The substantive component requires the employer to provide the necessary accommodations to the point
- [The Release of Ontario’s Changing Workplaces Review](https://ehlaw.ca/release-of-ontario-changing-workplace-review/) - As our readers will recall, Ontario’s Minister of Labour appointed C. Michael Mitchell and former Justice John C. Murray as Special Advisors to lead the Changing Workplaces Review, seeking recommendations to modernize Ontario’s Employment Standards Act and Labour Relations Act. In July, 2016, the Special Advisors released an Interim Report detailing various options to overhaul
- [Worried about legal liability for providing a bad reference?  Truth is the best defence](https://ehlaw.ca/worried-about-legal-liability-for-providing-a-bad-reference-truth-is-the-best-defence/) - In the increasingly litigious world of employment law, employers may often be hesitant to provide a negative reference for a former employee. This hesitation often stems from concerns that the former employee may bring an action claiming damages for defamation or fraudulent misrepresentation. Although these concerns are not without justification, the recent decision of the
- [Court of Appeal finds termination clause void for contravening ESA – employer required to pay salary for remainder of fixed term contract](https://ehlaw.ca/court-of-appeal-finds-fixed-term-contract-termination-clause-void/) - The recent decision of the Ontario Court of Appeal in Covenoho v. Pendylum Ltd. (April, 2017) drives home two important lessons for employers. First, termination clauses in employment contracts must comply with the minimum requirements of the Employment Standards Act (“ESA”). Where they do not, the more generous common law notice period will apply. Second,
- [Clock on limitation period for wrongful dismissal claim starts on day of notice - not last day worked](https://ehlaw.ca/limitation-period-for-wrongful-dismissal-claim-starts-on-day-of-notice/) - A recent decision of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice confirms that the limitation period in respect of a wrongful dismissal claim commences on the day that the employee is provided notice of the termination, not on the last day the employee works. In Bailey v. Milo-Food & Agricultural Infrastructure & Services Inc. (April, 2017),
- [Changes to EI benefits came into effect December 3, 2017](https://ehlaw.ca/changes-ei-benefits-in-effect-december-3-2017/) - As part of the 2017 Budget, the federal government announced a number of significant changes to the insured benefits available under the Employment Insurance Act. These changes were set out in Bill C-44, the Budget Implementation Act, 2017, No. 1 (“Bill C-44”), which received Royal Assent in June. The changes also create a new employment
- [Update on Bill 148 – The Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, 2017](https://ehlaw.ca/update-on-bill-148-fair-workplaces-better-jobs-act-2017/) - On July 20, 2017, we reported on the changes to the Employment Standards Act, 2000, and the Labour Relations Act, 1995, that were being proposed by the provincial government in Bill 148. Since then, the Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs held public hearings on the Bill over the summer and an amended version
- [Bill C-65 – Amendments to the Canada Labour Code dealing with harassment and violence and to the Parliamentary Employment and Staff Relations Act dealing with occupational health and safety](https://ehlaw.ca/bill-c-65-amendments-dealing-with-harassment-violence-occupational-health-and-safety/) - In the wake of allegations of sexual misconduct, debate is slated to begin on the federal government’s Bill C-65, which, if passed, would toughen protections against workplace violence and harassment, including sexual harassment and violence, in federally-regulated workplaces. Bill C-65, tabled in November 2017, would amend the Canada Labour Code (the “Code”) to overhaul and
- [Federal Court of Appeal rules attendance management policy not discriminatory – no adverse effect on employees](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-court-appeal-rules-attendance-management-policy-not-discriminatory/) - Attendance management policies (AMPs), and in particular what types of absences are included for the purposes of AMPs, are often the subject of contention between unions and employers. A recent decision of the Federal Court of Appeal held that absences due to disability and family status could be included in the calculations under an AMP
- [The Top Employment Law Cases of 2017](https://ehlaw.ca/top-employment-law-cases-2017/) - It is undeniable that 2017 was an exciting and important year in employment law. The courts wrestled with complicated and difficult questions, including when can an employee be terminated for drug or alcohol use? And, can an employer require an employee to undergo an independent medical examination? There was a broad range of contentious issues
- [Court of Appeal upholds termination clause](https://ehlaw.ca/court-of-appeal-upholds-termination-clause/) - A recent Ontario Court of Appeal decision represents a promising shift in how courts will interpret termination clauses. In Nemeth v. Hatch Ltd. (January, 2018), the employer terminated a 19-year employee. The employer provided notice, severance, benefits, and pension contributions, all in accordance with the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the “ESA”), based on its interpretation
- [Arbitrator reinstates nurse discharged for disparaging remarks](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-reinstates-nurse-discharged-disparaging-remarks/) - A nurse who was discharged from her employment for making disparaging comments about her employer has been reinstated. In North Bay Regional Health Centre v. Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 139 (February, 2018), the issue for the arbitrator was whether the grievor’s public comments violated the basic duty of loyalty that she owed to
- [Federal Budget 2018 – Key labour and employment-related provisions](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-budget-2018-key-labour-and-employment-related-provisions/) - The federal government tabled its 2018 Budget, entitled “Equality + Growth: A Strong Middle Class” in the House of Commons on February 27, 2018. We have summarized below those measures announced in the Budget that have labour and employment consequences. 1. Pay Equity – new proactive legislation The federal government has announced that it will
- [Bill 203 – Proposed new employee rights to information about compensation in the workplace](https://ehlaw.ca/bill-203-proposed-new-employee-rights-information-compensation-workplace/) - The Ontario government introduced Bill 203, the Pay Transparency Act, 2018 (the Act) on March 6, 2018. If passed, the Act will come into effect on January 1, 2019 and will establish requirements relating to the disclosure of information about compensation (salaries and benefits) of employees and potential employees. In particular, the proposed legislation will:
- [Equal pay for equal work regardless of employment status provisions of Bill 148 coming into effect on April 1, 2018](https://ehlaw.ca/equal-pay-for-equal-work-regardless-of-employment-status-provisions-of-bill-148-coming-into-effect-on-april-1-2018/) - The Employment Standards Act (ESA) currently prohibits employers from paying employees different rates of pay based on sex if they perform equal work. Effective April 1, 2018, there will be new provisions added to the ESA that will extend this equal pay requirement to employees whose employment status is different but who nevertheless perform substantially
- [Arbitrator upholds termination for sexual harassment but rejects “zero-tolerance” approach](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-upholds-termination-for-sexual-harassment-but-rejects-zero-tolerance-approach/) - A recent arbitration decision upheld the termination of an employee for violating the Employer’s workplace violence and harassment policy. In Re Metro Rideau Store v. UNIFOR Local 414 (March 2018), Arbitrator Baxter found that on a balance of probabilities the terminated employee had sexually harassed a female co-worker, and that the Company’s decision to terminate
- [Ontario arbitrator finds employees entitled to short-term and long-term disability plans under collective agreement not entitled to Personal Emergency Leave](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-arbitrator-finds-employees-entitled-to-std-and-ltd-under-collective-agreement-not-entitled-to-personal-emergency-leave/) - Focus readers will recall that recent changes to Personal Emergency Leave (PEL) under the Employment Standards Act (ESA) have given all employees two paid and eight unpaid PEL days. These changes have left many employers that provide additional paid leave (such as sick, bereavement, and other leaves) questioning whether they must now also provide the
- [Ontario Court of Appeal finds that illegal “just cause” provision voids all termination provisions](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-court-of-appeal-finds-that-illegal-just-cause-provision-voids-all-termination-provisions/) - Recently in Waksdale v. Swegon North America Inc., 2020 ONCA 391, the Ontario Court of Appeal was faced with an employment agreement which contained two separate termination provisions, contained in different paragraphs within the agreement. One provision addressed termination on a “just cause” basis, which the parties agreed was illegal because it provided a lesser
- [New Work Place Harassment and Violence Prevention Regulations Published in the Canada Gazette](https://ehlaw.ca/new-work-place-harassment-and-violence-prevention-regulations-published-in-the-canada-gazette/) - In a previous Focus Alert, we discussed the provisions of Bill C-65, An Act to amend the Canada Labour Code (harassment and violence), the Parliamentary Employment and Staff Relations Act and the Budget Implementation Act, 2017, No. 1 (the “Act”). Readers will recall that one of the primary purposes of Bill C-65 was to expand
- [Federal government proposes ground-breaking private sector privacy legislation](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-proposes-ground-breaking-private-sector-privacy-legislation/) - On November 17, 2020, the federal government introduced Bill C-11, the Digital Charter Implementation Act, 2020 (“DCIA”), which would serve to overhaul Canada’s federal private sector privacy law regime. The new scheme would introduce two new statutes, the Consumer Privacy Protection Act (“CPPA”) and the Personal Information and Data Protection Tribunal Act (“PIDPTA”), and replace
- [Federal Government publishes IPG document on new Work Place Harassment and Violence Prevention Regulations under the Canada Labour Code](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-publishes-ipg-document-on-new-work-place-harassment-and-violence-prevention-regulations-under-the-canada-labour-code/) - Focus Alert readers will recall that back in June, the Federal Government published the Work Place Harassment and Prevention Regulations (the “Regulations”), a new standalone regulation made under the Canada Labour Code (the “Code”) which supports the implementation of the recent and extensive changes made to the work place harassment and violence prevention regime applicable
- [Federal Government Publishes Proposed Regulations for the new federal Pay Equity Act](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-publishes-proposed-regulations-for-the-new-federal-pay-equity-act/) - Long time Focus Alert readers will recall that in late 2018, the federal government tabled and passed Bill C-86, the Budget Implementation Act, 2018, No. 2 which, amongst other things, introduced the new Pay Equity Act (the “Act”) in an effort to ensure that all workers subject to its provisions receive equal pay for work
- [Supreme Court of Canada Upholds Finding that Illegal “Just Cause” Termination Provision Voids All Termination Provisions](https://ehlaw.ca/supreme-court-of-canada-upholds-finding-that-illegal-just-cause-termination-provision-voids-all-termination-provisions/) - As readers may recall from our previous Focus Alert, in June 2020, the Ontario Court of Appeal released its decision in Waksdale v. Swegon North America Inc., 2020 ONCA 391. The Ontario appellate court found that a termination provision in an employment agreement must be read as a whole and that, since one element of the
- [COVID-19 Immunization Policies for Staff Mandatory in Long-Term Care Homes as of July 1st](https://ehlaw.ca/covid-19-immunization-policies-for-staff-mandatory-in-long-term-care-homes-as-of-july-1st/) - On May 31, 2021, the Ministry of Long-Term Care announced that it would be issuing a Minister’s Directive (the “Directive”) pursuant to the Long-Term Care Homes Act, 2007. The Directive will make Ontario the first province in Canada to mandate COVID-19 immunization policies for staff in long-term care homes. The hope is that, by imposing
- [Les commissaires à la protection de la vie privée du Canada émettent des lignes directrices sur les passeports vaccinaux](https://ehlaw.ca/canadian-privacy-commissioners-publish-guidance-on-vaccine-passports/) - Alors que la disponibilité des vaccins contre la COVID‑19 s’accroît dans toutes les provinces du Canada, le discours public commence à s’intéresser à la question du passeport vaccinal. Si le passeport vaccinal peut se présenter sous différentes formes, comme un document papier ou un certificat numérique, son objectif principal est de faciliter le retour à
- [Canadian Privacy Commissioners Publish Guidance on Vaccine Passports](https://ehlaw.ca/canadian-privacy-commissioners-publish-guidance-on-vaccine-passports/) - As COVID-19 vaccines become more widely available to Canadians in all provinces, the public discourse in respect of immunization has begun to include talk of vaccine passports. Though vaccine passports could take many forms, including but not limited to a printed document or a digital certificate, their function would essentially be to facilitate a return
- [Arbitrator Confirms Health Care Employers’ Rights in Respect of Infectious Disease Emergency Leave](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-confirms-health-care-employers-rights-in-respect-of-infectious-disease-emergency-leave/) - In a recent dispute between the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (the “Union”) and Windsor Regional Hospital (the “Hospital”), a temporary order issued as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic was challenged at arbitration. The resulting decision issued by Arbitrator Trachuk is particularly relevant for health care employers in receipt of requests for certain statutory
- [Une arbitre confirme les droits des employeurs du secteur de la santé à l’égard du congé spécial en raison d’une maladie infectieuse](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-confirms-health-care-employers-rights-in-respect-of-infectious-disease-emergency-leave/) - Dans un différend récent entre le Syndicat des employés de la fonction publique de l’Ontario (le « Syndicat ») et l’Hôpital régional de Windsor (l’« Hôpital »), un décret temporaire émis en raison de la pandémie de COVID-19 a été contesté en arbitrage. La décision rendue par l’arbitre Trachuk est particulièrement pertinente pour les employeurs du secteur de la
- [ESA’s IDEL Regulation Found by Court to Not Restrict Employee’s Ability to Pursue a Civil Claim for Constructive Dismissal](https://ehlaw.ca/esas-infectious-disease-emergency-leave-does-not-affect-employees-ability-to-pursue-a-civil-claim-for-constructive-dismissal-against-employer-ontario-superior-court-of-justi/) - In the first reported civil case examining the intersection between the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA) COVID-19 leave provisions and constructive dismissal at common law, a judge of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice ruled that the right to pursue a civil claim for constructive dismissal at common law is still possible, even if the
- [Le congé spécial en raison d’une maladie infectieuse de la LNE n’empêche pas un employé d’intenter une action pour congédiement implicite](https://ehlaw.ca/esas-infectious-disease-emergency-leave-does-not-affect-employees-ability-to-pursue-a-civil-claim-for-constructive-dismissal-against-employer-ontario-superior-court-of-justi/) - Dans la première action civile publiée examinant l’intersection entre les dispositions de la Loi de 2000 sur les normes d’emploi (LNE) relatives au Congé spécial : situation d’urgence déclarée et situation d’urgence liée à une maladie infectieuse (« Congé spécial lié à la COVID-19 ») et le congédiement implicite en common law, un juge de la Cour supérieure
- [La Cour d’appel de l’Ontario conclut que le « propriétaire » d’un projet de construction est un « employeur » ayant des obligations de sécurité accrues en vertu de la LSST](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-court-of-appeal-finds-owner-of-a-construction-project-is-employer-with-expanded-safety-obligations-under-the-ohsa/) - Une décision récente de la Cour d’appel de l’Ontario met fin à la répartition traditionnelle des responsabilités en matière de santé et de sécurité sur les chantiers de construction. Dans l’affaire Ontario (Labour) v. Sudbury (City) (avril 2021), le plus haut tribunal de l’Ontario a conclu que la Ville de Sudbury (la Ville) était non seulement
- [Ontario Court of Appeal finds “owner” of a construction project is “employer” with expanded safety obligations under the OHSA](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-court-of-appeal-finds-owner-of-a-construction-project-is-employer-with-expanded-safety-obligations-under-the-ohsa/) - A recent decision of the Ontario Court of Appeal upends the traditional allocation of responsibility for health and safety on construction sites. In Ontario (Labour) v. Sudbury (City) (April, 2021) Ontario’s highest court found that the City of Sudbury (City) was not only the “owner” but also an “employer” for the purposes of the Occupational
- [le 5 mai 2021 - Politique portant sur les dépenses reliées au travail à distance: l'arbitre a déterminé que le conseil a raisonnablement exercé ses droits de gestion](https://ehlaw.ca/may-5-2021-remote-work-expense-reimbursement-policy-arbitrator-held-that-the-board-reasonably-exercised-its-management-rights/) - Politique portant sur les dépenses reliées au travail à distance: l'arbitre a déterminé que le conseil a raisonnablement exercé ses droits de gestion Toronto District School Board c CUPE Local 4400, 2021 CanLII 27922 L’arbitre a décidé que la politique de remboursement du conseil scolaire concernant les dépenses encourues en raison du travail à distance
- [La province prend des mesures pour mettre à jour les règles sur la dotation en personnel dans les foyers de soins de longue durée et les maisons de retraite](https://ehlaw.ca/province-takes-steps-to-update-rules-on-staffing-in-long-term-care-and-retirement-homes/) - D’après les dernières données de modélisation pour la province de l’Ontario, le nombre de cas actifs de COVID-19, y compris ceux nécessitant une hospitalisation, continue de grimper, ayant récemment atteint ses plus hauts niveaux depuis le début de la pandémie. Dans le même temps, en date du 19 avril, il y avait près de 2 000
- [Mise à jour sur les décrets d’urgence sur la dotation en personnel et la réaffectation dans le secteur des soins de santé](https://ehlaw.ca/update-on-emergency-orders-on-staffing-and-redeployment-for-the-health-care-sector/) - À la fin du mois d’avril, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a apporté un certain nombre de modifications aux règlements d’application de la Loi sur la protection civile et la gestion des situations d’urgence (« LPCGSU »). Plus précisément, deux nouveaux décrets d’urgence temporaires ont été mis en place, tandis qu’un autre a été modifié. L’objectif des trois
- [La CSPAAT fournit des directives sur les réclamations liées aux réactions au vaccin contre la COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/wsib-provides-guidance-on-claims-linked-to-covid-19-vaccine-reactions/) - Le 15 avril 2021, la Commission de la sécurité professionnelle et de l’assurance contre les accidents du travail de l’Ontario (« CSPAAT ») a publié sur son site internet de nouveaux renseignements utiles concernant l’admissibilité aux prestations de la CSPAAT dans le cas d’une réaction à un vaccin contre la COVID-19. Selon la FAQ de la CSPAAT
- [Ontario passes legislation to provide paid leave for COVID-19 absences](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-passes-legislation-to-provide-paid-leave-for-covid-19-absences/) - After mounting public pressure and a whirlwind legislative session, the Ontario government passed legislation to amend the Employment Standards Act (ESA) to provide paid sick leave for COVID-19 related absences. Bill 284, entitled the COVID-19 Putting Workers First Act, 2021, was introduced, passed through three readings and received Royal Assent, all on Thursday, April 29,
- [L’Ontario adopte une loi prévoyant un congé payé pour les absences liées à la COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-passes-legislation-to-provide-paid-leave-for-covid-19-absences/) - Après une pression croissante de la part du public et une session législative éclair, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a adopté une loi modifiant la Loi de 2000 sur les normes d’emploi (LNE) afin d’offrir des congés de maladie payés pour les absences liées à la COVID-19. Le projet de loi 284, intitulé Loi de 2021 donnant
- [WSIB Provides Guidance on Claims Linked to COVID-19 Vaccine Reactions](https://ehlaw.ca/wsib-provides-guidance-on-claims-linked-to-covid-19-vaccine-reactions/) - On April 15, 2021, Ontario’s Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (“WSIB”) published helpful new information on its website in respect of eligibility for WSIB benefits in the case of a COVID-19 vaccine reaction. Pursuant to the WSIB’s FAQ about claims and COVID-19, it is only where a COVID-19 vaccine is received by an employee as
- [Update on Emergency Orders on Staffing and Redeployment for the Health Care Sector](https://ehlaw.ca/update-on-emergency-orders-on-staffing-and-redeployment-for-the-health-care-sector/) - In late April, the Ontario government made a number of changes to the regulations under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (“EMCPA”). More specifically, two new temporary emergency orders were put in place, while another existing emergency order was amended. In all three cases, the intention of the new or amended emergency orders is
- [Province Takes Steps to Update Rules on Staffing in Long-Term Care and Retirement Homes](https://ehlaw.ca/province-takes-steps-to-update-rules-on-staffing-in-long-term-care-and-retirement-homes/) - Based on the latest modelling data for the province of Ontario, the number of active COVID-19 cases including those requiring hospitalization, continues to climb, having recently reached its highest levels since the beginning of the pandemic. That said, as of April 19th, there were almost 2,000 patients in hospitals simply waiting to be transferred to
- [New Mandatory Screening for Employees and Essential Visitors in Ontario Workplaces](https://ehlaw.ca/new-mandatory-screening-for-employees-and-essentials-visitors-in-ontario-workplaces/) - As part of increased measures to help stop the surge of COVID-19 cases, the Government of Ontario amended O. Reg 364/20: Rules for Areas in Stage 3 (the “Regulation”) effective September 26, 2020. The amendment requires any person responsible for a business or organization that is open to operate the business or organization in compliance
- [le 1 avril 2021 - L’obligation de porter un masque à l'école peut relever de la compétence du TDPO](https://ehlaw.ca/april-1-2021-obligation-to-wear-a-mask-at-school-may-fall-within-the-jurisdiction-of-the-hrto/) - L’obligation de porter un masque à l'école peut relever de la compétence du TDPO CL as represented by his Litigation Guardian KL c Toronto District School Board, 2021 HRTO 159 Une requête concernant l'obligation de porter un masque à l'école relève de la compétence du Tribunal des droits de la personne de l’Ontario lorsqu’elle est
- [Ontario Court of Appeal rules on pay equity in female job classes – ongoing comparisons to “proxy” male workplaces required](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-court-of-appeal-rules-on-pay-equity-in-female-job-classes-ongoing-comparisons-to-proxy-male-workplaces-required/) - A recent decision of the Ontario Court of Appeal represents the latest development in a long-standing issue regarding how to maintain pay equity in predominantly female workplaces. In Participating Nursing Homes v. Ontario (March, 2021) Ontario’s top court held that maintaining pay equity in female job classes with no direct male comparators requires ongoing comparisons
- [La Cour d’appel de l’Ontario se prononce sur l’équité salariale dans les catégories d’emplois à prédominance féminine – des comparaisons continues avec les milieux de travail masculins « de l’extérieur » sont requises](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-court-of-appeal-rules-on-pay-equity-in-female-job-classes-ongoing-comparisons-to-proxy-male-workplaces-required/) - Une décision récente de la Cour d’appel de l’Ontario représente le dernier développement relativement à un enjeu de longue date sur la façon de maintenir l’équité salariale dans les milieux de travail à prédominance féminine. Dans l’arrêt Participating Nursing Homes v. Ontario (mars 2021) (en anglais seulement), le plus haut tribunal de l’Ontario a statué que le maintien
- [Nouvelles exigences relatives à la pandémie pour les employeurs d’Ottawa](https://ehlaw.ca/new-pandemic-related-requirements-for-ottawa-employers/) - Le 18 décembre 2020, Vera Etches, médecin-chef en santé publique de la Ville d’Ottawa (la « Ville »), a émis une lettre d’instruction (la « Lettre ») à tous les employeurs de la Ville dont l’entreprise est autorisée à demeurer ouverte en vertu de la Loi de 2020 sur la réouverture de l’Ontario et des règlements connexes. La Lettre énonce les
- [Déclaration d’une deuxième situation d’urgence](https://ehlaw.ca/second-provincial-emergency-declared/) - Le 12 janvier 2021, la province de l’Ontario a déclaré une deuxième situation urgence provinciale relativement à la pandémie de COVID-19 en vertu de la Loi sur la protection civile et la gestion des situations d’urgence (LPCGSU). Dans le cadre de la déclaration, la province a émis un décret de maintien à domicile et d’autres mesures supplémentaires
- [le 21 janvier 2021 - La fouille du sac à main d’une élève révélant de la cocaïne ne constitue pas une violation de la Charte](https://ehlaw.ca/january-21-2021-search-of-students-purse-uncovering-cocaine-not-a-violation-of-charter/) - La fouille du sac à main d’une élève révélant de la cocaïne ne constitue pas une violation de la Charte R. c Calabretta, 2020 ONCJ 435 La Cour de justice de l’Ontario a déterminé que la fouille par une direction d’école du sac à main d’une élève ne constituait pas une fouille ou une perquisition abusive
- [La Cour suprême du Canada maintient la décision établissant qu’une clause illégale de licenciement pour « motif valable » entraîne la nullité de toutes les clauses de licenciement](https://ehlaw.ca/?p=15917) - Comme pourront se rappeler les lecteurs de notre précédent bulletin Au point, la Cour d’appel de l’Ontario a rendu en juin 2020 sa décision dans l’affaire Waksdale v. Swegon North America Inc., 2020 ONCA 391. La Cour d’appel de l’Ontario a conclu qu’une clause de licenciement dans un contrat d’emploi doit être lue dans son ensemble et
- [Nouveau délit de harcèlement sur Internet en Ontario](https://ehlaw.ca/new-tort-of-internet-harassment-in-ontario-2/) - Dans Caplan v. Atas. 2021 ONSC 670, la Cour supérieure de justice de l’Ontario a reconnu le nouveau délit de « harcèlement dans les communications sur Internet ». La décision a été rendue le 28 janvier 2021 par le juge Corbett et découle d’une réunion de quatre instances, toutes liées à une campagne de diffamation, de harcèlement et d’abus
- [le 2 mars 2021 - Les obligations de divulgation d'un justiciable l’emportent sur les obligations de protection de la vie privée applicable à un conseil scolaire](https://ehlaw.ca/march-2-2021-a-litigants-disclosure-obligations-supersede-a-school-boards-privacy-obligations/) - Les obligations de divulgation d'un justiciable l’emportent sur les obligations de protection de la vie privée applicable à un conseil scolaire Gargari c Toronto Catholic District Board School, 2020 ONSC 6903 Les obligations en matière de divulgation dans le cadre d’un litige l’emportent sur les obligations en matière de protection de la vie privée applicable
- [February 27, 2021 - Transport Canada may consider banning Boeing 777s from airspace following engine fire](https://ehlaw.ca/february-27-2020-transport-canada-may-consider-banning-boeing-777s-from-airspace-following-engine-fire/) - TOP STORY Transport Canada may consider banning Boeing 777s from airspace following engine fire CTA DECISIONS Application – Aura Airlines, S.L. c.o.b. Gowair Vacation Airlines – Determination No. A-2021-32Application to license to operate a non-scheduled international service to transport traffic on a charter basis between Spain and Canada – license issued pursuant to conditions
- [February 20, 2021 - Airlines COVID-19 rescue negotiations at critical stage, sources say](https://ehlaw.ca/february-20-2021-airlines-covid-19-rescue-negotiations-at-critical-stage-sources-say/) - TOP STORY Canadian airlines reportedly close to agreeing to bailout deal CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Global Air Charters Inc. – Order No. 2021-A-S-27 License No. 170005 – order did not take effect as the licensee provided a valid certificated of insurance on February Application - 9215-4400 Québec Inc. c.o.b. as Univair Aviation – Determination
- [February 13, 2021 - Canadian cargo airline plans international expansion](https://ehlaw.ca/february-13-2021-canadian-cargo-airline-plans-international-expansion/) - TOP STORY Cargojet outlines fleet plans CTA DECISIONS Application – Multiple air carriers – exemptions pursuant to paragraph 80(1)(c) of the CTA – Order No. 2021-A-3 Application by multiple air carriers for exemption from selection Air Passenger Protection Regulations of the pursuant to paragraph 80(1)(c) – exemptions granted Application – Hamilton Jetport Limited –
- [Vaccination obligatoire contre la COVID-19 en milieu de travail](https://ehlaw.ca/mandating-covid-19-vaccinations-in-the-workplace/) - En Ontario, le déploiement du vaccin contre la COVID-19 a débuté. Alors que le vaccin est maintenant accessible pour de nombreux travailleurs du secteur des soins de santé, des hôpitaux et du secteur des soins de longue durée, les employeurs dans ces domaines et les domaines connexes se demandent si l’immunisation contre la COVID-19 devrait
- [Mandating COVID-19 Vaccinations in the Workplace](https://ehlaw.ca/mandating-covid-19-vaccinations-in-the-workplace/) - In Ontario, the COVID-19 vaccine rollout has begun. With doses of the vaccination now available for many individuals working in the health care, hospital and long-term care sectors, employers in these fields and beyond are considering whether immunization against COVID-19 should become a mandatory requirement in their workplace. No federal, provincial or local health authority
- [February 6, 2021 - Air Canada ordered to pay compensation over missed flight](https://ehlaw.ca/february-6-2021-air-canada-ordered-to-pay-compensation-over-missed-flight/) - TOP STORY B.C. family to be compensated by Air Canada for missed flight DECISIONS Small claims suit, flight delay – McNabb v. Air Canada, 2021 BCCRT (100) Applicants sought damages under the Canada Transportation Act and Air Passenger Protection Regulations – applicants’ first claim for damages for cancelled flight – claim dismissed, as flight
- [January 30, 2021 - Ailing aviation sector pleads for aid as Ottawa announces new travel restrictions](https://ehlaw.ca/january-30-2021-ailing-aviation-sector-pleads-for-aid-as-ottawa-announces-new-travel-restrictions/) - TOP STORY Ailing aviation sector pleads for aid as Ottawa announces new travel restrictions CTA DECISIONS Application – Compass Airlines, LLC c.o.b. as Compass Airlines, Delta Connection and American Eagle – Determination No. A-2021-14 Applicant requested cancellation of the license – license cancelled Application – Hélinovations Inc. – Determination No. A-2021-15 Application for license
- [January 23, 2021 - Canada clears Boeing 737 Max for flight nearly 2 years after global grounding](https://ehlaw.ca/january-23-2021-canada-clears-boeing-737-max-for-flight-nearly-2-years-after-global-grounding/) - TOP STORY Transport Canada officially lifts the ban on Boeing’s 737 MAX 8 planes CTA DECISIONS Application – WestJet – Determination A-2021-13 Application for exemption from the application of section 59 of the CTA – exemption granted pursuant to paragraph 80(1)(c) of the CTA, subject to several conditions Application – 0869234 B.C. c.o.b. Streak
- [January 21, 2021 - Search of Student’s Purse Uncovering Cocaine Not a Violation of Charter](https://ehlaw.ca/january-21-2021-search-of-students-purse-uncovering-cocaine-not-a-violation-of-charter/) - Search of Student’s Purse Uncovering Cocaine Not a Violation of Charter R. v Calabretta, 2020 ONCJ 435 The Ontario Court of Justice determined that a student’s freedom from unreasonable search and seizure pursuant to section 8 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom was not violated when her purse was searched by an employee of the School
- [January 16, 2021 - Air Canada cuts jobs, drops capacity by 25%](https://ehlaw.ca/january-16-2021-air-canada-cuts-jobs-drops-capacity-by-25/) - TOP STORY Air Canada cuts jobs, drops capacity by 25% CTA DECISIONS Application - Türk Hava Yollari Anonim Ortakligi (Turkish Airlines Inc.) c.o.b. as Turkish Airlines and Turkish Cargo (Turkish Airlines), on behalf of itself and ACT Havayollari A.S. (ACT Airlines Inc.) c.o.b. as ACT Airlines (ACT Airlines) – Determination No. A-2021-8 Turkish Airlines,
- [Details of Emergency Declaration and Impact on Ontario Employers Now Available](https://ehlaw.ca/details-of-emergency-declaration-and-impact-on-ontario-employers-now-available/) - As we advised readers in our earlier Focus Alert, the Province of Ontario has declared a second provincial emergency in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to the stay-at-home order that took effect as of 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, January 14, 2021, the government has now introduced a new regulation that amends the existing
- [Second Provincial Emergency Declared](https://ehlaw.ca/second-provincial-emergency-declared/) - On January 12, 2021, the Province of Ontario declared a second provincial emergency in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (EMCPA). As part of the declaration, the Province has issued a stay-at-home order and other, additional measures to attempt to reduce the mobility of Ontarians and slow the
- [January 9, 2021 - WestJet cutting jobs and slashing flight capacity by 1/3](https://ehlaw.ca/westjet-cutting-jobs-and-slashing-flight-capacity-by-1-3/) - TOP STORY WestJet cutting jobs and slashing flight capacity by 1/3 COVID-19 UPDATES Federal Government publishes proposed regulations for the new federal Pay Equity Act DECISIONS Certification, class action lawsuit – Bergen v. WestJet Airlines Ltd., 2021 BCSC 12 Plaintiff sought certification of a class proceeding against the defendants WestJet Airlines Ltd. and
- [New Pandemic-Related Requirements for Ottawa Employers](https://ehlaw.ca/new-pandemic-related-requirements-for-ottawa-employers/) - On December 18, 2020, Vera Etches, Medical Officer of Health for the City of Ottawa (the “City”), issued a Letter of Instruction (the “Letter”) to all employers in the City permitted to be open under the Reopening Ontario Act and Related Regulations. The Letter sets out Ottawa Public Health’s instructions regarding the additional actions to
- [Rising COVID-19 Case Numbers Prompt Province-wide Shutdown](https://ehlaw.ca/rising-covid-19-case-numbers-prompt-province-wide-shutdown/) - On December 21, 2020, the Ontario government confirmed a widely expected mandatory shutdown as the province recorded more than 2,000 new COVID-19 cases for the sixth consecutive day on Sunday. Beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Boxing Day (Saturday, December 26, 2020), the entire province will be subject to additional restrictions and Ontarians will be expected
- [Provincial Government Extends the COVID-19 Period under the Employment Standards Act’s Infectious Disease Emergency Leave Regulation to July 3, 2021 and Provides Greater Flexibility to Employers and Unions in the Hospitality, Tourism and Convention and Trade Show Industries](https://ehlaw.ca/provincial-government-extends-the-covid-19-period-under-the-employment-standards-acts-infectious-disease-emergency-leave-regulation-to-july-3-2021-and-provides-greater-flexibility-to-employe/) - As initially detailed in one of our early COVID-19 Focus Alerts, O. Reg. 228/ 20 – the Infectious Disease Emergency Leave (“IDEL”) regulation under the Employment Standards Act (“ESA”) – was put in place in order to provide employers impacted by the pandemic with temporary relief from the ESA’s ordinary rules on temporary layoffs and
- [CRA Releases Updated Guidelines on Tax Deductions for Work-From-Home Expenses During the Pandemic](https://ehlaw.ca/cra-releases-updated-guidelines-on-tax-deductions-for-work-from-home-expenses-during-pandemic/) - Although some employees were permitted to make personal income tax deductions related to certain home office expenses even before COVID-19 arrived on Canadian soil, these were subject to fairly stringent eligibility and compliance requirements. In response to the pandemic and the related shift of a significant portion of the Canadian workforce into work-from-home arrangements, temporary
- [Ontario Government Introduces Legislation Addressing WSIB Premiums in Light of COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-introduces-legislation-addressing-wsib-premiums-in-light-of-covid-19/) - On December 8, 2020, the Ontario government introduced Bill 238, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Amendment Act, 2020 (the “Bill”). If passed, the Bill would amend the existing Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997 so as to protect employers from sudden and unexpected increases to their Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (or “WSIB”) premiums in
- [Ontario Government Extends COVID-19 Orders into the New Year](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-extends-covid-19-orders-into-the-new-year/) - Readers will recall that in late July, emergency orders put in place to address the COVID-19 pandemic were continued under new legislation, being the Reopening Ontario (A Flexible Response to COVID-19) Act, 2020 (the “Act”). Besides continuing the orders, the Act gave the Lieutenant Governor in Council the authority to not only extend the orders
- [December 19, 2020 - Aviation will need 27,000 pilots in 2021 as shortage continues despite downturn](https://ehlaw.ca/december-19-2020-aviation-will-need-27000-pilots-in-2021-as-shortage-continues-despite-downturn/) - TOP STORY Aviation will need 27,000 pilots in 2021 as shortage continues despite downturn CTA DECISIONS Cancellation – Air Georgian Limited – Determination No. A-2020-206 License Nos. 980105, 980106, 980179 Cancellation – Dax Air Enterprises Inc. – Determination No. A-2020-205 License Nos. 090005, 090006 Suspension – Western Airways, Inc – Order No. 2020-A-S-88 License
- [Arbitrator Deems COVID-19 Surveillance Testing Policy Reasonable  in Retirement Home Setting](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-deems-covid-19-surveillance-testing-policy-reasonable-in-retirement-home-setting/) - Given the novelty of COVID-19, employers in various sectors continue to grapple with the implementation of health and safety policies and procedures that are both appropriate and reasonable to protect individuals in their particular workplace from the transmission of the virus. Where these policies and procedures are subsequently challenged by unions, arbitral jurisprudence should provide
- [December 12, 2020 - NAV Canada lays off an additional 180 workers](https://ehlaw.ca/december-5-2020-nav-canada-lays-off-an-additional-180-workers/) - TOP STORY NAV CANADA announces additional workforce change CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Aero National, Inc – Order No. 2020-A-S-84License No. 080115 – license reinstated December 8, 2020 Suspension – Corporate Jet LLC c.o.b. Priority Jet – Order No. 2020-A-S-83License No. 030138 Application – Talon Helicopters Ltd. – Determination No. A-2020-198Application for license to operate
- [December 5, 2020 - Airlines disappointed by the lack of a bailout plan in federal fiscal update](https://ehlaw.ca/november-21-2020-canada-promises-big-fines-for-companies-that-breach-new-privacy-law-2/) - TOP STORY Airlines disappointed by the lack of a bailout plan in federal fiscal update CIRB DECISIONS Declaration of sale of business – Vancouver Canada Aviation Partners Inc. – Order No. 11562-U Application for a declaration that a sale of business occurred from asset sale of Executive Air Craft Ltd to Vancouver Canada Aviation
- [Ontario's Workplace Education and Enforcement Campaigns](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-announces-launch-of-workplace-education-and-enforcement-campaigns/) - On November 19, 2020, the Ontario government formally announced the launch of a series of education and enforcement campaigns intended to assist businesses in strategic locations throughout the province to make sure that they take all necessary steps to reduce the risk of transmission of COVID-19 to their employees, to their customers and to the
- [Federal Government Extends Timelines for Temporary Layoffs for Federally-Regulated Employers to 2021](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-extends-timelines-for-temporary-layoffs-to-2021/) - Earlier in the summer, the Federal government announced the extension of legislated timelines for temporary layoffs under the Canada Labour Standards Regulations (the “Regulations”). The Federal government recently announced that these timelines would be further extended, meaning that federally-regulated employers will now be permitted to temporarily layoff employees in certain circumstances into the new year.
- [Legislation Offering Civil Liability Protection Related to COVID-19 Now in Effect](https://ehlaw.ca/legislation-offering-civil-liability-protection-related-to-covid-19-now-in-effect/) - Bill 218, Supporting Ontario’s Recovery and Municipal Elections Act, 2020 (the “Bill”) was introduced before the Ontario legislature on October 20, 2020. The Bill enacts the Supporting Ontario’s Recovery Act, 2020 in order to provide civil liability protection related to COVID-19. On November 16, 2020, Bill 218 was reported as amended from Standing Committee and
- [Second Wave of COVID-19 in Ontario Brings Changes to the Provincial Public Health Landscape](https://ehlaw.ca/second-wave-of-covid-19-in-ontario-brings-changes-to-the-provincial-public-health-landscape/) - With the second wave of COVID-19 now in full swing within our borders, the Ontario government and public health authorities continue to work to adapt the public health landscape in an effort to improve their ongoing response to the pandemic. Some of the most notable developments we have seen in the past days and weeks
- [November 28, 2020 - Canada’s airline industry still waiting for financial-support package from Ottawa](https://ehlaw.ca/november-28-2020-canadas-airline-industry-still-waiting-for-financial-support-package-from-ottawa/) - TOP STORY Canada’s airline industry still waiting to be bailed out by Ottawa DECISIONS Class action certification – Donaldson v. Swoop Inc, 2020 FC 1089Plaintiff seeks certification and appointment as the representative Plaintiff in a proposed class action against the Defendants, WestJet Airlines Ltd, Swoop Inc, Sunwing Airlines Inc, Air Canada and Air Transat, for a
- [La Cour d’appel de l’Ontario juge qu’une disposition illégale relative au congédiement avec « motif valable » invalide toutes les dispositions portant sur la résiliation d’emploi](https://ehlaw.ca/la-cour-dappel-de-lontario-juge-quune-disposition-illegale-relative-au-congediement-avec- motif-valable -invalide-toutes-les-dispositions-portant/?lang=fr) - Récemment dans l’affaire Waksdale c. Swegon North America Inc. 2020 ONCA 391, la Cour d’appel de l’Ontario a été confrontée à un contrat de travail qui contenait deux dispositions distinctes de résiliation d’emploi. L’une des dispositions traitait du congédiement pour « motif valable ». Les parties l’ont jugée comme étant illégale parce qu’elle offrait un avantage moindre que
- [le 30 juin 2020 - La décision du conseil scolaire de rétrograder un directeur d’école est annulée par la Cour](https://ehlaw.ca/le-30-juin-2020-la-decision-du-conseil-scolaire-de-retrograder-un-directeur-decole-est-annulee-par-la-cour/?lang=fr) - La décision du conseil scolaire de rétrograder un directeur d’école est annulée par la Cour Oberg c Saskatchewan (Board of Education of the South East Cornerstone School Division No. 209), 2020 SKQB 96 Un directeur d’école a déposé une requête en révision judiciaire contestant la décision du conseil scolaire de le rétrograder de ses fonctions de
- [October 17, 2020 - WestJet cuts ‘just the leading edge’ if feds don’t provide aid to airlines: experts](https://ehlaw.ca/october-17-2020-westjet-cuts-just-the-leading-edge-if-feds-dont-provide-aid-to-airlines-experts/?lang=fr) - TOP STORY WestJet indefinitely suspends flights across Atlantic Canada and to Quebec City CTA DECISIONS Request to Extend Order No. 2020-A-105 by Air Canada – Letter Decision No. LET-A-66-2020Agency extended the period of temporary exemption from the provisions of section 64 of the CTA and section 14 of the Air Transportation Regulations for all
- [le 8 octobre 2020 - La CRTO rejette l’appel des syndicats au sujet du Guide sur la réouverture des écoles de la province](https://ehlaw.ca/le-8-octobre-2020-la-crto-rejette-lappel-des-syndicats-au-sujet-du-guide-sur-la-reouverture-des-ecoles-de-la-province/?lang=fr) - La CRTO rejette l’appel des syndicats au sujet du Guide sur la réouverture des écoles de la province OSSTF et al c Sa Majesté la reine du chef de l’Ontario, 2020 CRTO Les syndicats alléguaient que le Guide relatif à la réouverture des écoles du ministère de l'Éducation enfreignait la Loi sur la santé et
- [le 8 septembre 2020 - Le gouvernement de l’ Ontario est mieux placé que les tribunaux pour évaluer et remédier les risques entourant la fréquentation scolaire](https://ehlaw.ca/le-8-septembre-2020-le-gouvernement-de-l-ontario-est-mieux-place-que-les-tribunaux-pour-evaluer-et-remedier-les-risques-entourant-la-frequentation-scolaire/?lang=fr) - Le gouvernement de l’ Ontario est mieux placé que les tribunaux pour évaluer et remédier les risques entourant la fréquentation scolaire Chase c Chase, 2020 ONSC 5083 La mère d’un élève a déposé une motion urgente visant à obtenir le pouvoir exclusif en matière de prise de décisions relative à l’éducation de son enfant. Dans sa
- [le 5 août 2020 - La directive de la division scolaire imposant aux enseignants de demeurer à l’école jusqu’à 16h était raisonnable](https://ehlaw.ca/le-5-aout-2020-la-directive-de-la-division-scolaire-imposant-aux-enseignants-de-demeurer-a-lecole-jusqua-16h-etait-raisonnable/?lang=fr) - La directive de la division scolaire imposant aux enseignants de demeurer à l’école jusqu’à 16h était raisonnable The Portage la Prairie Teachers' Association c The Portage la Prairie School Division, 2020 MBQB 93 Le syndicat a présenté une requête en révision judiciaire de la décision d’un arbitre selon laquelle la directive de la division scolaire,
- [La Loi concernant des mesures supplémentaires liées à la COVID-19 reçoit la sanction royale : Ce que cela signifie pour la SSUC](https://ehlaw.ca/la-loi-concernant-des-mesures-supplementaires-liees-a-la-covid-19-recoit-la-sanction-royale-ce-que-cela-signifie-pour-la-ssuc/?lang=fr) - Le 27 juillet 2020, la Loi concernant des mesures supplémentaires liées à la COVID-19 (également appelée projet de loi C-20, ou la « Loi ») a reçu la sanction royale. Le projet de loi C-20 a été adopté par le Sénat sans amendement et la Loi est maintenant entrée en vigueur. Étant donné que certains des changements
- [November 21, 2020 - Canada promises big fines for companies that breach new privacy law](https://ehlaw.ca/november-21-2020-canada-promises-big-fines-for-companies-that-breach-new-privacy-law/) - TOP STORY Federal government proposes new privacy legislation to overhaul private-sector privacy regime COVID UPDATES Federal government proposes ground-breaking private sector privacy legislation CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Ace Belgium Freighters S.A. c.o.b. Ace Beligum Freighters – Order No. 2020-A-S-45 License No. 190060 Suspension – Ace Belgium Freighters S.A. – Order No. 2020-A-S-46 License
- [November 14, 2020 - Statement by Minister Garneau on measures to protect Canadians from the impacts of COVID-19 on the air travel sector](https://ehlaw.ca/november-14-2020-statement-by-minister-garneau-on-measures-to-protect-canadians-from-the-impacts-of-covid-19-on-the-air-travel-sector/) - TOP STORY Garneau says discussions will begin on government help for major airlines and airports CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Nicholas Services, LLC c.o.b. Nicholas Air – Order No. 2020-A-S-30 License No. 170008 Suspension – Grondin Transport Inc c.o.b. Grondair – Determination No. A-2020-184 License Nos. 962323 and 967103 Suspension – Silverhawk Aviation, Inc –
- [November 7, 2020 - New mandatory requirements for all air travellers entering Canada](https://ehlaw.ca/november-7-2020-new-mandatory-requirements-for-all-air-travellers-entering-canada/) - TOP STORY New requirements for air travellers to Canada are mandatory CIRB DECISIONS Declaration of Sale of Business – Bradley Air Services Limited c.o.b. Canadian North – Order No. 11555-UCIRB declares that a sale of business has occurred with the meaning of the Canada Labour Code, that Bradley Air Services Limited c.o.b. Canadian North is the
- [October 31, 2020 - Aviation workers take to streets of Toronto and Montreal to demand support](https://ehlaw.ca/october-31-2020-aviation-workers-take-to-streets-of-toronto-and-montreal-to-demand-support/) - TOP STORY Aviation workers rally to urge the federal government to create a national aviation recovery strategy CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Richmor Aviation, Inc – Order No. 2020-A-183 License No. 967343. Suspension – CFFI Ventures Inc – Order No. 2020-A-182 License No. 170023. Suspension – North Star Air Ltd – Order No. 2020-A-178 License
- [October 24, 2020 - Report: Trudeau Government preparing airline bailout package](https://ehlaw.ca/october-24-2020-report-trudeau-government-preparing-airline-bailout-package/) - TOP STORY Federal cabinet readies airline bailout package CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Airborne Aircraft Management, LLC c.o.b. Seattle Aircraft Charter – Order No. 2020-A-177 License no. 190020 Application – Türk Hava Yollari Anonim Ortakligi (Turkish Airlines Inc.) carrying on business as Turkish Airlines and Turkish Cargo (Turkish Airlines), on behalf of itself and ACT
- [October 10, 2020 - Pilots preferred reduced hours and pay cuts to pandemic layoffs](https://ehlaw.ca/october-10-2020-pilots-preferred-reduced-hours-and-pay-cuts-to-pandemic-layoffs/) - TOP STORY WestJet pilots agreed to take 50% hit to their compensation to help preserve jobs COVID-19 UPDATES Canada recovery benefits legislation receives assent DECISIONS Motion to strike judicial review application – Air Passenger Rights v. Canada (Transportation Agency), 2020 FCA 155 Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA) brought motion to strike judicial review application
- [Ontario Reverts to Modified Stage 2 Restrictions for Ottawa, Toronto and Peel Region](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-reverts-to-modified-stage-2-restrictions-for-ottawa-toronto-and-peel-region/) - On October 9, 2020, the Ontario government announced additional targeted public health measures in the Ottawa, Toronto and Peel public health unit regions. These modified Stage 2 restrictions will be implemented for a minimum of 28 days and reviewed on an ongoing basis. Effective Saturday, October 10, 2020 at 12:01 a.m., the targeted measures that
- [October 7, 2020 - OLRB Dismisses Unions’ Appeal of Province’s Back to School Plan](https://ehlaw.ca/october-7-2020-olrb-dismisses-unions-appeal-of-provinces-back-to-school-plan/) - OLRB Dismisses Unions’ Appeal of Province’s Back to School Plan OSSTF et al v Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Ontario, 2020 CRTO The Unions alleged that the Ministry of Education’s Guide to Re-opening Schools violated the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and appealed the Ministry of Labour’s refusal to inspect and/or issue
- [Canada Recovery Benefits Legislation Receives Royal Assent](https://ehlaw.ca/canada-recovery-benefits-legislation-receives-royal-assent/) - Focus readers will recall that, in late August, the Federal Government announced its intention to introduce legislation that would support the creation and implementation of three new recovery benefits to become available as of September 27, 2020: Canada Recovery Benefit (“CRB”) Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit (“CRSB”) Canada Recovery Caregiving Benefit (“CRCB”) On September 24, 2020,
- [October 3, 2020 - National Airlines Council of Canada supports call by major unions for sectoral assistance](https://ehlaw.ca/october-3-2020-national-airlines-council-of-canada-supports-call-by-major-unions-for-sectoral-assistance/) - TOP STORY NACC supports call by major unions for sectoral assistance CTA DECISIONS Application – Cargojet Airways Ltd. c.o.b. Cargojet Regional – Determination No. 2020-169 Application for a license to operate a scheduled international services, all-cargo aircraft – Agency issues the license. Suspension – Buffalo Aerial Services Ltd. – Determination No. A-2020-168 Application to
- [September 26, 2020 - Airlines demand concrete plan for financial aid following Throne Speech](https://ehlaw.ca/september-26-2020-airlines-demand-concrete-plan-for-financial-aid-following-throne-speech/) - TOP STORY Airlines demand concrete plan for financial aid following Throne Speech DECISIONS Grievance, holiday pay – Air Canada Pilots Association v Air Canada, 2020 CanLII 68783 (CA LA) Union grieves that Pilots are entitled to holiday pay pursuant to Part III of the Canada Labour Code – Arbitrator found employees had substituted their general holidays for dates
- [September 19, 2020 - Government receives over 310,000 requests for safe plan to restart travel and tourism](https://ehlaw.ca/september-19-2020-government-receives-over-310000-requests-for-safe-plan-to-restart-travel-and-tourism/) - TOP STORY Letter campaign calls for safe plan to restart travel and tourism CTA DECISIONS Application – Sander Geophysics Limited – Determination No. A-2020-161 Application for license to operate a non-scheduled international service, small aircraft – license issued. Application – Sander Geophysics Limited – Determination No. A-2020-162 Application for license to operate a domestic
- [September 12, 2020 - WestJet says it cancelled a Calgary to Toronto flight because passengers refused to comply with mask policy](https://ehlaw.ca/september-12-2020-westjet-says-it-cancelled-a-calgary-to-toronto-flight-because-passengers-refused-to-comply-with-mask-policy/) - TOP STORY Airline cancels flight due to passengers’ refusal to comply with mask policy CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Moser Aviation, LLC – Order No. 2020-A-144 License No. 120036 Application – Elevation Helicopters Ltd – Determination No. A-2020-158 Application for license to operate a domestic service, small aircraft – license issued pursuant to section 61 of the Canada Transportation Act. TC/TSB
- [September 8, 2020 - Ontario Superior Court of Justice: The Ontario Government is in a Better Position than the Courts to Assess and Address School Attendance Risks](https://ehlaw.ca/september-8-2020-ontario-superior-court-of-justice-the-ontario-government-is-in-a-better-position-than-the-courts-to-assess-and-address-school-attendance-risks/) - Ontario Superior Court of Justice: The Ontario Government is in a Better Position than the Courts to Assess and Address School Attendance Risks Chase v Chase, 2020 ONSC 5083 The Applicant mother brought an urgent motion to obtain sole decision-making ability for educational decisions respecting her child. The mother requested that her child be registered and
- [September 5, 2020 - Passengers fined for failure to wear face coverings during flight](https://ehlaw.ca/september-5-2020-passengers-fined-for-failure-to-wear-face-coverings-during-flight/) - TOP STORY Transport Canada fines two individuals for failing to follow direction from the flight crew to wear face coverings during flight COVID-19 UPDATES FAQ: Return to School and Requests for Accommodation on the Grounds of Family Status in the Workplace CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Northern Air Transport, Inc cob SelectJet – Order
- [Ontario Government Extends COVID-19 Period re Temporary Layoffs to January 2, 2021](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-extends-covid-19-period-re-temporary-layoffs-to-january-2-2021/) - As Focus readers may recall, as detailed in our earlier Focus Alert, the Ontario government filed Regulation 228/20 under the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”) which provided that non-union employees who did not perform their duties because their hours of work had been temporarily reduced or eliminated due to COVID-19 during what was referred to
- [August 29, 2020 - Airlines face possible refund class action lawsuit](https://ehlaw.ca/august-29-2020-airlines-face-possible-refund-class-action-lawsuit/) - TOP STORY Airlines face possible class action lawsuit as passengers fight for refunds CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Sunrise Aviation, Inc. – Determination No. A-2020-154License No. 970034 Suspension – Reno Flight Services, Inc cob Emergency Airlift – Order No. 2020-A-140 License No. 090024 Suspension – Grand Falls Aviation Service Ltd. – Order No. 2020-A-138 License
- [FAQ: Return to School and Requests for Accommodation on the Grounds of Family Status in the Workplace](https://ehlaw.ca/faq-return-to-school-and-requests-for-accommodation-on-the-grounds-of-family-status-in-the-workplace/) - Employers can expect that many parents whose children will be engaged in remote learning this coming school year, either on a part-time or full-time basis, will request accommodation in the coming months. Below, we address some of the most frequently asked questions arising in this context: Am I required to accommodate an employee who
- [Federal Government Announces Details of Winding Down of CERB Program](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-announces-details-of-winding-down-of-cerb-program/) - On August 20, 2020, the Federal government released the details of the anticipated winding down of the temporary Canada Emergency Response Benefit (or “CERB”) program. The CERB program, which we have covered in depth in earlier Focus Alerts, was launched on April 6 in order to provide a taxable benefit of $2,000 per month for
- [Back to School 2020: How Employers Can Address the Expected Surge in Requests for Accommodation on the Grounds of Family Status](https://ehlaw.ca/back-to-school-2020-how-employers-can-address-the-expected-surge-in-requests-for-accommodation-on-the-grounds-of-family-status/) - Recently, the Ontario government announced its COVID-19: Reopening Schools plan for the fall of 2020. For elementary schools (Kindergarten to Grade 8), the plan anticipates full-time in-person learning for students of all school boards. For secondary schools (Grades 9 to 12), the plan differentiates between “designated school boards,” which will offer a combination of part-time
- [August 22, 2020 - Federal government releases Canada’s Flight Plan for Navigating COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/august-22-2020-federal-government-releases-canadas-flight-plan-for-navigating-covid-19/) - TOP STORY Government of Canada releases Canada’s Flight Plan for safe air travel DECISIONS Grievance, interpretation of Article 12.05(e) – Jazz Aviation LP v Canadian Flight Attendant Union, 2020 CanLII 57429 (CA LA) Union grieved that Article 12.05(e) of the collective agreement required the payment of severance pay for flight attendants in receipt of a
- [Arbitrator Upholds Hospital’s Objection to Qualification of Occupational Hygiene Expert in Field of COVID-19 Infectious Disease Transmission](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-upholds-hospitals-objection-to-qualification-of-occupational-hygiene-expert-in-field-of-covid-19-infectious-disease-transmission/) - Since the beginning of the global COVID-19 pandemic, Ontario health care sector unions have raised occupational health and safety-related concerns particularly with regard to the provision of personal protective equipment (“PPE”), including N95 respirators (“N95”). We previously broached this topic in Focus Alerts regarding challenges brought forward by the Ontario Nurses’ Association in the long-term
- [Le nouveau règlement sur la prévention du harcèlement et de la violence en milieu de travail est publié dans la Gazette du Canada](https://ehlaw.ca/le-nouveau-reglement-sur-la-prevention-du-harcelement-et-de-la-violence-en-milieu-de-travail-est-publie-dans-la-gazette-du-canada/?lang=fr) - Dans un article Au Point précédent, nous avons examiné les dispositions du projet de loi C-65, Loi modifiant le Code canadien du travail (harcèlement et violence), la Loi sur les relations de travail au Parlement, et la Loi no 1 d’exécution du budget de 2017 (la « Loi »). Les lecteurs se souviendront que l'un des principaux
- [August 15, 2020 - American pilot wins case over fumes-induced illness](https://ehlaw.ca/august-15-2020-american-pilot-wins-case-over-fumes-induced-illness/) - TOP STORY Air CanadJetblue pilot wins landmark compensation case against airline after getting ill from contaminated aira, WestJet cabin crew unions implore Federal Government to 'Let Us Work', or bail us out DECISIONS Preliminary Rejection – Pollués de Montréal-Trudeau (LPDMT) c. Aéroports de Montréal (ADM), 2020 QCCS 2432 Application for preliminary rejection by ADM
- [August 8, 2020 - CUPE’s plea to Trudeau: “Let us work or bail us out”](https://ehlaw.ca/august-8-2020-cupes-plea-to-trudeau-let-us-work-or-bail-us-out/) - TOP STORY Air Canada, WestJet cabin crew unions implore Federal Government to 'Let Us Work', or bail us out COVID-19 UPDATES An Act Respecting further COVID-19 Measures receives Royal Assent: What this means for the CEWS DECISIONS Public Service Grievance Board – Term of Employment – Tremblay v. Ontario (Ministry of Natural Resources
- [An Act Respecting further COVID-19 Measures Receives Royal Assent: What This Means for the CEWS](https://ehlaw.ca/an-act-respecting-further-covid-19-measures-receives-royal-assent-what-this-means-for-the-cews/) - On July 27, 2020, An Act Respecting further COVID-19 Measures (also referred to as Bill C-20, or the “Act”) received Royal Assent. Bill C-20, which we reviewed briefly while it was before the House of Commons in an earlier Focus Alert, passed the Senate without amendment and the Act has now come into effect. Since
- [August 1, 2020 - Slow virus containment delaying global air traffic recovery](https://ehlaw.ca/august-1-2020-slow-virus-containment-delaying-global-air-traffic-recovery/) - TOP STORY Air travel expected to not recover before 2024 CIRB DECISIONS Bargaining Certificate – PAL Aerospace Ltd. – Order No. 11524-U ALPA – all pilots employed by PAL Aerospace Ltd., excluding managers, directors, vice-presidents, company chief pilots, chief pilot Curaçao, deputy chief pilots, training captains, supervisors and persons above the rank of supervisor CTA
- [Coming into Force of the Reopening Ontario (A Flexible Response to COVID-19) Act, 2020: What This Means for Employers](https://ehlaw.ca/coming-into-force-of-the-reopening-ontario-a-flexible-response-to-covid-19-act-2020-what-this-means-for-employers/) - In Ontario, a declaration of emergency made under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (“EMCPA”), as well as any emergency orders adopted under the EMCPA, are periodically reviewed and renewed, as required. Most recently, the provincial declaration of emergency was extended to July 24, 2020 while existing emergency orders were extended to July 29,
- [July 25, 2020 - PAL Aerospace pilots certified by ALPA](https://ehlaw.ca/july-25-2020-pal-aerospace-pilots-certified-by-alpa/) - TOP STORY ALPA represents 60-Plus PAL Aerospace pilots COVID-19 UPDATES Government extends COVID-19 Leave available under the Canada Labour Code by up to 8 weeks Canadian government proposes significant changes to emergency wage subsidy in Bill C-20 DECISIONS Grievance – Jurisdiction – Tremblay v. Ontario (Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry), [2020] O.P.S.G.B.A.
- [Canadian Government Proposes Significant Changes to Emergency Wage Subsidy in Bill C-20](https://ehlaw.ca/canadian-government-proposes-significant-changes-to-emergency-wage-subsidy-in-bill-c-20/) - Since its initial launch in the spring, the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (or “CEWS”) – a temporary program intended to protect jobs by helping employers keep their employees on payroll while navigating the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic – has already benefited approximately 3 million Canadian workers. On July 20, 2020, the Federal government introduced Bill C-20, An Act
- [Government Extends COVID-19 Leave Available Under the Canada Labour Code by up to 8 Weeks](https://ehlaw.ca/government-extends-covid-19-leave-available-under-the-canada-labour-code-by-up-to-8-weeks/) - In a previous Focus Alert, we discussed the creation and implementation of the temporary new “Leave Related to COVID-19” (or “COVID-19 Leave”) for federally regulated employees subject to the application of the Canada Labour Code. Initially, COVID-19 Leave was subject to a maximum duration of 16 weeks during which an eligible employee could benefit from
- [July 18, 2020 - GTAA to eliminate 500 positions as part of restructuring](https://ehlaw.ca/july-18-2020-gtaa-to-eliminate-500-positions-as-part-of-restructuring/) - TOP STORY Toronto's Pearson airport cuts 1/4 of staff due to reduced travel demand amid COVID-19 pandemic DECISIONS Duty of Fair Representation – M.R. v Viking Air Limited, 2020 BCLRB 73 Complainant alleged Union breached its statutory duty of fair representation when it did not pursue a grievance on his behalf – claimed Union representation was
- [Ontario Government Announces Beginning of Stage 3 of Provincial Reopening](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-announces-beginning-of-stage-3-of-provincial-reopening/) - On May 19, 2020, Ontario officially entered Phase 2 (Restart Phase) of the gradual and phased reopening process detailed in its Framework for Reopening our Province. Almost two months later, the Ontario government announced that in light of current public health indicators, a majority of public health regions in the province would soon be permitted
- [July 11, 2020 - Breach of employer COVID-19 procedures ground for dismissal](https://ehlaw.ca/july-11-2020-breach-of-employer-covid-19-procedures-ground-for-dismissal/) - TOP STORY Garda Security Screening Inc. v. IAM, District 140 (Shoker Grievance), [2020] O.L.A.A. No. 162 DECISIONS Appeal – Suitable Work – Decision No. 475/20, 2020 ONWSIAT 1014 Airport worker attended ER following workplace injury but no Form 8 filled out – employer offered modified work, refused by worker – worker attended physician 3 days later
- [July 4, 2020 - Federal Government temporarily extends timelines for layoffs under the Canada Labour Code](https://ehlaw.ca/july-4-2020-federal-government-temporarily-extends-timelines-for-layoffs-under-the-canada-labour-code/) - TOP STORY Federal Government temporarily extends timelines for layoffs under the Canada Labour Code DECISIONS Ticket Transferability – Dell v. Air Canada, 2020 BCCRT 708 Applicant sought reimbursement after Air Canada changed aircraft and connections on flight – Tickets purchased for codeshare flight between Lufthansa and Air Canada – Applicant argued flight operated by Air Canada
- [June 30, 2020 - School Board’s Decision to Demote Principal is Quashed on Judicial Review](https://ehlaw.ca/june-30-2020-school-boards-decision-to-demote-principal-is-quashed-on-judicial-review/) - School Board’s Decision to Demote Principal is Quashed on Judicial Review Oberg v Saskatchewan (Board of Education of the South East Cornerstone School Division No. 209), 2020 SKQB 96 A School Principal applied for judicial review of the decision of the School Board by which he was removed from his position as a School Principal because
- [June 27, 2020 - Airlines defend travel vouchers decision to House of Commons health committee](https://ehlaw.ca/june-27-2020-airlines-defend-travel-vouchers-decision-to-house-of-commons-health-committee/) - TOP STORY Airline execs double down on refund refusal amid parliamentary grilling DECISIONS Appeal – Healthcare benefits – Loss of Earnings – Decision No. 411/20, 2020 ONWSIAT 951 Station Attendant for airline sustained lower back injury at work – entitled to acupuncture treatments – not entitled to reimbursement of TENS unit purchased after declared
- [Federal Government Temporarily Extends Timelines for Layoffs under the Canada Labour Code](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-temporarily-extends-timelines-for-layoffs-under-the-canada-labour-code/) - Since the beginning of the COVID-19 outbreak in Canada, federally regulated private sector employers who have had to temporarily layoff employees have been facing the looming timelines related to deemed terminations under the Canada Labour Standards Regulations (the “Regulations”). Ordinarily, the Regulations, which are subordinate legislation to the Canada Labour Code, allow employers to layoff
- [June 20, 2020 - First passenger arrested for failing to wear a mask during flight](https://ehlaw.ca/june-20-2020-first-passenger-arrested-for-failing-to-wear-a-mask-during-flight/) - TOP STORY Guest smoking, not wearing mask, forces WestJet flight to land in Winnipeg on weekend DECISIONS Transportation Security Clearance – Jackson v. Canada (Attorney General), 2020 FC 685 Employee denied Transportation Security Clearance and consequently administratively discharged of her position at airport – applied for judicial review of Minister’s decision – seeking stay of Minister’s
- [Conseil scolaire francophone de la Colombie‑Britannique c. Colombie‑Britannique](https://ehlaw.ca/conseil-scolaire-francophone-de-la-colombie‑britannique-c-colombie‑britannique/?lang=fr) - Le 12 juin 2020, la Cour suprême du Canada, sous la plume du juge en chef Wagner, a tranché en faveur du Conseil scolaire francophone de la Colombie-Britannique (CSF) et de la Fédération des parents francophones de la Colombie-Britannique (FPFCB) soutenant que plusieurs aspects du financement du système d’éducation de la Colombie-Britannique pénalisent la minorité
- [June 13, 2020 - Canada to introduce temperature checks at airports by the end of June](https://ehlaw.ca/june-13-2020-canada-to-introduce-temperature-checks-at-airports-by-the-end-of-june/) - TOP STORY Airline temperature checks to become mandatory for travellers in Canada COVID-19 UPDATES Ontario Government Announces Regional Approach to Stage 2 Reopening DECISIONS Revised application – 9261-2738 Québec inc. c. Succession de Nadeau, 2020 QCCA 732 Appeal of decision dismissing request to revise original application – prescription period – concurrent proceedings – appeal dismissed
- [L’Ontario apporte des changements importants aux règles de la LNE concernant les mises à pied temporaires et les congédiements déguisés](https://ehlaw.ca/lontario-apporte-des-changements-importants-aux-regles-de-la-lne-concernant-les-mises-a-pied-temporaires-et-les-congediements-deguises/?lang=fr) - Le 29 mai 2020, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a déposé le Règlement 228/20 — Congé spécial en raison d’une maladie infectieuse (le « Règlement ») en vertu de la Loi de 2000 sur les normes d’emploi (la « LNE »). Le nouveau Règlement prévoit que, dans certaines situations, les employés des employeurs touchés par la pandémie de la COVID-19 sont
- [Ontario Government Announces Regional Approach to Stage 2 Reopening](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-announces-regional-approach-to-stage-2-reopening/) - As initially detailed in our earlier Focus Alert, Ontario will reopen in accordance with the three-stage approach detailed in the provincial government’s Framework for Reopening our Province. On June 8, 2020, the Ontario government announced that based on trends of key public health indicators, including lower transmission rates of COVID-19, increased hospital capacity and progress
- [June 6, 2020 - Bombardier to lay off 2,500 aviation workers amid COVID-19 struggles](https://ehlaw.ca/june-6-2020-bombardier-to-lay-off-2500-aviation-workers-amid-covid-19-struggles/) - TOP STORY Bombardier to lay off 2,500 aviation workers amid COVID-19 struggles COVID-19 UPDATES Ontario makes important changes to ESA rules related to temporary layoffs and constructive dismissals CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Causey Aviation Service, Inc. – Order No. 2020-A-95 License No. 977017, license reinstated effective June 4, 2020 Application – Jet Up Aviation, LLC c-o-b Jet
- [Ontario makes important changes to ESA rules related to temporary layoffs and constructive dismissals](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-makes-important-changes-to-esa-rules-related-to-temporary-layoffs-and-constructive-dismissals/) - On May 29, 2020, the Ontario government filed Regulation 228/20 – Infectious Disease Emergency Leave (“Regulation”) under the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”). This new Regulation provides employers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic with temporary relief from the ESA’s rules on temporary layoff, termination, severance and constructive dismissal by deeming an employee to be on
- [May 30, 2020 - Canadian airlines could ‘fail’ if forced to refund passengers, says transport minister](https://ehlaw.ca/canadian-airlines-could-fail-if-forced-to-refund-passengers-says-transport-minister/) - TOP STORY Canadian airlines could ‘fail’ if forced to refund passengers, says transport minister COVID-19 UPDATES Arbitrator rules on employees’ entitlement to paid sick leave for COVID-19 related absences Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy Consultation and Changes DECISIONS Application, Judicial Review – Air Passengers Rights v. Canada (Transportation Agency), 2020 FCA 92 Canada Transportation Agency (CTA)
- [Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy Consultation and Changes](https://ehlaw.ca/canada-emergency-wage-subsidy-consultation-and-changes/) - The Federal government launched a Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (the “CEWS”) Consultation on May 25, 2020, asking for input from businesses, labour representatives, not-for-profits, and charities on potential changes to the CEWS program. The consultation, which is open until June 5, 2020, seeks input on eight key questions. Those interested in participating in the consultation
- [Arbitrator finds full-time employees are only entitled to paid sick leave if they are symptomatic or tested positive for COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-finds-full-time-employees-are-only-entitled-to-paid-sick-leave-if-they-are-symptomatic-or-tested-positive-for-covid-19/) - As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact our workplaces, many unionized employers may have been questioning whether employees who are quarantined (self-isolating) but who are not themselves ill or exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 or do not test positive (or do not get tested at all) are entitled to any paid sick leave provided under a
- [Grief de politique accéléré entre les foyers participants et l’AIIO : le droit aux EPI n’est pas totalement illimité](https://ehlaw.ca/grief-de-politique-accelere-entre-les-foyers-participants-et-laiio-le-droit-aux-epi-nest-pas-totalement-illimite/?lang=fr) - La Cour supérieure de justice de l’Ontario a récemment émis une injonction ordonnant à quatre foyers de soins de longue durée distincts dans la région du Grand Toronto de se conformer aux directives no 3 et no 5 du médecin-hygiéniste en chef de la province de l’Ontario en vertu de l’article 7.7 de la Loi sur la protection
- [May 23, 2020 - ACI and IATA outline roadmap for aviation industry restart](https://ehlaw.ca/may-23-2020-aci-and-iata-outline-roadmap-for-aviation-industry-restart/) - TOP STORY ACI and IATA outline roadmap for aviation industry restart COVID-19 UPDATES EH Webinar: Return to Work Considerations CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Cavok Air – Determination No. A-2020-100 License No. 160015 Suspension – Oklahoma Aviation LLC – Order No. 2020-A-86 License No. 150078 Application – Paragon Aviation Logistics, Inc. c-o-b Paragon Executive Charter and CSM Aviation – Order No. A-2020-101 License
- [May 16, 2020 - Air Canada to lay off 20,000 employees starting June 7](https://ehlaw.ca/may-16-2020-air-canada-to-lay-off-20000-employees-starting-june-7/) - TOP STORY Air Canada to lay off 20,000 workers amid travel industry collapse COVID-19 UPDATES Annual Meetings of Federal Corporations During the COVID-19 Outbreak Federal Government clarifies interaction between CERB and SUB plans CTA DECISIONS Canadian Status Determination - Air Canada’s Proposed Acquisition of Transat A.T. Inc – Letter Decision No. LET-A-33-2020 Canadian status determination on
- [Ontario Announces Additional Workplaces that Can Reopen](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-announces-additional-workplaces-that-can-reopen/) - On March 17, 2020, the Ontario government declared a provincial state of emergency under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (EMCPA), which provides the Lieutenant Governor with the power to make temporary emergency orders believed to be necessary to prevent, reduce or mitigate serious harm to persons or property in times of declared emergency.
- [Annual Meetings of Federal Corporations During the COVID-19 Outbreak](https://ehlaw.ca/annual-meetings-of-federal-corporations-during-the-covid-19-outbreak/) - Under the Canada Business Corporations Act and the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act, federally incorporated businesses and not-for-profit corporations are required to hold an annual general meeting of shareholders and members within 15 months of the previous annual general meeting (AGM) and no more than 6 months after the organization’s last financial year-end. Recognizing that holding
- [Emergency Order Allows Ontario Government to Manage Long-Term Care Homes](https://ehlaw.ca/emergency-order-allows-ontario-government-to-manage-long-term-care-homes/) - The Ontario government has taken numerous actions to address the unique risk facing long-term care homes trying to contain the COVID-19 outbreak. These actions, which have been discussed in greater depth in earlier Focus Alerts, have included the implementation of several emergency orders under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, restricting the movement of staff
- [Federal Government Clarifies Interaction Between CERB and SUB Plans](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-clarifies-interaction-between-cerb-and-sub-plans/) - The Federal government has updated its Q&A Page on the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (“CERB”), confirming that registered Supplemental Unemployment Benefit (“SUB”) plans cannot be used in conjunction with the CERB. Registered SUB Plans SUB plans permit an employer to increase employees’ weekly earnings when they are unemployed due to a temporary shortage or
- [Federal Government Introduces New Process to Return Temporary Foreign Workers to Work Quickly](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-introduces-new-process-to-return-temporary-foreign-workers-to-work-quickly/) - On May 12, 2020, the Federal government introduced a new temporary process that will allow temporary foreign workers to get back to work quickly after many of them lost their jobs for reasons related to COVID-19. Many temporary workers with employer-specific work permits lost their jobs when the COVID-19 pandemic started in the spring. While
- [New Government Website for Temporary Pandemic Pay: Some Clarifications and More Information to Come](https://ehlaw.ca/new-government-website-for-temporary-pandemic-pay-some-clarifications-and-more-information-to-come/) - On May 6, 2020, the Ontario government unveiled its new website: COVID-19: Temporary pandemic pay. The website, in addition to containing information previously announced by the government on April 25, 2020, provides additional details on how eligible frontline and support workers are to be paid and how temporary pandemic pay affects items such as base
- [May 9, 2020 - Darkest Period Ever for Canadian Aviation](https://ehlaw.ca/may-9-2020-darkest-period-ever-for-canadian-aviation/) - TOP STORY ‘Darkest period ever’: Air Canada sees pandemic lasting at least three years CIRB DECISIONS Declaration of Sale of Business – Bradley Air Services Limited c-o-b Canadian North – Order No. 11505-U Application for declaration that a sale of business has occurred under the Canada Labour Code between Canadian North Inc. and Bradley Air Services Limited and that
- [Participating Nursing Homes and ONA – Expedited COVID-19 Policy Grievance: Right to PPE Not Completely Unfettered](https://ehlaw.ca/participating-nursing-homes-and-ona-expedited-covid-19-policy-grievance-right-to-ppe-not-completely-unfettered/) - The Ontario Superior Court of Justice recently issued a mandatory injunction ordering four separate long-term care homes in and around the GTA to comply with Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health’s (“CMOH”) Directives #3 and #5 under section 77.7 of the Health Protection and Promotion Act (“HPPA”). These directives pertaining to practices and procedures in
- [May 2, 2020 - NACC requests support from Federal Government to address impact of COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/may-2-2020-nacc-requests-support-from-federal-government-to-address-impact-of-covid-19/) - TOP STORY Strong airlines for a strong Canada COVID-19 UPDATES Applications Open for the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy on April 27, 2020 CIRB DECISIONS Application for certification – Morningstar Air Express Inc. – Order No. 11496-U Unifor was bargaining agent for a unit of Morningstar Air Express Inc. – ALPA applied for certification as bargaining agent
- [Le gouvernement de l’Ontario publie des lignes directrices spécifiques sur la sécurité au travail en prévision de la réouverture progressive de la province](https://ehlaw.ca/le-gouvernement-de-lontario-publie-des-lignes-directices-specifiques-sur-la-securite-au-travail-en-prevision-de-la-reouverture-progressive-de-la-provence/?lang=fr) - Le 30 avril 2020, en préparation de la relance progressive de l’économie provinciale et conformément au Cadre visant le déconfinement de la province, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a publié de nouvelles lignes directrices de sécurité pour les employeurs. Ces lignes directrices sont le fruit d’un partenariat entre le Ministère du Travail, de la Formation et
- [Ontario Government Releases Specific Workplace Safety Guidelines in Preparation for Gradual Provincial Reopening](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-releases-specific-workplace-safety-guidelines-in-preparation-for-gradual-provincial-re-opening/) - On April 30, 2020, in preparation for the eventual gradual re-opening of the province in accordance with its recently announced A Framework for Reopening our Province (discussed in a previous Focus Alert), the Ontario government released new safety guidelines for employers. The guidelines, which are the product of a partnership between the Ministry of Labour,
- [Government of Ontario Introduces Phased Plan to Reopen the Province](https://ehlaw.ca/government-of-ontario-introduces-phased-plan-to-reopen-the-province/) - Recently, the Ontario Minister of Health announced that Ontario has reached the anticipated peak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Following this announcement, on April 27, 2020, Premier Ford released a Framework for reopening Ontario as the next phase in the Province’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The framework outlines the methods and principles that the government
- [Ontario Government Announces Temporary Pandemic Pay to Support Frontline Workers Fighting COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-announces-temporary-pandemic-pay-to-support-frontline-workers-fighting-covid-19/) - The Ontario government has announced that it will be providing frontline workers with temporary pandemic pay, in recognition of their dedication, long hours and increased risk of working to contain the COVID-19 outbreak. Eligible frontline workers will see an increase of $4.00/hour to their existing regular wages for a 16-week period from April 24, 2020
- [Ontario Issues Emergency Order to Support Hospitals in Assisting Long-Term Care Homes](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-issues-emergency-order-to-support-hospitals-in-assisting-long-term-care-homes/) - As the COVID-19 outbreak continues in Ontario, it has become increasingly clear that those living and working in long-term care homes are likely at a higher risk of being exposed to, and potentially becoming ill as a result of, the virus. On April 24, 2020, amendments were made to the existing provincial emergency order (Ontario
- [Emergency Order Providing Work Restrictions on Congregate Care Settings Takes Effect Thursday, April 30, 2020](https://ehlaw.ca/emergency-order-providing-work-restrictions-on-congregate-care-settings-takes-effect-thursday-april-30-2020/) - On April 24, 2020, as part of the Ontario government’s enhanced action plan, an emergency order was passed by the Ontario legislature – Ontario Regulation 177/20 – which limits employees working in congregate care setting residences to working for one agency in the same sector commencing at 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, April 30, 2020, even
- [La Cour supérieure de justice de l’Ontario émet une injonction d’urgence dans le secteur des soins de longue durée à la demande du syndicat des infirmières et infirmiers](https://ehlaw.ca/la-cour-superieure-de-justice-de-lontario-emet-une-injonction-durgence-dans-le-secteur-des-soins-de-longue-duree-a-la-demande-du-syndicat-des-infirmieres-et-infirmiers/?lang=fr) - Une caractéristique majeure de la pandémie mondiale de COVID-19 a été les préoccupations liées à la santé et à la sécurité au travail qu’elle a soulevées pour les personnes travaillant dans le domaine des soins de santé. Afin de répondre à ces préoccupations et au risque associé, le médecin-hygiéniste en chef de la province de
- [April 25, 2020 - COVID-19 AOSH: Understanding the right to refuse](https://ehlaw.ca/april-25-2020-covid-19-aosh-understanding-the-right-to-refuse/) - TOP STORY COVID-19 AOSH: Understanding the right to refuse COVID-19 UPDATES Applications Open for the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy on April 27, 2020 Federal Government Announces Expanded Eligibility Rules for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit Ontario Government Makes Emergency Order Regarding Work Redeployment Measures for Municipalities in Relation to Critical Municipal Services Ontario Government
- [Ontario Superior Court of Justice Issues Emergency Injunction in Long-Term Care Sector at Request of Nurses’ Union](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-superior-court-of-justice-issues-emergency-injunction-in-long-term-care-sector-at-request-of-nurses-union/) - A major characteristic of the global COVID-19 pandemic has been the occupational health and safety-related concerns that it has raised for those working in the health care field. In an effort to address these concerns and the associated risk, the Chief Medical Officer of Health for the province of Ontario has issued a number of
- [Le gouvernement de l’Ontario prend un décret d’urgence sur la dotation en personnel et la réaffectation pour les conseils de santé en raison de la COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/le-gouvernement-de-lontario-prend-un-decret-durgence-sur-la-dotation-en-personnel-et-la-reaffectation-pour-les-conseils-de-sante-en-raison-de-la-covid-19/?lang=fr) - Le gouvernement de l’Ontario a déposé un décret d’urgence le 1er avril 2020 accordant aux conseils de santé de larges pouvoirs pour répondre aux besoins en matière de dotation du personnel et d’affectation du travail en rapport avec la COVID-19. Le décret Mesures d’affectation du travail pour les conseils de santé pris en vertu de
- [Décret d’urgence sur la dotation en personnel, l’affectation du travail et des mesures uniformisées pour les organismes de service pour adultes ayant une déficience intellectuelle](https://ehlaw.ca/decret-durgence-sur-la-dotation-en-personnel-laffectation-du-travail-et-des-mesures-uniformisees-pour-les-organismes-de-service-pour-adultes-ayant-une-deficience-intellectuelle/?lang=fr) - Le 17 mars 2020, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a déclaré l’état d’urgence dans toute la province. Le 31 mars 2020, cet état d’urgence a été prolongé de 14 jours. Grâce aux pouvoirs élargis qui lui sont conférés en vertu de la Loi sur la protection civile et la gestion des situations d’urgence (« LPCGSU »), le gouvernement
- [L’Ontario réduit davantage la liste des lieux de travail essentiels en réponse à la pandémie](https://ehlaw.ca/lontario-reduit-davantage-la-liste-des-lieux-de-travail-essentiels-en-reponse-a-la-pandemie/?lang=fr) - Suite à l’ordonnance imposant la fermeture de tous les lieux de travail non essentiels qui est entrée en vigueur le 24 mars 2020, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a suivi l’avis du médecin hygiéniste en chef en réduisant davantage la liste des entreprises classées comme étant essentielles afin de mieux protéger les Ontariens contre la COVID-19.
- [Le gouvernement de l’Ontario dépose un deuxième décret d’urgence pour répondre aux défis auxquels sont confrontés les foyers de soins de longue durée pendant la pandémie de la COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/le-gouvernement-de-lontario-depose-un-deuxieme-decret-durgence-pour-repondre-aux-defis-auxquels-sont-confrontes-les-foyers-de-soins-de-longue-duree-pendant-la-pandemie-de-la-covid-19/?lang=fr) - Le 17 mars 2020, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a déclaré l’état d’urgence conformément au décret 518/2020. Grâce aux pouvoirs élargis qui lui sont conférés en vertu de la Loi sur la protection civile et la gestion des situations d’urgence, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a apporté plusieurs modifications réglementaires pour répondre aux besoins des foyers de
- [Applications Open for the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy on April 27, 2020](https://ehlaw.ca/applications-open-for-the-canada-emergency-wage-subsidy-on-april-27-2020/) - As part of Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan, the federal government introduced the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (the “CEWS”), designed to assist employers in continuing to pay their employees and avoiding lay-offs during the COVID-19 pandemic. As announced earlier this month, the CEWS will provide eligible employers with a wage subsidy of up to 75%
- [Federal Government Announces Expanded Eligibility Rules for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-announces-expanded-eligibility-rules-for-the-canada-emergency-response-benefit/) - Since the initial launch of the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (or “CERB”) on March 25, 2020, it became increasingly clear that there were significant gaps in coverage within the existing program. For example, workers whose hours were significantly reduced but who were still earning some income or workers who lost one but not all of
- [Ontario Temporarily Limiting Work to a Single Retirement Home](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-temporarily-limiting-work-to-a-single-retirement-home/) - As the elderly, chronically ill and immunocompromised continue to face increased risk in relation to COVID-19, the Ontario government has been taking extraordinary steps to protect these vulnerable populations in certain settings. On April 16th and in furtherance of its efforts, much like it had done in the long-term care home sector just days earlier,
- [Ontario Government Makes Emergency Order Regarding Work Redeployment Measures for Municipalities in Relation to Critical Municipal Services](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-makes-emergency-order-for-staffing-and-redeployment-of-municipalities-in-relation-to-critical-municipal-services/) - On April 16, 2020, the Ontario government issued an emergency order providing municipalities with broad authority to address staffing and work deployment needs related to COVID-19 (the “Order”). The Order (O. Reg. 157/20) applies to every municipality within the meaning of the Municipal Act, 2001 in which an emergency is or has been declared under
- [Ontario Amends Ambulance Act Regulation to Address Staffing Concerns Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-amends-ambulance-act-regulation-to-address-staffing-concerns-amidst-covid-19-pandemic/) - On April 16, 2020, the provincial legislature passed Ontario Regulation 159/20 in an effort to address some of the ongoing challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The new regulation makes four (4) major amendments to the General Regulation under the Ambulance Act which relax hiring requirements for new emergency medical attendants and advanced care paramedics,
- [Ontario Announces Enhanced Action Plan to Fight COVID-19 in Long-Term Care (LTC) Homes – Limiting Work to a Single LTC Home](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-announces-enhanced-action-plan-to-fight-covid-19-in-long-term-care-ltc-homes-limiting-work-to-a-single-ltc-home/) - Although there is still much that is unknown about COVID-19, one devastating fact has repeatedly been highlighted by public health authorities: the increased risk that the elderly and people with underlying chronic or immunocompromising medical conditions face with respect to the virus. Ontario is currently experiencing this reality first-hand: as of April 14th, there were
- [Ontario Government Extends State of Emergency to May 12th and Passes Coronavirus (COVID-19) Support and Protection Act](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-extends-state-of-emergency-to-may-12th-and-passes-coronavirus-covid-19-support-and-protection-act/) - Since March 17, 2020, the province of Ontario has been in a continuous declared state of emergency as its government attempts to implement emergency measures to stop the spread of COVID-19 and protect public health. On April 14, 2020, on the advice of the Chief Medical Officer of Health and with the approval of the
- [Emergency Order Facilitates Staffing and Work Deployment for Service Agencies Providing Violence Against Women Residential Services and Crisis Line Services](https://ehlaw.ca/emergency-order-facilitates-staffing-and-work-deployment-for-service-agencies-providing-violence-against-women-residential-services-and-crisis-line-services/) - On April 14, 2020, the Ontario Government declared the province-wide state of emergency would continue for a further 28 days, until at least May 12, 2020. With the expanded powers afforded to it under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (the “EMCPA”), the Ontario Government filed an Order on April 14, 2020 which allows
- [Constats en matière de vie privée pour les conseils scolaires dans l'ère de l'enseignement à distance](https://ehlaw.ca/constats-en-matiere-de-vie-privee-pour-les-conseils-scolaires-dans-lere-de-lenseignement-a-distance/?lang=fr) - Alors que plusieurs conseils scolaires de l’Ontario et ailleurs au Canada commencent à dispenser de l’enseignement à distance afin de tenter de rescaper l’année scolaire, plusieurs conseils scolaires se demandent comment faire pour respecter leurs obligations en matière de protection du droit à la vie privée de ses élèves, de son personnel et de leurs
- [Privacy Considerations for School Boards in the Era of Online Learning ](https://ehlaw.ca/privacy-considerations-for-school-boards-in-the-era-of-online-learning/) - While many school boards in Ontario and elsewhere in Canada begin distance learning in attempt to salvage the school year, many school boards wonder how to respect their duties in relation to the privacy of their students, their employees and their families. As many school boards have turned their attention to software to dispense distance
- [Le gouvernement fédéral lance la Prestation canadienne d’urgence le 6 avril 2020](https://ehlaw.ca/le-gouvernement-federal-lance-la-prestation-canadienne-durgence-le-6-avril-2020/?lang=fr) - Au cours des dernières semaines, le gouvernement canadien a annoncé diverses mesures économiques destinées à stabiliser l’économie, à fournir un soutien financier aux travailleurs, et à soutenir les entreprises dans l’incertitude financière suite à la COVID-19. Nous avions précédemment informé nos lecteurs de l’introduction de l’une de ces mesures — la Prestation canadienne d’urgence (voir
- [Le projet de loi 188 apporte des changements importants à la Loi sur la protection des renseignements personnels sur la santé de l’Ontario](https://ehlaw.ca/le-projet-de-loi-188-apporte-des-changements-importants-a-la-loi-sur-la-protection-des-renseignements-personnels-sur-la-sante-de-lontario/?lang=fr) - Le projet de loi 188, Loi de 2020 sur la mise à jour économique et financière de l’Ontario, a reçu la sanction royale le 25 mars 2020. Le projet de loi a apporté des changements importants à plusieurs lois en réponse à la pandémie de COVID-19, y compris la Loi de 2004 sur la protection des renseignements personnels
- [La CSPAAT annonce des mesures d’allègement financier pour les employeurs en réponse à la COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/la-cspaat-annonce-des-mesures-dallegement-financier-pour-les-employeurs-en-reponse-a-la-covid-19/?lang=fr) - Dans le cadre de l’enveloppe de 17 milliards de dollars incluse dans le plan d’action de l’Ontario, la Commission de la sécurité professionnelle et de l’assurance contre les accidents du travail (« CSPAAT ») cherche à gérer l’impact de la COVID-19 en offrant aux employeurs un allègement de leurs paiements. Le programme d’allègement financier permet aux employeurs
- [L’Ontario adopte la Loi de 2020 sur les Mesures de Soutien et de Protection liées au Coronavirus (COVID-19)](https://ehlaw.ca/lontario-adopte-la-loi-de-2020-sur-les-mesures-de-soutien-et-de-protection-liees-au-coronavirus-covid-19/?lang=fr) - Le 14 avril 2020, la Loi de 2020 sur les mesures de soutien et de protection liées au coronavirus (COVID-19) a été présentée et adoptée par l’Assemblée législative de l’Ontario afin de poursuivre la lutte contre la COVID-19. Cette loi modifie, entre autres, la Loi sur l’éducation, la Loi sur l’aménagement du territoire et la
- [Ontario passes Coronavirus (COVID-19) Support and Protection Act, 2020](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-passes-coronavirus-covid-19-support-and-protection-act-2020/) - On April 14, 2020, the Legislative Assembly of Ontario passed the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Support and Protection Act, 2020 to continue to address challenges with respect to COVID-19. The Act amends various acts, including the Education Act, the Planning Act and the Development Charges Act, 1997. The full text of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Support and Protection
- [April 9, 2020 - Flair rehires employees](https://ehlaw.ca/april-9-2020-flair-rehires-employees/) - TOP STORY Flair Airlines rehires all laid-off employees and restores wages following federal subsidy COVID-19 UPDATES Emond Harnden is committed to assisting employers with issues relating to the outbreak. We are available to provide advice on any and all COVID-19 related issues. To find out more, visit our COVID-19 Information Hub! DECISIONS Adjournment
- [Emergency Order Facilitates Staffing, Work Deployment and Streamlined Measures for the Developmental Service Sector in Response to COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/emergency-order-facilitates-staffing-work-deployment-and-streamlined-measures-for-the-developmental-service-sector-in-response-to-covid-19/) - On March 17, 2020, the Ontario Government declared a province-wide state of emergency which was extended on March 31, 2020 for another 14 days. With the expanded powers afforded to it under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (the “EMCPA”), the Ontario Government has passed several emergency orders amending several acts regulating staffing and
- [Ontario Government Implements Emergency Order in Response to COVID-19 Staffing Shortages in Retirement Homes](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-implements-emergency-order-in-response-to-covid-19-staffing-shortages-in-retirement-homes/) - With the declared province-wide state of emergency, the Ontario Government has been active in passing emergency orders under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (the “EMCPA”), including several to address staffing shortages across Ontario’s healthcare sector. These previous emergency orders have been addressed in detail in earlier Focus Alerts which can be viewed on
- [Bill 188 Brings Significant Changes to Ontario’s Personal Health Information Protection Act](https://ehlaw.ca/bill-188-brings-significant-changes-to-ontarios-personal-health-information-protection-act/) - Bill 188, the Ontario Economic and Fiscal Update Act, 2020, received Royal Assent on March 25, 2020. The Bill provided significant changes to several statutes in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including the Personal Health Information Protection Act, 2004 (PHIPA). This article will provide a brief overview of the significant changes made to PHIPA.
- [WSIB Announces Financial Relief Package for Employers in Response to COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/wsib-announces-financial-relief-package-for-employers-in-response-to-covid-19/) - As a part of the $17 billion package included in Ontario’s Action Plan, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (“WSIB”) package seeks to manage the impact of COVID-19 by providing relief for employer payments to the WSIB. The financial relief package permits employers to defer the reporting and payment of premiums until August 31, 2020. This
- [Corporations Canada Announces Extension of Annual Return Deadlines for Federally-Regulated Businesses and Not-for-Profits due to COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/corporations-canada-announces-extension-of-annual-return-deadlines-for-federally-regulated-businesses-and-not-for-profits-due-to-covid-19/) - Corporations Canada is the Federal Government’s corporate regulator responsible for administering the laws that allow Canadians to create and maintain a federally-regulated corporation in Canada. As one of its responsibilities, Corporations Canada receives the filing of annual returns from federally-incorporated businesses, not-for-profit organizations and cooperatives, as required under the Canada Business Corporations Act, Canada Not-for-profit
- [Ontario Government Files a Second Emergency Order to Address Challenges Facing Long-Term Care Homes During the COVID-19 Pandemic](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-files-a-second-emergency-order-to-address-challenges-facing-long-term-care-homes-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/) - On March 17, 2020, the Ontario Government declared an emergency pursuant to Order in Council 518/2020. With the expanded powers afforded to it under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, the Ontario Government made several regulatory changes to address the needs of long-term care homes during the pandemic. Amongst these changes, the Ontario Government
- [Ontario Government Makes Emergency Order for Staffing and Redeployment for Boards of Health Due to COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-makes-emergency-order-for-staffing-and-redeployment-for-boards-of-health-due-to-covid-19/) - The Ontario government issued an emergency order on April 1, 2020 providing boards of health with broad authority to address staffing and work deployment needs relating to COVID-19. The Work Deployment Measures for Boards of Health Order filed under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act applies to every board of health within the meaning
- [Federal Government Launches Canada Emergency Response Benefit on April 6th](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-launches-canada-emergency-response-benefit-on-april-6th/) - Over the past number of weeks, the Canadian government has announced various economic measures intended to stabilize the economy, provide individual financial support to workers and support businesses experiencing financial uncertainty in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic. We had previously advised Focus readers on the introduction of one of these measures – the Canada
- [April 4, 2020 - Helijet steps up: free flights for healthcare workers during COVID-19 pandemic](https://ehlaw.ca/april-4-2020-helijet-steps-up-free-flights-for-healthcare-workers-during-covid-19-pandemic/) - TOP STORY Helijet steps up: free flights for healthcare workers during COVID-19 pandemic COVID-19 UPDATES COVID-19 Emergency Response Act receives Royal Assent Federal government introduces increased Canada Emergency Wage subsidy Remote work considerations: an employer’s guide DECISIONS Draft premium – CUPE Air Canada component v Air Canada – 2020 CanLII 25181 (CA LA) Collective agreement required
- [Ontario further reduces list of essential workplaces in response to pandemic](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-further-reduces-list-of-essential-workplaces-in-response-to-pandemic/) - Further to the initial order mandating the closure of all non-essential workplaces that took effect on March 24, 2020, the Ontario government has followed the recent advice of the Chief Medical Officer of Health and reduced the list of essential businesses permitted to continue operating during the current state of emergency in an effort to
- [Ontario Emergency Order Permits Virtual Meetings and Extends Statutory Meeting Timelines under Corporations Act and Business Corporations Act](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-emergency-order-permits-virtual-meetings-and-extends-statutory-meeting-timelines-under-corporations-act-and-business-corporations-act/) - While many Ontario corporations’ by-laws require shareholder, member and director meetings to take place in person, holding these meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic would be in direct contradiction to public health advice to practice social distancing and avoid large gatherings. On March 30, 2020, the Ontario Government addressed this concern with an emergency Order permitting
- [Le gouvernement fédéral introduit la Subvention salariale d’urgence du Canada](https://ehlaw.ca/le-gouvernement-federal-introduit-la-subvention-salariale-durgence-du-canada/?lang=fr) - Alors que tous les Canadiens s’adaptent à une nouvelle réalité à l’ère de la COVID-19, de nombreux employeurs — qu’ils opèrent un service essentiel ou non — font face à une incertitude économique importante. Depuis le 18 mars 2020, le gouvernement fédéral a annoncé un certain nombre de mesures économiques pour stabiliser l’économie, y compris
- [Federal Government Introduces Increased Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-introduces-increased-canada-emergency-wage-subsidy/) - As all Canadians adjust to a new “normal” in the era of COVID-19, many employers – whether they continue to operate as an essential service or not – are facing significant economic uncertainty. Since March 18, 2020, the federal government has announced a number of economic measures to stabilize the economy, including billions of dollars
- [La Loi sur les mesures d'urgence visant la COVID-19 reçoit la sanction royale](https://ehlaw.ca/la-loi-sur-les-mesures-durgence-visant-la-covid-19-recoit-la-sanction-royale/?lang=fr) - Le 25 mars 2020, la Loi sur les mesures d’urgence visant la COVID‑19 (projet de loi C-13) a reçu la sanction royale. Le projet de loi prévoit des modifications et des mesures générales pour s’attaquer à une vaste gamme de problèmes économiques et autres découlant de la pandémie de COVID‑19. Nous avons inclus ci-dessous certaines des dispositions les
- [Le gouvernement de l’Ontario dépose un décret d’urgence et modifie les règlements pris en application de la Loi sur les foyers de soins de longue durée et de la Loi sur les maisons de retraite pour réagir à la COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/le-gouvernement-de-lontario-depose-un-decret-durgence-et-modifie-les-reglements-pris-en-application-de-la-loi-sur-les-foyers-de-soins-de-longue-duree-et-de-la-loi-sur-les-maisons-de/?lang=fr) - Les autorités de santé publique ont fait savoir que les personnes âgées et les personnes atteintes de pathologies chroniques ou immunodéprimantes sont particulièrement vulnérables à la COVID‑19. Des préoccupations ont également été exprimées à propos de la capacité du système de soins de santé de fournir le niveau de soins et de services nécessaire en
- [Le gouvernement de l’Ontario prend un décret d’urgence sur la dotation en personnel et la réaffectation pour les prestataires de services de santé en raison de la pandémie de COVID 19](https://ehlaw.ca/le-gouvernement-de-lontario-prend-un-decret-durgence-pour-la-dotation-en-personnel-et-la-reaffectation-des-prestataires-de-services-de-sante-en-raison-de-la-pandemie-de-covid-19/?lang=fr) - Le 17 mars 2020, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a déclaré une situation d’urgence en vertu de la Loi sur la protection civile et la gestion des situations d’urgence (la « Loi ») à la suite de l’éclosion de la maladie à COVID‑19. Le 21 mars, le gouvernement a déposé un décret supplémentaire en vertu de la Loi par lequel il
- [March 28, 2020 - COVID-19 travel restrictions have a cataclysmic effect on the airline industry](https://ehlaw.ca/march-28-2020-covid-19-travel-restrictions-have-a-cataclysmic-effect-on-the-airline-industry/) - TOP STORY COVID-19 travel restrictions have a cataclysmic effect on airline industry CTA DECISIONS Determination – Canadian Transportation Agency relating to COVID-19 pandemic – Determination No. A-2020-47 Additional temporary exemptions to certain provisions of the Air Passenger Protection Regulations and extension of the temporary exemption period Stay of proceedings – CTA – Order No. 2020-A-37 Agency orders all dispute proceedings involving air
- [COVID-19 Emergency Response Act Receives Royal Assent](https://ehlaw.ca/covid-19-emergency-response-act-receives-royal-assent/) - On March 25, 2020, the COVID-19 Emergency Response Act (Bill C-13) received Royal Assent. The legislation outlines broad amendments and measures to address wide-ranging economic and other issues arising as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. We have included below some of the key provisions that are most relevant for employers. Canada Emergency Response
- [L’Ontario décrète la fermeture de tous les lieux de travail non essentiels](https://ehlaw.ca/lontario-decrete-la-fermeture-de-tous-les-lieux-de-travail-non-essentiels/?lang=fr) - Afin de limiter davantage la propagation de la COVID-19, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a décrété la fermeture obligatoire de tous les lieux de travail non essentiels à compter du mardi 24 mars à 23 h 59. Ce décret sera en vigueur pendant 14 jours et pourra être prolongé en fonction de l’évolution de la situation. Aux fins du décret, on
- [Ontario Government Makes Emergency Order for Staffing and Redeployment for Health Service Providers Due to COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-makes-emergency-order-for-staffing-and-redeployment-for-health-service-providers-due-to-covid-19/) - On March 17, 2020, the Ontario Government declared an emergency under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (the “Act”) as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. On March 21, the Government filed a further Order under the Act providing certain health service providers with broad authority to address staffing and work deployment needs relating
- [Ontario Government Files Emergency Order and Amends Regulations Relating to Long-Term Care Homes in Response to COVID-19. Also Amends Retirement Homes Act Regulation](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-files-emergency-order-and-amends-regulations-relating-to-long-term-care-homes-in-response-to-covid-19-also-amends-retirement-homes-act-regulation/) - Public health authorities have advised that the elderly and people with underlying chronic or immunocompromising medical conditions are particularly at risk from COVID-19. There have also been concerns raised about the health care system’s ability to provide the level of care and service that may be needed if COVID-19 cases surge. The Ontario Government has
- [Considérations relatives au travail à distance : Guide de l’employeur](https://ehlaw.ca/considerations-relatives-au-travail-a-distance-guide-de-lemployeur/?lang=fr) - Alors que le monde gère la pandémie actuelle de COVID-19, les employeurs doivent agir rapidement pour mettre en place un régime de travail à distance. La mise en place de tels régimes est d’autant plus urgente depuis que le gouvernement ontarien a annoncé la fermeture de tous les milieux de travail non essentiels à compter
- [Remote Work Considerations: An Employer’s Guide](https://ehlaw.ca/remote-work-considerations-an-employers-guide/) - As the world manages its way through the current COVID-19 global pandemic, employers are required to act quickly to implement remote work arrangements. The urgency in implementing such arrangements has only become greater since the government of Ontario announced the closure of all non-essential workplaces effective March 24th, 2020 at 11:59 p.m. For more information
- [Ontario orders mandatory closure of non-essential workplaces](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-orders-mandatory-closure-of-non-essential-workplaces/) - To further contain the spread of COVID-19, the Ontario Government has ordered the mandatory closure of all non-essential workplaces to be effective as of March 24, 2020 at 11:59 p.m. This order will be in effect for 14 days with the possibility of being extended as the situation evolves. For the purposes of this order,
- [L’Ontario élargit les congés avec protection de l’emploi en vertu de la LNE pour la COVID 19](https://ehlaw.ca/lontario-elargit-les-conges-avec-protection-de-lemploi-en-vertu-de-la-lne-pour-la-covid-19/?lang=fr) - Le 19 mars 2020, l’Assemblée législative de l’Ontario s’est réunie lors d’une séance d’urgence et a adopté le projet de loi 186, la Loi de 2020 modifiant la Loi sur les normes d’emploi (situations d’urgence liées à une maladie infectieuse), pour modifier les congés avec protection de l’emploi en vertu de la Loi de 2000 sur les normes
- [Plan d’intervention économique du Canada pour répondre à la COVID 19](https://ehlaw.ca/plan-dintervention-economique-du-canada-pour-repondre-a-la-covid-19/?lang=fr) - Le 18 mars 2020, le gouvernement fédéral a annoncé une nouvelle série de mesures économiques pour soutenir les travailleurs et les entreprises pendant l’éclosion de la COVID‑19. Ces mesures fourniront jusqu’à 27 milliards de dollars en soutien direct à ceux qui sont aux prises avec des difficultés à cause de la COVID‑19. Soutien temporaire du revenu pour
- [March 20, 2020 - Air Canada’s cabin crew decimated by layoffs](https://ehlaw.ca/march-20-2020-air-canadas-cabin-crew-decimated-by-layoffs/) - TOP STORY Air Canada’s capacity cuts lead to mass cabin crew layoff DECISIONS Production order – Canada (Transportation Safety Board) v Carroll-Byrne – 2020 NSCA 21 Transportation Safety Board (TSB) ordered to disclose cockpit voice recorder data in class action proceeding – TSB not party to proceeding – TSB appealed; asked for stay of judgment pending appeal
- [Canada’s COVID-19 economic response plan](https://ehlaw.ca/canadas-covid-19-economic-response-plan/) - On March 18, 2020, the federal government announced a new set of economic measures to support workers and businesses during the COVID-19 outbreak. These measures will provide up to $27 billion in direct support to those facing hardship as a result of COVID-19. Temporary Income Support for Workers and Parents The federal government has
- [Ontario expands ESA job-protected leaves for COVID-19](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-expands-esa-job-protected-leaves-for-covid-19/) - On March 19, 2020, the Ontario Legislature met in an emergency session and passed Bill 186 – the Employment Standards Amendment Act (Infectious Disease Emergencies), 2020, to amend the job-protected leaves of absence under the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA). Bill 186 repeals much of the existing Declared Emergency Leave provisions and replaces it with
- [March 14, 2020 - Future bookings seesaw, airlines unable to predict: Transat](https://ehlaw.ca/march-14-2020-future-bookings-seesaw-airlines-unable-to-predict-transat/) - TOP STORY Transat says ‘impossible’ to predict future bookings as coronavirus outbreak weighs CTA DECISIONS Application – Aeromedevac , Inc. of El Cajon, Calif., USA – Determination No. A-2020-41 Pursuant to subsection 73(2) of the Canada Transportation Act Application – Aero J.L. S.A. de C.V. c-o-b as Vitalis Air Ambulance – Determination No A-2020-39 Pursuant to subsection 73(2) of the Canada Transportation
- [Arbitration decision clarifies vacation entitlements for part-time and casual employees – Hospital’s method correct](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitration-decision-clarifies-vacation-entitlements-for-part-time-and-casual-employees-hospitals-method-correct/) - A recent arbitration centred on the proper calculation of vacation entitlements for part-time and casual employees under the CUPE Central hospital collective agreement. The resulting decision will be very positive for many employers in the hospital sector. In Royal Ottawa Health Care Group and Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 942 (January, 2020), the issue
- [Une décision d’arbitrage précise les droits aux vacances pour les employés à temps partiel et occasionnels, et confirme la méthode de calcul de l’hôpital](https://ehlaw.ca/une-decision-darbitrage-precise-les-droits-aux-vacances-pour-les-employes-a-temps-partiel-et-occasionnels-et-confirme-la-methode-de-calcul-de-lhopital/?lang=fr) - Une récente décision d’arbitrage a porté sur la méthode de calcul appropriée des droits aux vacances des employés à temps partiel et occasionnels en vertu de la convention collective centrale du SCFP avec les hôpitaux. Cette décision sera très positive pour de nombreux employeurs du secteur hospitalier. Dans la décision Royal Ottawa Health Care Group
- [La Commission des relations de travail de l’Ontario rend sa première décision concernant les travailleurs de « l’économie des petits boulots » – des livreurs autorisés à se syndiquer](https://ehlaw.ca/la-commission-des-relations-de-travail-de-lontario-rend-sa-premiere-decision-concernant-les-travailleurs-de- leconomie-des-petits-boulots -des-l/?lang=fr) - Dans sa décision concernant l’affaire Canadian Union of Postal Workers v. Foodora Inc. d.b.a. Foodora (février 2020), la Commission des relations de travail de l’Ontario (« CRTO ») a conclu que les livreurs travaillant pour Foodora, une entreprise de livraison d’aliments en ligne, étaient des entrepreneurs dépendants et, par conséquent, des « employés » en vertu de la Loi de
- [Ontario Labour Relations Board issues first decision regarding workers in the “gig economy” – food-app couriers permitted to unionize](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-labour-relations-board-issues-first-decision-regarding-workers-in-the-gig-economy-food-app-couriers-permitted-to-unionize/) - In Canadian Union of Postal Workers v. Foodora Inc. d.b.a. Foodora (February, 2020) the Ontario Labour Relations Board (“OLRB”) found that couriers working for Foodora, an online food delivery company, were dependent contractors and therefore “employees” under the Labour Relations Act, 1995 (“Act”). This ground-breaking decision is expected to have far-reaching implications in the modern
- [March 7, 2020 - Airline bailouts may be necessary: IATA](https://ehlaw.ca/march-7-2020-airline-bailouts-may-be-necessary-iata/) - TOP STORY IATA updates COVID-19 financial impacts, says relief measures needed DECISIONS Denied boarding – Heimal v Air Canada – 2020 BCCRT 249 Passenger denied boarding international flight – did not have Schengen visa – passenger stated she did not need visa; applicant held Belorussian passport and permanent Canadian residency – airline relied on IATA ‘Timatic’ system
- [Planification relative au COVID-19 en milieu de travail – obligations et considérations pour les employeurs](https://ehlaw.ca/planification-relative-au-covid-19-en-milieu-de-travail-obligations-et-considerations-pour-les-employeurs/?lang=fr) - Le COVID-19 a été identifié pour la première fois dans la ville de Wuhan, en Chine, à la fin de 2019. Initialement connu sous le nom de « nouveau coronavirus 2019 », le premier cas a été signalé le 31 décembre 2019, suivi de la confirmation et de l’identification le 7 janvier 2020. En date du 5 mars 2020, le Canada recensait 34 cas confirmés
- [Planning for COVID-19 in the workplace – obligations and considerations for employers](https://ehlaw.ca/planning-for-covid-19-in-the-workplace-obligations-and-considerations-for-employers/) - COVID-19 was first identified in Wuhan City, China in late 2019. Initially known as “2019 Novel Coronavirus,” the first case was reported on December 31, 2019, with confirmation and identification occurring on January 7th, 2020. As of March 5, 2020, there were 34 confirmed cases in Canada (20 in Ontario, 13 in British Columbia and
- [Le gouvernement fédéral sollicite des commentaires sur les exemptions et les modifications relatives aux nouvelles dispositions du Code canadien du travail sur les « heures de travail »](https://ehlaw.ca/le-gouvernement-federal-sollicite-des-commentaires-sur-les-exemptions-et-les-modifications-relatives-aux-nouvelles-dispositions-du-code-canadien-du-travail-sur-les- heures-de-travail/?lang=fr) - Comme de nombreux lecteurs de Focus s’en souviendront, la partie III du Code canadien du travail (le « Code ») a récemment été modifiée pour accorder certains droits et privilèges aux employés sous réglementation fédérale en ce qui concerne les heures de travail (voir « Le gouvernement fédéral propose d’importantes modifications au Code canadien du travail dans le projet
- [Federal government seeks feedback on exemptions and modifications to the new “hours of work” provisions of the Canada Labour Code](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-seeks-feedback-on-exemptions-and-modifications-to-the-new-hours-of-work-provisions-of-the-canada-labour-code/) - As many readers of Focus will recall, Part III of the Canada Labour Code (“Code”) was recently amended to provide certain rights and entitlements to federally-regulated employees relating to hours of work (see “Federal Government Proposes Significant Amendments to the Canada Labour Code in Bill C-86” and “Federal Government appoints expert panel to advise on
- [le 3 mars 2020 - Les conseils du Syndicat aux enseignants n’étaient pas un encouragement de grève illicite](https://ehlaw.ca/le-3-mars-2020-les-conseils-du-syndicat-aux-enseignants-netaient-pas-un-encouragement-de-greve-illicite/?lang=fr) - Les conseils du Syndicat aux enseignants n’étaient pas un encouragement de grève illicite Halton District School Board c Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario, 2020 CanLII 5702 Le conseil scolaire a déposé un grief alléguant que le Syndicat avait encouragé une grève illicite en conseillant aux enseignants de ne pas participer à une formation obligatoire convoquée par
- [March 3, 2020 - Union’s Advice to Teachers did Not Amount to Unlawful Strike](https://ehlaw.ca/march-3-2020-unions-advice-to-teachers-did-not-amount-to-unlawful-strike/) - Union’s Advice to Teachers did Not Amount to Unlawful Strike Halton District School Board v Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario, 2020 CanLII 5702 The School Board's grievance alleged that the Union, in advising teachers not to participate in mandatory Behaviour Management Systems training, amounted to an unlawful strike. The arbitrator dismissed the grievance and determined that
- [February 29, 2020 - Canadian flight crew released from quarantine](https://ehlaw.ca/february-29-2020-canadian-flight-crew-released-from-quarantine/) - TOP STORY Chief Public Health Officer's statement on releasing flight crew from quarantine DECISIONS Unjust dismissal – Sort and Pacific Coastal Airlines Ltd – 2020 CarswellNat 372 (Can. Arb.) Employee made Canada Labour Code complaint for unjust dismissal – airline transport pilot – pilot completed training on new type – pilot expressed interest in being promoted to captain –
- [February 15, 2020 - Judicial review when arbitrator finally decides](https://ehlaw.ca/february-15-2020-judicial-review-when-arbitrator-finally-decides/) - TOP STORY Judicial Review – Air Canada v CUPE, Air Canada Component – 2020 ONSC 847 DECISIONS Minimum wage – Air Canada and CUPE, Air Canada Component – 2020 CanLII 9267 (CA LA) Union alleged that employees were not being paid Ontario minimum wage – minimum wage guaranteed by LOU – arbitrator issued short decision – found
- [February 8, 2020 - Employee unjustly dismissed after refusing cannabis test](https://ehlaw.ca/february-8-2020-employee-unjustly-dismissed-after-refusing-cannabis-test/) - TOP STORY Aircraft maintenance engineer terminated after refusing cannabis test DECISIONS Freeze violation — Canadian Helicopters Limited v OPEIU — 2020 FCA 37 Judicial review of CIRB decision — employer found to have violated Labour Code freeze — unionization drive required no change in employment conditions — new pilots hired at different wage scale below current pilot wages —
- [February 1, 2020 - Delta, American and United suspend flights between US and China](https://ehlaw.ca/february-1-2020-delta-american-and-united-suspend-flights-between-us-and-china/) - TOP STORY First U.S.-based airlines to suspend flights to China CIRB DECISIONS Revocation – Air North Charter & Training Ltd. – Order No. 11481-U Employee applied for revocation of USW bargaining certificate – majority of employees no longer wished to be represented – certificate revoked: all employees of Air North Charter and Training Ltd., c.o.b. as Air
- [le 30 janvier, 2020 - La démonstration d’une cérémonie de smudging à l’école ne constitue pas une atteinte à la liberté de religion](https://ehlaw.ca/le-30-janvier-20320-la-demonstration-dune-ceremonie-de-smudging-a-lecole-ne-constitue-pas-une-atteinte-a-la-liberte-de-religion/?lang=fr) - La démonstration d’une cérémonie de smudging à l’école ne constitue pas une atteinte à la liberté de religion Servatius c Alberni School District No. 70, 2020 BCSC 15 La Cour a déterminé que le conseil scolaire n’avait pas enfreint la liberté de religion de la Requérante et de ses deux enfants (des élèves du conseil scolaire). La
- [January 30, 2020 - Smudging Ceremony in School Not Found to be a Charter Infringement](https://ehlaw.ca/january-30-2020-smudging-ceremony-in-school-not-found-to-be-a-charter-infringement/) - Smudging Ceremony in School Not Found to be a Charter Infringement Servatius v Alberni School District No. 70, 2020 BCSC 15 The Court determined the School Board did not infringe on the religious freedoms of the Applicant and her two children (who were students of the School Board). The Applicant alleged that the smudging ceremony conducted
- [VOTEZ Joël Rocque pour le conseil d’administration 2020 de l’ABCC!](https://ehlaw.ca/votez-joel-rocque-pour-le-conseil-dadministration-2020-de-labcc/?lang=fr) - Nous sommes ravis d’annoncer que Joël Rocque de notre cabinet se présente pour siéger au conseil d’administration 2020 de l’ABCC! Parfaitement bilingue, Joël a beaucoup d’expérience dans les domaines du droit du travail et de l’emploi, du droit de l’éducation et du droit à la vie privée. A fresh perspective, great energy, perfectly bilingual - these
- [VOTE Joël Rocque for the 2020 CCLA Board of Trustees!](https://ehlaw.ca/vote-joel-rocque-for-the-2020-ccla-board-of-trustees/) - We are excited to announce that our very own Joël Rocque is running for a seat on the 2020 CCLA Board of Trustees! Fully bilingual, Joël has a solid experience in labour and employment law, education law and privacy law. A fresh perspective, great energy, perfectly bilingual - these are just some of the reasons
- [January 25, 2020 – Canadian officials bracing for novel coronavirus](https://ehlaw.ca/january-25-2020-canadian-officials-bracing-for-novel-coronavirus/) - TOP STORY B.C. Health officials prepare coronavirus diagnostic test, screen at airports DECISIONS Frivolous claims – Kinnarath v Delta Airlines, Inc. et al – 2020 MBCA 6 Airport appealed City’s approval of new place of worship within airport operating influence zone – Christian church proposed within operating influence zone – airport objected to building because it was
- [January 18, 2020 – Random drugs and alcohol testing impermissible in safety sensitive workplace](https://ehlaw.ca/12094/) - TOP STORY Cougar Helicopters denied random drug and alcohol testing DECISIONS Federal Court jurisdiction – 744185 Ontario Inc. v Canada – 2020 FCA 1 Airport appealed City’s approval of new place of worship within airport operating influence zone – Christian church proposed within operating influence zone – airport objected to building because it was noise-sensitive – most
- [Safety sensitive helicopter operation not allowed random drug and alcohol testing](https://ehlaw.ca/safety-sensitive-helicopter-operation-not-allowed-random-drug-and-alcohol-testing/) - The recent arbitral decision in OPEIU and Cougar Helicopters Inc has reiterated the high bar employers must meet to justify random drug and alcohol testing in safety-sensitive workplaces. The Employer, Cougar Helicopters, operates offshore air transport services for the oil and gas industry in Newfoundland and Labrador, and performs deep water search-and-rescue and medevac flights.
- [Report of the Expert Panel on Modern Federal Labour Standards released](https://ehlaw.ca/report-of-the-expert-panel-on-modern-federal-labour-standards-released/) - As we discussed in a previous Focus Alert, in addition to the Bill C-86 changes to the labour standards provisions of the Canada Labour Code (the “Code”), an independent Expert Panel was appointed in February 2019 to study, consult and provide advice on the following five complex issues: A federal minimum wage; Labour standards protections
- [Rapport du Comité d’experts sur les normes du travail fédérales modernes](https://ehlaw.ca/rapport-du-comite-dexperts-sur-les-normes-du-travail-federales-modernes/?lang=fr) - Comme nous l’avons mentionné dans un article Au Point précédent, outre les modifications du Projet de loi C-86 aux normes du travail dans le Code canadien du travail (le « Code »), un comité d’experts indépendants a été nommé en février 2019 afin d’étudier, de consulter et de fournir des conseils sur les cinq enjeux complexes suivants : Le
- [WSIB’s new Rate Framework to come into effect January 1, 2020 – significant changes to employer classification and rate setting](https://ehlaw.ca/wsibs-new-rate-framework-to-come-into-effect-january-1-2020-significant-changes-to-employer-classification-and-rate-setting/) - Effective January 1, 2020, the Workplace Safety Insurance Board (“WSIB”) will be replacing its current Schedule 1 employer classification system and premium and experience rating programs with a new “Rate Framework”. Additionally, the WSIB will implement a five-year premium rate freeze for all non-profit organizations operating in Ontario. This means that employers will no longer
- [Le nouveau cadre de tarification de la CSPAAT entrera en vigueur le 1er janvier 2020 – changements importants à la classification des employeurs et à l’établissement des taux](https://ehlaw.ca/le-nouveau-cadre-de-tarification-de-la-cspaat-entrera-en-vigueur-le-1er-janvier-2020-changements-importants-a-la-classification-des-employeurs-et-a-letablissement-des-taux/?lang=fr) - À compter du 1er janvier 2020, la Commission de la sécurité professionnelle et de l’assurance contre les accidents du travail (CSPAAT) remplacera son système actuel de classification des employeurs de l’annexe 1 et ses programmes d’évaluation des primes et de l’expérience par un nouveau « cadre de tarification ». De plus, la CSPAAT appliquera pendant cinq ans un gel de
- [December 14, 2019 - Phase II of Air Passenger Protection Regulations in force on Dec. 15](https://ehlaw.ca/december-14-2019-phase-ii-of-air-passenger-protection-regulations-in-force-on-dec-15/) - TOP STORY New provisions of Air Passenger Protection Regulations coming into force DECISIONS Planning appeal – Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport Authority v Ottawa (City) – 2019 CanLII 114756 (ON LPAT) Airport appealed City’s approval of new place of worship within airport operating influence zone – Christian church proposed within operating influence zone – airport
- [December 7, 2019 - Unfair labour practice against union](https://ehlaw.ca/december-7-2019-unfair-labour-practice-against-union/) - TOP STORY Unfair labour practice: Abdo – 2019 CIRB 897 CTA DECISIONS Application – Sunwing Airlines Inc. and TUI Airways Limited c-o-b as TUI – Determination No. A-2019-234 Pursuant to section 60 of the Canada Transportation Act and section 8.2 of the Air Transportation Regulations Application – Sunwing Airlines Inc. and TUI Airways Limited c-o-b as TUI – Determination No. A-2019-231 Pursuant to section 60 of the Canada
- [November 30, 2019 - Aviation labour lawyer Steve Williams honoured at HAC convention](https://ehlaw.ca/november-30-2019-aviation-labour-lawyer-steve-williams-honoured-at-hac-convention/) - TOP STORY Steven Williams of Emond Harnden LLP receives an honorary life member award CTA DECISIONS Application – Cargojet Airways Ltd also c-o-b as Cargojet Regional (Cargojet), on behalf of itself and 21 Air, LLC – Determination No. A-2019-220 Pursuant to section 60 of the Canada Transportation Act and section 8.2 of the Air Transportation Regulations Application – Sunwing Airlines Inc.
- [le 28 novembre 2019 - Renvoi d’un élève pour agression sexuelle alléguée annulé en appel](https://ehlaw.ca/renvoi-dun-eleve-pour-agression-sexuelle-alleguee-annule-en-appel/?lang=fr) - TS c Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board, 2019 CFSRB 61 La décision du conseil scolaire de renvoyer l’Appelant, un élève ayant prétendument commis une agression sexuelle envers une autre élève, a été annulée en appel. La Commission a annulé le renvoi car le conseil scolaire n’avait pas réussi à établir que l’Appelant avait commis l’agression.
- [November 28, 2019 - Student's expulsion for alleged sexual assault quashed on appeal](https://ehlaw.ca/students-expulsion-for-alleged-sexual-assault-quashed-on-appeal/) - TS v Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board, 2019 CFSRB 61 The School Board’s decision to expel the Appellant, a student who allegedly committed sexual assault on another student at school, was quashed on appeal by the Child and Family Services Review Board (CFSRB). The CFSRB determined that the School Board had not established that the student was
- [November 23, 2019 - Pay for travel time remains the same: arbitrator](https://ehlaw.ca/november-23-2019-pay-for-travel-time-remains-the-same-arbitrator/) - TOP STORY Travel time – OPEIU and Ornge Air (005-RWP-15) – 2019 CarswellOnt 18593 (ON LA) CTA DECISIONS Application – Türk Hava Yollari Anonim Ortakligi (Turkish Airlines Inc.) c-o-b as Turkish Airlines, on behalf of itself and Kalitta Air, LLC – Determination No. A-2019-215 Pursuant to section 60 of the Canada Transportation Act and section 8.2 of the Air Transportation Regulations Application – ASL Airlines
- [November 16, 2019 - Calls for federal cabinet changes; response to aviation pressures](https://ehlaw.ca/november-16-2019-calls-for-federal-cabinet-changes-response-to-aviation-pressures/) - TOP STORY Canada’s aerospace industry calls for changes to the federal ministry CTA DECISIONS Application – Sunwing Airlines Inc. and TUI Airways Limited c-o-b as TUI – Determination No. A-2019-205 Pursuant to section 60 of the Canada Transportation Act and section 8.2 of the Air Transportation Regulations Application – UAB “GetJet Airlines” – Determination No. A-2019-201 Pursuant to subsection 73(2) of the Canada Transportation Act Suspension
- [Ontario caps compensation increases for public servants and the broader public sector](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-caps-compensation-increases-for-public-servants-and-the-broader-public-sector/) - Bill 124, the Protecting a Sustainable Public Sector for Future Generations Act, 2019 (the “Act”), received Royal Assent on November 7, 2019, and was proclaimed in force on November 8, 2019. Readers of Focus will recall that the legislation operates to limit compensation increases for both unionized and non-unionized employees in the Ontario public service
- [L’Ontario plafonne les augmentations de la rémunération des fonctionnaires et du secteur parapublic](https://ehlaw.ca/lontario-plafonne-les-augmentations-de-la-remuneration-des-fonctionnaires-et-du-secteur-parapublic/?lang=fr) - Le projet de loi 124, Loi de 2019 visant à préserver la viabilité du secteur public pour les générations futures (la « Loi ») a reçu la sanction royale le 7 novembre 2019 et est entré en vigueur le 8 novembre 2019. Nos lecteurs se souviendront que l’objet de la Loi est de limiter les augmentations de la
- [November 9, 2019 - Federal Challenger jets imperilled by US and European regulation](https://ehlaw.ca/november-9-2019-federal-challenger-jets-imperilled-by-us-and-european-regulation/) - TOP STORY Air-traffic control changes in U.S., Europe may force Ottawa to buy new executive jets DECISIONS Vacation pay reconciliation – Porter Airlines v Unifor 2002 – 2019 CanLII 104233 Union grieved employer deductions from employees – alleged improper deductions to previous year’s pay – Porter replied that deductions were agreed at bargaining and included in agreement
- [November 2, 2019 - Emond Harnden launches updated White Paper on the impairing effects of cannabis](https://ehlaw.ca/november-2-2019-emond-harnden-launches-updated-white-paper-on-the-impairing-effects-of-cannabis/) - TOP STORY Emond Harnden launches updated White Paper on the impairing effects of cannabis – White Paper 2019 DECISIONS Union certification – Canadian Airport Workers Union v IAMAW – 2019 FCA 263 Two unions wish to represent Toronto-area airports – Canadian Airport Workers Union (“CAWU”) was displaced by IAMAW – CAWU sought to re-displace IAMAW – Canada Industrial
- [October 31, 2019 - Arbitrator upholds without pay suspension of teacher who remained silent when faced with allegations of inappropriate conduct with students](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-upholds-without-pay-suspension-of-teacher-who-remained-silent-when-faced-with-allegations-of-inappropriate-conduct-with-students/) - Ontario English Catholic Teachers' Association v Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board, 2019 CanLII 95001 (ON LA) An arbitrator upheld the three-month suspension without pay of a teacher who refused to answer questions during an investigation pertaining to his inappropriate conduct with two students. The teacher chose to exercise his right to remain silent in
- [le 31 octobre 2019 - Un arbitre a maintenu la suspension sans solde d’un enseignant qui est demeuré silencieux face à des allégations de comportements inappropriés envers des élèves](https://ehlaw.ca/un-arbitre-a-maintenu-la-suspension-sans-solde-dun-enseignant-qui-est-demeure-silencieux-face-a-des-allegations-de-comportements-inappropries-envers-des-eleves/?lang=fr) - Ontario English Catholic Teachers' Association c Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board, 2019 CanLII 95001 (ON LA) Un arbitre a maintenu la décision du Conseil scolaire d’imposer une suspension sans solde de trois mois à un enseignant en raison de son refus de répondre à des questions dans le cadre d’une enquête concernant sa conduite inappropriée
- [Des restrictions extrinsèques à la convention collective peuvent s’appliquer aux avantages sociaux négociés collectivement](https://ehlaw.ca/outre-les-conditions-explicites-de-la-convention-collective-des-restrictions-extrinseques-peuvent-sappliquer-aux-avantages-sociaux-negocies-collectivement/?lang=fr) - Une décision arbitrale rendue récemment confirme que des restrictions extrinsèques peuvent s’appliquer aux avantages sociaux négociés collectivement. Dans l’affaire opposant l’Association des pompiers professionnels d’Ottawa et la Ville d’Ottawa (septembre 2019), l’arbitre Brian Keller a conclu que la convention collective en question ne prévoyait pas un régime complet d’avantages sociaux généraux. Il a plutôt été
- [Limitations on specifically bargained benefits can exist outside of the express terms of the collective agreement](https://ehlaw.ca/limitations-on-specifically-bargained-benefits-can-exist-outside-of-the-express-terms-of-the-collective-agreement/) - A recent arbitration decision confirms that there can be external limitations on collectively bargained benefits coverage. In Ottawa Professional Firefighters’ Association and The City of Ottawa (September 2019), Arbitrator Brian Keller determined that the collective agreement in question did not provide an all-encompassing, comprehensive benefit plan. Instead, he agreed with the employer’s position that standard
- [October 26, 2019 - Automation, like fire, is a great slave, but a bad master](https://ehlaw.ca/october-26-2019-automation-like-fire-is-a-great-slave-but-a-bad-master/) - TOP STORY The issue of automation in aviation DECISIONS Contract, preliminary injunction – Flair Airlines Ltd. v Kelowna Flightcraft Air Charter Ltd. – 2019 BCSC 1815 Flair Airlines sought order restraining Kelowna from terminating dispatch services contract – pending outcome of full trial – dispatch services essential part of operations – required by Transport Canada – contract
- [October 19, 2019 - Boeing announces 10 steps to strengthen safety, consumer confidence](https://ehlaw.ca/august-19-2019-boeing-announces-10-steps-to-strengthen-safety-consumer-confidence/) - TOP STORY New steps to strengthen airplane safety DECISIONS Employee share ownership plan – Air Canada and ACPA – 2019 CanLII 93905 (CA LA) Union grieves steady reduction of employee share ownership plan – employer matched 50% of employee contributions to purchase shares of employer’s stock – employer unilaterally reduced matching contribution to 33% -- employer entitled
- [Temps alloué pour aller voter : obligation de l'employeur le jour du scrutin](https://ehlaw.ca/temps-alloue-pour-aller-voter-obligation-de-lemployeur-le-jour-du-scrutin/?lang=fr) - Une élection fédérale générale aura lieu le 21 octobre 2019. Les employeurs devraient être au courant du fait qu'en vertu de la Loi électorale du Canada, ils doivent accorder à leurs employés une période de temps payé pour aller voter. Trois heures consécutives pour aller voter Tous les employés qui sont citoyens canadiens, âgés
- [Voting time: Employers’ obligations on Election Day](https://ehlaw.ca/voting-time-employers-obligations-on-election-day/) - The federal election has been called for October 21, 2019. Employers should be aware that, under the Canada Elections Act, they must provide employees paid time off to vote. Three consecutive hours to vote All employees who are Canadian citizens and 18 years of age or older are entitled to have three consecutive hours
- [October 12, 2019 - Air Passenger protections inadequate, according to some passengers](https://ehlaw.ca/october-12-2019-air-passenger-protections-inadequate-according-to-some-passengers/) - TOP STORY ‘A slap in the face’: little-known rule says airline can keep your money without delivering what you pay for CIRB DECISIONS Certification – A.S.P. Incorporated – Order No. 11448-U Application by United Steel, Paper and Forestry, Rubber, Manufacturing, Energy, Allied Industrial and Service Workers International Union – majority vote in favour of union – certificate
- [October 5, 2019 - NTSB releases recommendations related to 737 Max crashes](https://ehlaw.ca/october-5-2019-ntsb-releases-recommendations-related-to-737-max-crashes/) - TOP STORY NTSB issues recommendations to FAA related to ongoing 737 MAX crash investigations CIRB DECISIONS Certification – Envoy Air Inc. – Order No. 11447-U International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers applied for certification – employer did not oppose certification – Board certified following bargaining unit: all ramp agents, lead ramp agents and crew chiefs employed
- [September 28, 2019 - American squash player alleges discrimination by Air Canada](https://ehlaw.ca/september-28-2019-american-squash-player-alleges-discrimination-by-air-canada/) - TOP STORY Complaint says Air Canada forced girl, 12, to remove hijab DECISIONS Class action – Somwar v Fly Jamaica Airways Ltd. – 2019 ONSC 5439 Passengers of Fly Jamaica Airways’ flight 256 (Boeing 757) crash launch class action against airline and aircraft manufacturer – alleging negligence in operation and design of aircraft – defendants largely
- [September 21, 2019 - Aviation industry braces for double-digit insurance premium hikes](https://ehlaw.ca/september-21-2019-aviation-industry-braces-for-double-digit-insurance-premium-hikes/) - TOP STORY Aviation industry braces for double-digit insurance premium hikes after 737 MAX grounding DECISIONS Judicial review – Office and Professional Employees International Union v Cougar Helicopters Inc. – 2019 FCA 231 Union takes decision of Canada Industrial Relations Board certifying dispatchers on judicial review – union attempts to adduce factual information not before Board –
- [September 19, 2019 - OLRB determines that bargaining issues raised by OSSTF are to be bargained centrally](https://ehlaw.ca/olrb-determines-that-bargaining-issues-raised-by-osstf-are-to-be-bargained-centrally/) - Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation v. The Crown in Right of Ontario, et al. (September 6, 2019 – OLRB) OSSTF filed two applications before the OLRB under the School Boards Collective Bargaining Act, 2014 (SBCBA) with respect to secondary school teachers in the English language public school system and support staff in the various school systems represented by
- [le 19 septembre 2019 - La CRTO détermine que les sujets de négociation présentés par la FEESO doivent être négociés à la table centrale](https://ehlaw.ca/la-crto-determine-que-les-sujets-de-negociation-presentes-par-la-feeso-doivent-etre-negocies-a-la-table-centrale/?lang=fr) - Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation v. The Crown in Right of Ontario, et al. (6 septembre 2019 – CRTO) La FEESO a déposé deux requêtes auprès de la CRTO visant les enseignants de cycle secondaire dans les écoles publiques de langue anglaise ainsi que le personnel de soutien de plusieurs systèmes scolaires représentés par la FEESO.
- [September 14, 2019 - Disabled passengers worried about new aviation rules](https://ehlaw.ca/september-14-2019-disabled-passengers-worried-about-new-aviation-rules/) - TOP STORY New rules present some greater barriers to air travel, disabled passengers say CTA DECISIONS Suspension – Island Air Inc. c-o-b Island Air – Order No. 2019-A-143 Licence No. 090017 TC/TSB NEWS Canadian Transportation Agency issues International Working Group’s recommendations on mobility aids and air travel Government of Canada invests in pilot training at the
- [September 7, 2019 - Government exempts certain aviation employees from CLC changes](https://ehlaw.ca/september-7-2019-government-exempts-certain-aviation-employees-from-clc-changes/) - TOP STORY Exemption for certain aviation employees DECISIONS Official languages – Thibodeau v Air Canada – 2019 CF 1102 (french text) Couple alleged that Air Canada systematically ignored official languages law – four issues: the words "exit" and "warning" on signs in aircraft were larger than their corresponding French translations; the word "lift" on seatbelt buckles did
- [August 31, 2019 - Canada's Labour Code changes affecting aviation](https://ehlaw.ca/august-31-2019-canadas-labour-code-changes-affecting-aviation/) - TOP STORY How Canada's updated Labour Code affects aviation CANADA LABOUR CODE CHANGES New federal labour standards are coming into effect on September 1 Federally regulated employers should familiarize themselves with the new standards and their new obligations, and rights, under those standards. Employers should also review their policies and practices in order to
- [Injonction interlocutoire permettant à une école de langue française d’ouvrir ses portes à temps pour la rentrée scolaire est accordée](https://ehlaw.ca/injonction-interlocutoire-permettant-a-une-ecole-de-langue-francaise-douvrir-ses-portes-a-temps-pour-la-rentree-scolaire-est-accordee/?lang=fr) - Natalie Davis, Denis Labelle et Conseil scolaire public du Nord-Est de l’Ontario c Parry Sound (Ville de) Dans le contexte d’une Requête en révision judiciaire, les Requérants (le conseil scolaire de langue française, un parent ayant droit et le président du conseil) ont demandé à la Cour supérieure de justice de l’Ontario de leur accorder
- [August 24, 2019 - Airport worker fired for calling passenger ugly](https://ehlaw.ca/august-24-2019-airport-worker-fired-for-calling-passenger-ugly/) - TOP STORY Airport worker loses job for giving passenger handwritten 'You ugly' note CIRB DECISIONS Amendment – Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport Authority – Order No. 11435-U PSAC was certified as the bargaining agent in October 2018 – employer and union applied for amendment of certificate – granted – new certificate reads: all employees of the
- [Nouvelles normes d’emploi bientôt en vigueur– employeurs fédéraux, soyez prêts !](https://ehlaw.ca/nouvelles-normes-demploi-bientot-en-vigueur-employeurs-federaux-soyez-prets/?lang=fr) - Bon nombre des modifications des normes du travail que le gouvernement fédéral a fait adopter au cours de l’année dernière entreront en vigueur le 1er septembre 2019. Les employeurs fédéraux doivent maintenant être prêts à adopter de nouvelles pratiques pour éviter des pénalités. Les normes qui entrent en vigueur le 1er septembre 2019 sont les suivantes: Droit
- [New federal labour standards take root; federal employers take heed!](https://ehlaw.ca/new-federal-labour-standards-take-root-federal-employers-take-heed/) - Many of the employment standards changes that the federal government worked through Parliament over the past year are coming into effect on September 1, 2019. Federal employers must now be ready to adopt new practices to avoid penalties. The standards coming into effect on September 1, 2019, are: Right to request flexible work arrangements
- [August 17, 2019 - NAV Canada increases customer service charges, first time in 15 years](https://ehlaw.ca/august-17-2019-nav-canada-increases-customer-service-charges-first-time-in-15-years/) - TOP STORY NAV Canada announces changes to customer service charges CTA DECISIONS Application – Air Canada also c-o-b as Air Canada rouge and as Air Canada Cargo, on behalf of itself and United Airlines, Inc. c-o-b as United, as United Airlines, as Continental, as Continental Micronesia, and as Air Micronesia (United) – Determination No. A-2019-149 Pursuant to
- [August 13, 2019 - Arbitrator upholds teacher’s termination for inappropriate relationships with students](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-upholds-teachers-termination-for-inappropriate-relationships-with-students/) - Sudbury Catholic District School Board and OECTA, Re, 2019 CarswellOnt 4511 The grievor, an automotive technology teacher with three (3) years of service, was terminated for inappropriate relationships with two female students. The inappropriate behaviour included discussions about a sexually transmitted disease, helping one of the students get a tattoo, paying for part of it and driving
- [le 13 août 2019 - Un arbitre maintient le congédiement d’un enseignant au motif qu’il entretenait une relation inappropriée avec des élèves](https://ehlaw.ca/un-arbitre-maintient-le-congediement-dun-enseignant-au-motif-quil-entretenait-une-relation-inappropriee-avec-des-eleves/?lang=fr) - Sudbury Catholic District School Board and OECTA, Re, 2019 CarswellOnt 4511 Le plaignant, un enseignant de technologie automobile avec 3 années de service, a été congédié en raison des rapports inappropriés qu’il a entretenus avec deux élèves. Entre autres, le plaignant aurait eu des discussions avec l’une des élèves concernant des infections transmissibles sexuellement, aurait conseillé la
- [August 10, 2019 - Canada-designed A220s now being produced State-side](https://ehlaw.ca/august-10-2019-canada-designed-a220s-now-being-produced-state-side/) - TOP STORY Airbus begins US production of A220 aircraft DECISIONS Assignment of work – Field Aviation Company Inc. v International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, LI 2583 – 2019 CanLII 72750 (AB GAA) Airplane manufacture and restoration business – part painters assigned new work reserved for quality inspectors – testing adhesion of paint and measuring thickness
- [August 3, 2019 - Homegrown A220s bought, Air France-KLM](https://ehlaw.ca/august-3-2019-homegrown-a220s-bought-air-france-klm/) - TOP STORY Air France-KLM signs commitment for 60 A220 aircraft CTA DECISIONS Application – WestJet, on behalf of itself and Sata Internacional – Azores Airlines, SA – Determination No. A-2019-143 Pursuant to section 60 of the Canada Transportation Act and section 8.2 of the Air Transportation Regulations Application – British Airways Plc c-o-b as British Airways, on behalf of itself and
- [Preliminary injunctions against random drug and alcohol testing](https://ehlaw.ca/preliminary-injunctions-against-random-drug-and-alcohol-testing/) - Office and Professional Employees International Union v Cougar Helicopters, 2019 CanLII 66726 (NL LA) This Echo Hotel Aviation HR Briefing follows up on the decision that Emond Harnden recently reported on in its Echo Hotel Aviation Law Briefing. In Office and Professional Employees International Union v Cougar Helicopters, the arbitrator has temporarily suspended random testing
- [July 27, 2019 - Helicopter company random drug and alcohol testing suspended pending arbitration](https://ehlaw.ca/july-27-2019-helicopter-company-random-drug-and-alcohol-testing-suspended-pending-arbitration/) - TOP STORY Drug and Alcohol – Office and Professional Employees International Union v Cougar Helicopters – 2019 CanLII 66726 (NL LA) CIRB DECISIONS Amendment – Innotech Aviation, a division of I.M.P. Group Limited – Order No. 11373-U Innotech Aviation Limited Employees' Association sought amendment of certificate – alleged unfair labour practice by employer – parties settled the unfair labour practice
- [Canada Without Barriers to Accessibility by 2040](https://ehlaw.ca/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.
- [Aucun obstacle à l’accessibilité au Canada d’ici 2040](https://ehlaw.ca/aucun-obstacle-a-laccessibilite-au-canada-dici-2040/?lang=fr) - 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
- [July 20, 2019 - Passenger with dog allergy wins on principle against WestJet](https://ehlaw.ca/july-20-2019-passenger-with-dog-allergy-wins-on-principle-against-westjet/) - TOP STORY Application – Pierre Bergeron against WestJet – Decision No. 40-AT-A-2019 DECISIONS Security clearance – Ramos v Canada (AG) – 2019 FCA 205 Airport custodian required renewal of transportation security clearance – custodian accused of sexual assault and charged – charges withdrawn: $500 peace bond entered into – custodian had no criminal record – minister withdrew security clearance: charges
- [July 13, 2019 - First Air and Canadian North to build unified Canadian North airline](https://ehlaw.ca/july-13-2019-first-air-and-canadian-north-to-build-unified-canadian-north-airline/) - TOP STORY First Air and Canadian North begin process to build new Northern airline DECISIONS Workplace injury – Darko et Porter Airlines Inc. – 2019 QCTAT 2971 Appeal from denial of workers’ compensation – employee, a ramp agent, claimed workers’ compensation for injury – lifted very heavy baggage above shoulders: suffered whiplash and stretched muscle – worker
- [July 6, 2019 - International pilot licensing reviewed in Montreal after 737 MAX crashes](https://ehlaw.ca/july-6-2019-international-pilot-licensing-reviewed-in-montreal-after-737-max-crashes/) - TOP STORY World's regulators to review pilot licensing in Montreal after 737 MAX crashes DECISIONS Fraud – Sunwing Airlines Inc. v Mora et al. – 2019 ONSC 3917 Sunwing applied for continuation of injunction restraining defendant from disposing of property – defendant former senior employee in charge of Latin American operations – employee accused of fraud and
- [June 29, 2019 - Further problems discovered with 737 Max](https://ehlaw.ca/june-29-2019-further-problems-discovered-with-737-max/) - TOP STORY New problem discovered with 737 Max jet, IATA urges further pilot training CTA DECISIONS Interpretive decision – Agency's initiative – Decision No. 33-AT-A-2019 Applications made pursuant to subsection 172(1) of the Canada Transportation Act Application – Swiss International Air Lines Ltd. also c-o-b as Swiss, on behalf of itself and Austrian Airlines AG – Determination No. A-2019-119 Pursuant to
- [June 22, 2019 - First Air and Canadian North Merger Receives Government Approval](https://ehlaw.ca/june-22-2019-first-air-and-canadian-north-merger-receives-government-approval/) - TOP STORY Regulatory approval clears the way for new ‘Canadian North’ CIRB DECISIONS Certification amendment – Perimeter Aviation LP – Order No. 11378-U Air Line Pilots Association certified for bargaining agent of pilots at Bearskin Lake Air Service Ltd – Unifor certified to represent pilots for Perimeter Aviation – Bearskin merged with Perimeter after sale – ALPA
- [June 15, 2019 - Court of appeal taxes flight attendant for parking pass](https://ehlaw.ca/june-15-2019-court-of-appeal-taxes-flight-attendant-for-parking-pass/) - TOP STORY Court of appeal taxes flight attendant for parking pass CIRB DECISIONS Certification – Swoop Inc. – Order No. 11411-U CUPE applied for certification – certification granted – bargaining unit description: "all flight attendants employed by Swoop Inc., excluding Inflight Crew Team Lead and those above the rank of Inflight Crew Team Lead." Certification – Air Borealis Limited Partnership – Order
- [Le gouvernement ontarien dépose un projet de loi pour limiter les augmentations de rémunération dans le secteur public](https://ehlaw.ca/le-gouvernement-ontarien-depose-un-projet-de-loi-pour-limiter-les-augmentations-de-remuneration-dans-le-secteur-public/?lang=fr) - Le 5 juin 2019, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a déposé le projet de loi 124 – Loi visant à mettre en œuvre des mesures de modération concernant la rémunération dans le secteur public de l’Ontario. Le projet de loi suit une période de consultation de deux mois qui a commencé le 4 avril 2019 (voir «
- [Ontario introduces legislation to limit compensation increases in the public sector](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-introduces-legislation-to-limit-compensation-increases-in-the-public-sector/) - On June 5, 2019, the Ontario government introduced Bill 124 – An Act to implement moderation measures in respect of compensation in Ontario’s public sector. The legislation follows a two-month consultation period that commenced April 4, 2019 (see Ontario government launches public sector compensation consultations – wages to be “modest, reasonable and sustainable”). Short-titled as
- [June 8, 2019 - No cannabis for flight crews and air traffic controllers](https://ehlaw.ca/june-8-2019-no-cannabis-for-flight-crews-and-air-traffic-controllers/) - TOP STORY Transport Canada bars crews and controllers from consuming cannabis for 28 days before flying CTA DECISIONS Application – Switchback Helicopters Ltd – Determination No. A-2019-103 Pursuant to section 61 of the Canada Transportation Act Application – SC Aviation, Inc. – Order No. 2019-A-102 Exemption from section 103.3 of the Air Transportation Regulations Application – Air Canada also c-o-b as Air Canada
- [Employee’s breach of confidentiality relieves employer of obligation to pay - “Settlements in labour law are sacrosanct” - Arbitrator](https://ehlaw.ca/employees-breach-of-confidentiality-relieves-employer-of-obligation-to-pay-settlements-in-labour-law-are-sacrosanct-arbitrator/) - A recent arbitration decision highlights the important role that confidentiality plays in labour dispute settlements. In Acadia University and the Acadia University Faculty Association (Alleged Breach of Minutes of Settlement – Dr. Rick Mehta) (May, 2019), Arbitrator Kaplan relieved the employer of its obligation to make a settlement payment following the employee’s breach of the
- [Le manquement à l’obligation de confidentialité par un employé relève l’employeur de son obligation de paiement – « En droit du travail, les règlements sont sacro-saints. »](https://ehlaw.ca/le-manquement-a-lobligation-de-confidentialite-par-un-employe-releve-lemployeur-de-son-obligation-de-paiement-en-droit-du-travail-les-reglements-sont-sacro-saints/?lang=fr) - Une décision d’arbitrage récente souligne le rôle important que joue la confidentialité dans les règlements de conflits de travail. Dans l’affaire Acadia University and the Acadia University Faculty Association (Alleged Breach of Minutes of Settlement – Dr. Rick Mehta) (mai 2019), l’arbitre Kaplan a relevé l’employeur de son obligation de verser un paiement de règlement
- [June 1, 2019 - Air Passenger Protection Regulations finalized](https://ehlaw.ca/june-1-2019-air-passenger-protection-regulations-finalized/) - TOP STORY Air Passenger Protection Regulations finalized CTA DECISIONS Application – Abelag Aviation NV c-o-b as Abelag Aviation – Order No. 2019-A-101 Exemption from subsection 84(2) of the Canada Transportation Act Application – SP Aviation, Inc. c-o-b as GoodJET – Order No. 2019-A-98 Exemption from section 103.3 of the Air Transportation Regulations Application – Breton Air Inc. – Order No. 2019-A-95 Exemption from the application
- [May 25, 2019 - Employee terminated due to compulsive masturbation](https://ehlaw.ca/may-25-2019-employee-terminated-due-to-compulsive-masturbation/) - TOP STORY Sex addiction – Unifor 2215 and IMP Group Ltd. – 2019 CarswellNS 335 (NS Arb.) DECISIONS Unjust dismissal – Taylor and Avmax Aircraft Leasing Inc. – 2019 CarswellNat 1707 (Can Adj.) Technical asset manager for Avmax Leasing and Director of Sales and Marketing for Avmax Services was terminated – 47 years of experience in industry –
- [May 18, 2019 - Air Canada to buy Transat A.T. Inc.](https://ehlaw.ca/may-18-2019-air-canada-to-buy-transat-a-t-inc/) - TOP STORY Air Canada to buy Transat A.T. Inc. CTA DECISIONS Application – Mountain Aviation, Inc. – Order No. 2019-A-81 Exemption from section 103.3 of the Air Transportation Regulations Application – International Jet Management GmbH – Order No. 2019-A-80 Exemptions from paragraph 33.1(b), subparagraph 73(2)(c)(i) and section 33.2 of the Air Transportation Regulations Application – Triton Airways Limited Liability Company – Order No. 2019-A-78 Exemption
- [May 17, 2019 - School board’s expulsion of Grade 2 student upheld](https://ehlaw.ca/school-boards-expulsion-of-grade-2-student-upheld/) - LK v Upper Grand District Board (EA 311.7), 2019 CFSRB 2 LK, a grade 2 student who was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, was expelled from his school following several incidents. The incidents were of increased dysregulation and behavioural issues and culminated in a physical assault on an education assistant (EA) causing bodily harm requiring treatment
- [le 17 mai 2019 - Le renvoi d’un élève de 2e année confirmé par la CRSEF](https://ehlaw.ca/le-renvoi-dun-eleve-de-2e-annee-confirme-par-la-crsef/?lang=fr) - LK c Upper Grand District Board (EA 311.7), 2019 CFSRB 2 LK, un élève de la 2e année atteint du trouble du spectre de l’autisme, a été renvoyé de son école après une série d’incidents, y compris un incident culminant où il a commis plusieurs agressions physiques à l’endroit d’une aide-enseignante lui causant des dommages corporels
- [May 11, 2019 - Dr. Millicone identifies primary fatigue factors, air transport](https://ehlaw.ca/may-11-2019-dr-millicone-identifies-primary-fatigue-factors-air-transport/) - TOP STORY Industry expert identifies primary fatigue factors CTA DECISIONS Application – Icelandair ehf, on behalf of itself and EuroAtlantic Airways – Transportes Aéros S.A. (EuroAtlantic) – Determination No. A-2019-72 Pursuant to section 60 of the Canada Transportation Act, and section 8.2 of the Air Transportation Regulations Application – Sweet Aviation LLC of Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA – Determination No. A-2019-70 Pursuant
- [La présence de chefs d’accusation criminels n’affecte pas nécessairement la période de prescription applicable pour intenter une action](https://ehlaw.ca/la-presence-de-chefs-daccusation-criminels-naffecte-pas-necessairement-la-periode-de-prescription-applicable-pour-intenter-une-action/?lang=fr) - Une décision récente de la Cour supérieure de justice de l’Ontario s’avérera très utile pour les employeurs, car elle diminue la possibilité d’une responsabilité indéfinie à l’égard des poursuites pour congédiement injustifié. Dans l’affaire Sosnowski c MacEwen Petroleum Inc. (avril 2019), le tribunal a rejeté une action pour congédiement injustifié parce qu’elle avait été intentée
- [The existence of concurrent criminal charges does not stop the statutory limitation period from running](https://ehlaw.ca/the-existence-of-concurrent-criminal-charges-does-not-stop-the-statutory-limitation-period-from-running/) - A recent decision of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice will prove to be very useful for employers as it reduces the potential for lingering liability in respect of wrongful dismissal claims. In Sosnowski v MacEwen Petroleum Inc. (April 2019), the court dismissed a wrongful dismissal action because it was commenced more than two years
- [May 4, 2019 - Employers must provide “reasonably practicable” protective clothing](https://ehlaw.ca/may-4-2019-employers-must-provide-reasonably-practicable-protective-clothing/) - TOP STORY Failure to provide protective equipment – Menzies Aviation Fuelling Canada Ltd. (Re) – 2019 OHSTC 7 DECISIONS Access to information – Niagara District Airport Commission (Re) – 2019 CanLII 35760 (ON IPC) Commission refused request for information – cited solicitor-client privilege, closed meeting, advice or recommendations, and third party information – lengthy privacy commissioner proceedings – Commission released
- [April 27, 2019 - WestJet sticks to 737 Max 8](https://ehlaw.ca/april-27-2019-westjet-sticks-to-737-max-8/) - TOP STORY WestJet sticks to 737 Max 8 DECISIONS Fuel spill – Kirk v Executive Flight Centre Fuel Services Ltd – 2019 BCCA 111 Appeal from certification of class action – private nuisance and negligence – tanker truck fell down embankment – delivering jet fuel to helicopters fighting forest fires – 35,000 litres of A1 jet fuel
- [April 23, 2019 - WestJet Appeals to Supreme Court to Stop Harassment Class Action](https://ehlaw.ca/april-23-2019-westjet-appeals-to-supreme-court-to-stop-harassment-class-action/) - TOP STORY WestJet Appeals to Supreme Court to Stop Harassment Class Action CTA DECISIONS Application – Carlisle Air Corporation of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, USA – Determination No. A-2019-63 Pursuant to subsection 73(2) of the Canada Transportation Act Application – WestJet, on behalf of itself and Société Air France c-o-b as Air France and its affiliates Joon and Hop! – Determination No.
- [April 18, 2019 - Need for nicotine does not mean duty to accommodate](https://ehlaw.ca/april-18-2019-need-for-nicotine-does-not-mean-duty-to-accommodate/) - TOP STORY Nicotine dependency – USSW, Local 5319 v Securitas Transport Aviation Security Ltd. – 2019 CanLII 29679 (NS LA) CTA DECISIONS Application – Air Canada c-o-b as Air Canada rouge and as Air Canada Cargo, on behalf of itself and Brussels Airlines N.V./S.A. c-o-b as Brussels Airlines – Determination No. A-2019-59 Pursuant to section 60 of the Canada Transportation Act, and
- [Arbitrator Determines Termination of Nurse for Addiction-Related Narcotics Theft Discriminatory but Reinstatement not an Appropriate Remedy](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-determines-termination-of-nurse-for-addiction-related-narcotics-theft-discriminatory-but-reinstatement-not-an-appropriate-remedy/) - In the recent case of Humber River Hospital v. Ontario Nurses’ Association, (December 2018) an arbitrator considered the complex issue of addiction-related narcotics theft by a nurse. The issue was whether the Hospital had failed in its duty to accommodate when it terminated an emergency room nurse with a drug addiction who had stolen narcotics
- [Le congédiement d’une infirmière pour vol de stupéfiants en raison d’une dépendance est discriminatoire, mais la réintégration n’est pas appropriée](https://ehlaw.ca/le-congediement-dune-infirmiere-pour-vol-de-stupefiants-en-raison-dune-dependance-est-discriminatoire-mais-la-reintegration-nest-pas-appropriee/?lang=fr) - Dans l’affaire récente Humber River Hospital c. Ontario Nurses’ Association (décembre 2018), un arbitre s’est penché sur la question complexe du vol de stupéfiants commis par une infirmière en raison de sa dépendance. Il s’agissait de savoir si l’hôpital avait manqué à son obligation d’accommodement lorsqu’il a congédié une infirmière travaillant aux urgences qui avait une dépendance
- [April 12, 2019 - Court dismisses challenge to Ontario’s Sex Education Curriculum](https://ehlaw.ca/court-dismisses-challenge-to-ontarios-sex-education-curriculum/) - ETFO et al v Her Majesty the Queen, 2019 ONSC 1308 The Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario and the Canadian Civil Liberties Association challenged the constitutionality of a government’s directive, which required elementary school teachers to follow the sex education curriculum in place from 2010 to 2015, instead of the curriculum introduced in 2015. The 2015
- [le 12 avril 2019 - La Cour rejette la contestation judiciaire du curriculum d’éducation sexuelle de l’Ontario](https://ehlaw.ca/la-cour-rejette-la-contestation-judiciaire-du-curriculum-deducation-sexuelle-de-lontario/?lang=fr) - ETFO et al c Her Majesty the Queen, 2019 ONSC 1308 La Fédération des enseignantes et des enseignants de l'élémentaire de l'Ontario et l'Association canadienne des libertés civiles ont contesté la constitutionnalité de la directive du gouvernement qui obligeait les enseignants à l’élémentaire de suivre le curriculum d'éducation sexuelle mis en place de 2010 à 2015,
- [Le projet de loi 66 reçoit la sanction royale – D’autres modifications à la LNE désormais en vigueur](https://ehlaw.ca/le-projet-de-loi-66-recoit-la-sanction-royale-dautres-modifications-a-la-lne-desormais-en-vigueur/?lang=fr) - Le projet de loi 66, Loi de 2019 visant à rétablir la compétitivité de l’Ontario, a reçu la sanction royale le 3 avril 2019. Dans un précédent bulletin Au Point (voir Les dispositions législatives ontariennes sur le travail demeurent la cible de changements avec le dépôt du projet de loi 66), nous indiquions que ce texte législatif
- [Bill 66 receives Royal Assent – More changes to ESA now in effect](https://ehlaw.ca/bill-66-receives-royal-assent-more-changes-to-esa-now-in-effect/) - Bill 66, Restoring Ontario’s Competitiveness Act, 2019, received Royal Assent on April 3, 2019. As discussed in a previous Focus Alert (see Ontario’s workplace laws continue to be the target of change as the government introduces Bill 66), Bill 66 is omnibus legislation that amends, in part, the Employment Standards Act, the Labour Relations Act
- [Le gouvernement de l’Ontario amorce des consultations sur la rémunération dans le secteur public – Les salaires doivent être « modestes, raisonnables et viables »](https://ehlaw.ca/le-gouvernement-de-lontario-amorce-des-consultations-sur-la-remuneration-dans-le-secteur-public-les-salaires-doivent-etre- modestes-raisonnables-et-viables /?lang=fr) - Le 4 avril dernier, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a annoncé qu’il consulterait les employeurs et les agents négociateurs du secteur public sur la façon de« gérer l’augmentation de la rémunération de manière à aboutir à des règlements salariaux modestes, raisonnables et viables ». Il a ajouté que les commentaires reçus serviraient directement de base aux prochaines mesures à prendre
- [Ontario government launches public sector compensation consultations – wages to be “modest, reasonable and sustainable”](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-launches-public-sector-compensation-consultations-wages-to-be-modest-reasonable-and-sustainable/) - On April 4th, the Ontario government announced that it would be consulting with public sector employers and collective bargaining agents “on how to manage compensation growth in a way that results in wage settlements that are modest, reasonable and sustainable.” The government further stated that the feedback received would directly inform the next steps taken to
- [March 30, 2019 - U.S. and Europe regulators knew Boeing 737 MAX’s nose angle might not work — 2 years before Lion Air](https://ehlaw.ca/march-30-2019-u-s-and-europe-regulators-knew-boeing-737-maxs-nose-angle-might-not-work-2-years-before-lion-air/) - TOP STORY U.S. and Europe regulators knew Boeing 737 MAX’s nose angle might not work — 2 years before Lion Air CTA DECISIONS Application – Galaxy Airways Inc. – Order No. 2019-A-46 Exemptions from paragraphs 33.1(b) and 73(2)(c) and sections 33.2 and 103.3 of the Air Transportation Regulations Application – Air Canada also c-o-b as Air Canada rouge and
- [« Tout est dans le contexte » − Une arbitre interprète l’expression « grave maladie » figurant dans la convention collective de l’Association des infirmières et infirmiers de l’Ontario](https://ehlaw.ca/tout-est-dans-le-contexte-−-une-arbitre-interprete-lexpression-grave-maladie-figurant-dans-la-convention-collective-de-la/?lang=fr) - Bon nombre d’employeurs du secteur des soins de santé connaissent bien les dispositions de convention collective qui s’appliquent de manière à convertir la rémunération de vacances en rémunération de congé de maladie lorsque les vacances d’un employé sont interrompues par une « grave maladie ». Ces types de dispositions sont chaudement débattues entre les employeurs et les
- [“Context is everything” - arbitrator interprets “serious illness” in Ontario Nurses’ Association Collective Agreement](https://ehlaw.ca/context-is-everything-arbitrator-interprets-serious-illness-in-ontario-nurses-association-collective-agreement/) - Many employers in the health care sector will be familiar with collective agreement provisions that operate to convert vacation leave pay to sick leave pay where an employee’s vacation is interrupted by “serious illness”. These types of provisions have been hotly-contested between employers and unions for well over twenty years. The recent decision in Peterborough
- [Le gouvernement fédéral met sur pied un comité d’experts chargé de fournir des conseils sur les modifications supplémentaires à apporter au Code canadien du travail](https://ehlaw.ca/le-gouvernement-federal-met-sur-pied-un-comite-dexperts-charge-de-fournir-des-conseils-sur-les-modifications-supplementaires-a-apporter-au-code-canadien-du-travail/?lang=fr) - Le projet de loi C-86, qui a reçu la sanction royale le 13 décembre 2018, apportera d’importantes modifications au Code canadien du travail (le « Code »). Ces modifications, qui ne sont pas encore en vigueur, entreront en vigueur le jour que fixera le gouverneur en conseil, après que le gouvernement aura tenu des consultations sur la réglementation
- [Federal Government appoints expert panel to advise on further changes to the Canada Labour Code](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-appoints-expert-panel-to-advise-on-further-changes-to-the-canada-labour-code/) - Bill C-86, which received Royal Assent on December 13, 2018, will introduce a number of significant changes to the Canada Labour Code (the “Code”). The Bill C-86 changes to the Code are not yet in force and will come into force on a date to be ordered by the Governor in Council after the government holds
- [March 25, 2019 - Canada urged to review aircraft certification agreement with US following Boeing 737 MAX 8 crashes](https://ehlaw.ca/march-25-2019-canada-urged-to-review-aircraft-certification-agreement-with-us-following-boeing-737-max-8-crashes/) - TOP STORY Canada urged to review aircraft certification agreement with US following Boeing 737 MAX 8 crashes CTA DECISIONS Application – Colm Heaney et al. against Air Canada – Decision No. 15-C-A-2019 Request for sanctions – airline refused to process claim because claim was submitted by legal counsel – Air Canada’s policy required applicants to submit claim
- [Ontario Court of Appeal:  No tort of harassment in Ontario](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-court-of-appeal-no-tort-of-harassment-in-ontario/) - In a landmark decision, the Ontario Court of Appeal set aside a lower court decision and held that there is no freestanding tort of harassment in Ontario. In Merrifield v. Canada (Attorney General) (March, 2019) the appellate court was provided its first opportunity to consider the existence of the tort of harassment in Ontario. The
- [Cour d’appel de l’Ontario : aucun délit de harcèlement en Ontario](https://ehlaw.ca/cour-dappel-de-lontario-aucun-delit-de-harcelement-en-ontario/?lang=fr) - Dans une décision clé, la Cour d’appel de l’Ontario a infirmé une décision rendue par un tribunal inférieur et a jugé qu’il n’existe pas de délit de harcèlement indépendant en Ontario. Dans Merrifield c. Canada (Attorney General) (mars 2019), la Cour d’appel a eu l’occasion d’examiner pour la première fois l’existence du délit de harcèlement
- [March 16, 2019 - Ethiopia crash fallout – Minister Garneau closes Canadian airspace to Boeing 737 MAX 8 and 9](https://ehlaw.ca/ethiopia-crash-fallout-minister-garneau-closes-canadian-airspace-to-boeing-737-max-8-and-9/) - TOP STORY Ethiopia crash fallout – Minister Garneau closes Canadian airspace to Boeing 737 MAX 8 and 9 DECISIONS Forum selection, employment – Entreprise Publique Économique Air Algérie, Montréal, Québec c Hamamouche – 2019 CF 272 Employee complained of unjust dismissal – s. 240, Canada Labour Code – an arbitrator was appointed to hear complaint – employer objected to arbitral
- [Ontario government seeks feedback on pay transparency reporting](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-seeks-feedback-on-pay-transparency-reporting/) - As many readers of Focus will recall, the Pay Transparency Act, 2018 (the “PTA”) received Royal Assent on May 7, 2018 and was scheduled to come into force on January 1, 2019. Following the election of the new government, the coming into force of the PTA was deferred indefinitely by Bill 57 (see Ontario’s omnibus
- [Le gouvernement de l’Ontario sollicite des commentaires sur les rapports de transparence salariale](https://ehlaw.ca/le-gouvernement-de-lontario-sollicite-des-commentaires-sur-les-rapports-de-transparence-salariale/?lang=fr) - De nombreux lecteurs d’Au Point se rappelleront que la Loi de 2018 sur la transparence salariale (la « LTS ») a reçu la sanction royale le 7 mai 2018 et qu’elle devait entrer en vigueur le 1er janvier 2019. Après les élections du nouveau gouvernement, le projet de loi 57 a reporté indéfiniment l’entrée en vigueur de la LTS (voir Le projet de
- [March 12, 2019 - TSB releases preliminary 2018 transportation occurrence statistics](https://ehlaw.ca/tsb-releases-preliminary-2018-transportation-occurrence-statistics/) - TOP STORY TSB releases preliminary 2018 transportation occurrence statistics DECISIONS Lost baggage – Thunderbolt v American Airlines Inc. – 2019 BCCRT 273 Self-represented applicant requested reimbursement for lost baggage – American Airlines objected – respondent had passed limitation period in article 35 of Montreal Convention – applicant responded that she was disabled – Limitation Act applied to extend discoverability of claim
- [L’Ontario dépose un projet de loi réformant les soins de santé et préparant le terrain pour une « super agence » de la santé](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-depose-un-projet-de-loi-reformant-les-soins-de-sante/?lang=fr) - Le 26 février 2019, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a déposé le projet de loi 74, Loi concernant la prestation de soins de santé, la prorogation de Santé Ontario, l’ajout de modifications corrélatives et connexes et des abrogations. Sous le titre abrégé « Loi de 2019 sur les soins de santé pour la population », le projet de loi vise à
- [Ontario introduces legislation to overhaul health care – lays foundation for health “Super Agency”](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-introduces-legislation-to-overhaul-health-care/) - On February 26, 2019 the Ontario government introduced Bill 74, An Act concerning the provision of health care, continuing Ontario Health and making consequential and related amendments and repeals. Short titled “The People’s Health Care Act, 2019”, the legislation is intended to improve Ontario’s health care services by integrating service providers and coordinating the delivery
- [March 6, 2019 - First Air and Canadian North respond to Competition Bureau report](https://ehlaw.ca/first-air-and-canadian-north-respond-to-competition-bureau-report/) - TOP STORY First Air and Canadian North respond to Competition Bureau report DECISIONS Loss of baggage – Naeini v Air Canada – 2019 ONSC 1213 The plaintiffs, a family returning from Bogota, lost five pieces of luggage in transit with Air Canada – filed claim for $6,800 in lost luggage – only one bag returned – family
- [March 2, 2019 - WestJet loses appeal of B.C. court decision on harassment lawsuit](https://ehlaw.ca/westjet-loses-appeal-of-b-c-court-decision-on-harassment-lawsuit/) - TOP STORY WestJet loses appeal of B.C. court decision on harassment lawsuit DECISIONS Jurisdiction of courts in employment cases – Lewis v WestJet Airlines Ltd. – 2019 BCCA 63 Plaintiff, a WestJet employee, requested certification of class action – alleged that “anti-harassment” promise existed in employment contract – WestJet replied that jurisdiction for harassment was the Canadian
- [March 1, 2019 - Supreme Court of Canada finds students had a reasonable expectation of privacy](https://ehlaw.ca/supreme-court-of-canada-finds-students-had-a-reasonable-expectation-of-privacy/) - R v Jarvis, 2019 SCC 10 The Supreme Court of Canada held that a teacher was guilty of voyeurism under the Criminal Code when he used a camera pen to surreptitiously record videos of female students’ upper bodies and breasts while they were engaged in ordinary school-related activities in common areas of the school. The Court found that
- [le 1 mars 2019 - La Cour suprême du Canada conclut que les élèves avaient une attente raisonnable de protection en matière de vie privée](https://ehlaw.ca/la-cour-supreme-du-canada-conclut-que-les-eleves-avaient-une-attente-raisonnable-de-protection-en-matiere-de-vie-privee/?lang=fr) - R c Jarvis, 2019 CSC 10 La Cour suprême du Canada a tranché qu’un enseignant était coupable de voyeurisme en vertu du Code Criminel lorsqu’il a eu recours à une caméra-stylo avec laquelle il a secrètement enregistré des vidéos des poitrines de ses élèves. Selon la Cour, le fait que les élèves se trouvaient dans un lieu public
- [February 21, 2019 - Air Canada Hong Kong tail strike pilot five days out of simulator](https://ehlaw.ca/february-21-2019-air-canada-hong-kong-tail-strike-pilot-five-days-out-of-simulator/) - TOP STORY Air Canada Hong Kong tail strike pilot five days out of simulator DECISIONS Punitive damages for patent infringement – Airbus Helicopters S.A.S. v Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited – 2019 FCA 29 Appeal from $1 000 000 award of punitive damages – Bell Helicopter infringed Airbus patent – appeal dismissed – trial judge awarded damages
- [February 7, 2019 - Human Rights Tribunal Refuses to Award Interim Remedy Without a Full Hearing](https://ehlaw.ca/human-rights-tribunal-refuses-to-award-interim-remedy-without-a-full-hearing/) - MT v Toronto District School Board, 2018 HRTO 1788 The applicant, a grade six student diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, requested interim relief in the form of a full-time special needs assistant pending the outcome of his application. In this interim decision, the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario denied the applicant’s request, finding that the relief
- [le 7 février 2019 - Le Tribunal des droits de la personne refuse d’accorder une mesure de réparation provisoire sans tenir une audience sur le fond](https://ehlaw.ca/le-tribunal-des-droits-de-la-personne-refuse-daccorder-une-mesure-de-reparation-provisoire-sans-tenir-une-audience-sur-le-fond/?lang=fr) - Le requérant, un élève de 6e année atteint du trouble du spectre de l’autisme, avait déposé une demande de redressement provisoire demandant un redressement provisoire sous la forme d’un aide-enseignant à temps plein dans l’attente d’une décision sur le fond. Le Tribunal des droits de la personne a rejeté la demande soulignant que le redressement
- [Le projet de loi C-86 prévoit une nouvelle loi sur l'équité salariale](https://ehlaw.ca/le-projet-de-loi-c-86-prevoit-une-nouvelle-loi-sur-lequite-salariale/?lang=fr) - Le 29 octobre 2018, le gouvernement fédéral a déposé le projet de loi C‑86, projet de loi omnibus visant l’exécution d’autres aspects du Budget de 2018 du gouvernement. Le projet de loi a reçu la sanction royale le 13 décembre 2018 et entrera en vigueur à la date proclamée par le gouverneur en conseil. Le projet de loi renfermait
- [Bill C-86 Introduces New Pay Equity Act](https://ehlaw.ca/bill-c-86-introduces-new-pay-equity-act/) - On October 29, 2018, the federal government tabled Bill C-86, an omnibus bill aimed at implementing further aspects of the government’s Budget 2018. The Bill received Royal Assent on December 13, 2018 and will come into force on a date to be ordered by the Governor in Council. The Bill contained provisions to modernize the
- [January 15, 2019 - New drone safety regulations announced following Gatwick kerfuffle](https://ehlaw.ca/january-15-2019-new-drone-safety-regulations-announced-following-gatwick-kerfuffle/) - TOP STORY Minister Garneau unveils Canada’s new drone safety regulations DECISIONS On board service managers – Air Canada v CUPE, AC Component – 2019 CanLII 96 (CA LA) Air Canada implemented the On Board Service Managers program (“OBSM”) – union filed multiple grievances alleging, amongst other things, demotion without just cause, interference with representation
- [La Cour d’appel de l’Ontario confirme la conclusion de congédiement déguisé – les suspensions sans solde doivent être justifiées](https://ehlaw.ca/la-cour-dappel-de-lontario-confirme-la-conclusion-de-congediement-deguise-les-suspensions-sans-solde-doivent-etre-justifiees/?lang=fr) - Dans la décision Filice c. Complex Services Inc., la Cour d’appel de l’Ontario donne des indications utiles sur les cas où la suspension administrative d’un employé non syndiqué équivaut à un congédiement déguisé. M. Filice, l’employé demandeur, travaillait depuis 1999 comme superviseur pour une entreprise de services de sécurité fournis à des casinos du sud de
- [Ontario Court of Appeal upholds constructive dismissal – without pay suspensions must be justified](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-court-of-appeal-upholds-constructive-dismissal-without-pay-suspensions-must-be-justified/) - In its decision Filice v. Complex Services Inc., the Ontario Court of Appeal provides useful guidance on the question of when an administrative suspension of a non-union employee will amount to constructive dismissal. Mr. Filice, the plaintiff employee, worked as a supervisor for a security contractor to casinos in southern Ontario, beginning in 1999. In 2007,
- [Le projet de loi omnibus ontarien touchant la transparence salariale, la négociation collective dans le secteur de la lutte contre les incendies et les régimes de retraite reçoit la sanction royale](https://ehlaw.ca/le-projet-de-loi-omnibus-ontarien-touchant-la-transparence-salariale-la-negociation-collective-dans-le-secteur-de-la-lutte-contre-les-incendies-et-les-regimes-de-retraite-recoit-la-sanction-royale/?lang=fr) - Le 15 novembre 2018, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a déposé le projet de loi 57, Loi de 2018 visant à rétablir la confiance, la transparence et la responsabilité (le « projet de loi 57 »). Le projet de loi 57 a reçu la sanction royale le 6 décembre 2018. Le projet de loi 57 modifie plus de 40 lois en Ontario et contient d’importants
- [Ontario’s omnibus legislation impacting pay transparency, collective bargaining in the fire sector and  pensions receives Royal Assent](https://ehlaw.ca/ontarios-omnibus-legislation-impacting-pay-transparency-collective-bargaining-in-the-fire-sector-and-pensions-receives-royal-assent/) - On November 15, 2018, the Ontario government introduced Bill 57, the Restoring Trust, Transparency and Accountability Act, 2018 (“Bill 57”). Bill 57 received Royal Assent on December 6, 2018. Bill 57 amends over 40 statutes in Ontario and contains significant changes to, among other things, pay transparency, interest arbitration in Ontario’s fire sector and pension
- [December 14, 2018 - Service director conjures illness to avoid work, doesn’t make termination disappear](https://ehlaw.ca/december-14-2018-service-director-conjures-illness-to-avoid-work-doesnt-make-termination-disappear/) - TOP STORY Air Canada and CUPE (JL) – 2018 CarswellOnt 19737 Termination grievance – Service director with 7 years of service and a 10-day suspension and final warning on record was terminated – abuse of sick leave – grievor was magician and performer – booked show conflicting with work schedule – attempted to make conflict work – day
- [British Columbia Court of Appeal considers application of Workers Compensation Act to out-of-Province injury suffered by non-resident employee](https://ehlaw.ca/british-columbia-court-of-appeal-considers-application-of-workers-compensation-act-to-out-of-province-injury-suffered-by-non-resident-employee/) - A recent decision of the British Columbia Court of Appeal (the “BCCA”) highlights the complexities that may arise when applying workers compensation legislation to out-of-province injuries and non-resident employees. In Air Canada v. British Columbia (Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal) (October, 2018), the claimant, Ms. Zechel, was a flight attendant employed by Air Canada. Although she resided
- [La Cour d’appel de la Colombie-Britannique étudie l’application de la loi sur les accidents de travail à des lésions subies par une employée non résidente](https://ehlaw.ca/la-cour-dappel-de-la-colombie-britannique-etudie-lapplication-de-la-loi-sur-les-accidents-de-travail-a-des-lesions-subies-par-une-employee-non-residente/?lang=fr) - Une récente décision de la Cour d’appel de la Colombie-Britannique (la « CACB ») fait ressortir les situations complexes qui peuvent survenir dans l’application de la législation sur les accidents du travail aux lésions subies hors de la province et aux employés non résidents. Dans Air Canada c. British Columbia (Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal) (octobre 2018), la demanderesse, Mme Zechel, était
- [Les dispositions législatives ontariennes sur le travail demeurent la cible de changements avec le dépôt du projet de loi 66, Loi de 2018 visant à rétablir la compétitivité de l’Ontario](https://ehlaw.ca/les-dispositions-legislatives-ontariennes-sur-le-travail-demeurent-la-cible-de-changements-avec-le-depot-du-projet-de-loi-66-loi-de-2018-visant-a-retablir-la-competitivite-de-lontario/?lang=fr) - L’Ontario poursuit sa réforme du droit du travail avec le dépôt du projet de loi 66, Loi de 2018 visant à rétablir la compétitivité de l’Ontario. Le projet de loi 66 est un projet de loi omnibus qui prévoit des modifications réglementaires à plusieurs lois, notamment la Loi de 2000 sur les normes d’emploi (« LNE »), la Loi
- [Ontario’s workplace laws continue to be the target of change as the government introduces Bill 66 – Restoring Ontario’s Competitiveness Act, 2018](https://ehlaw.ca/ontarios-workplace-laws-continue-to-be-the-target-of-change-as-the-government-introduces-bill-66-restoring-ontarios-competitiveness-act-2018/) - Ontario continues its workplace law reform with the introduction of Bill 66, Restoring Ontario’s Competitiveness Act, 2018. Introduced on December 6, 2018, Bill 66 is omnibus legislation that proposes regulatory amendments to a number of statutes including the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”), the Labour Relations Act, 1995 (“LRA”) and the Pension Benefits Act. The proposed amendments
- [Un arbitre déclare que la consommation de cannabis à des fins médicales par un travailleur entraîne « un risque accru inacceptable pour la sécurité » − grief rejeté](https://ehlaw.ca/un-arbitre-declare-que-la-consommation-de-cannabis-a-des-fins-medicales-par-un-travailleur-entraine-un-risque-accru-inacceptable-pour-la-securite-−-grief-rejete/?lang=fr) - La récente légalisation du cannabis à des fins récréatives a fait ressortir le fait qu’il existe plusieurs questions concernant les effets d’affaiblissement des facultés du cannabis et comment ils peuvent être évalués. Ces questions sont généralement axées sur la conduite avec les facultés affaiblies par le cannabis et sur le manque apparent de technologie pour
- [Arbitrator states worker’s use of medical cannabis results in “unacceptable increased safety risk”- grievance dismissed](https://ehlaw.ca/arbitrator-states-workers-use-of-medical-cannabis-results-in-unacceptable-increased-safety-risk-grievance-dismissed/) - The recent legalization of recreational cannabis has highlighted the fact that there are a number of questions regarding the impairing effects of cannabis and how they may be measured. These questions generally focus on driving under the influence of cannabis and the apparent lack of technology to quickly and accurately measure impairment levels. As a
- [December 6, 2018 - Bill 47, Making Ontario Open for Business Act, 2018, Receives Royal Assent](https://ehlaw.ca/bill-47-making-ontario-open-for-business-act-2018-receives-royal-assent-2/) - Bill 47, Making Ontario Open For Business Act, 2018 received Royal Assent on November 21, 2018. The Bill amends the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the “ESA”) and the Labour Relations Act, 1995 (the “LRA”) repealing many of the changes implemented by the former Liberal government’s Bill 148, the Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, 2017. The ESA amendments, with one exception, will come into
- [le 6 décembre 2018 - Le projet de loi 47, Loi de 2018 pour un Ontario ouvert aux affaires, reçoit la sanction royale](https://ehlaw.ca/le-6-decembre-2018-le-projet-de-loi-47-loi-de-2018-pour-un-ontario-ouvert-aux-affaires-recoit-la-sanction-royale/?lang=fr) - Le projet de loi 47, Loi de 2018 pour un Ontario ouvert aux affaires, a reçu la sanction royale le 21 novembre 2018. Le projet de loi modifie la Loi de 2000 sur les normes d’emploi (la « LNE ») et la Loi de 1995 sur les relations de travail de l’Ontario (la « LRT »), abrogeant plusieurs des modifications
- [December 5, 2018 - Proposed changes to the Canada Labour Code](https://ehlaw.ca/december-5-2018-proposed-changes-to-the-canada-labour-code/) - TOP STORY New Canada Labour Code amendments proposed Decisions Harassment and administrative discharge – Air Canada v Unifor 2002 – 2018 CanLII 112823 Grievor discharged for not reintegrating to the workplace – grievor was harassed by several co-workers – granted workers’ compensation – compensation board eventually cleared for work – grievor did not feel she could continue
- [Federal Government Proposes Significant Amendments to the Canada Labour Code in Bill C-86](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-proposes-modernization-of-the-canada-labour-code-in-bill-c-86/) - On October 29, 2018, the federal government tabled Bill C-86, an omnibus bill aimed at implementing further aspects of the government’s Budget 2018. The Bill introduces a new Pay Equity Act and contains provisions amending the Canada Labour Code (the “Code”). The Standing Committee on Finance adopted some amendments to the proposed Pay Equity Actand
- [Le gouvernement fédéral propose d’importantes modifications au Code canadien du travail dans le projet de loi C-86](https://ehlaw.ca/le-gouvernement-federal-propose-la-modernisation-du-code-canadien-du-travail-dans-le-projet-de-loi-c-86/?lang=fr) - Le 29 octobre 2018, le gouvernement fédéral a déposé le projet de loi C-86, projet de loi omnibus visant l’exécution d’aspects supplémentaires du budget de 2018 du gouvernement. Le projet de loi introduit une nouvelle Loi sur l’équité salariale et prévoit des modifications au Code canadien du travail (le « Code »). Le Comité permanent a adopté certaines modifications à
- [November 27, 2018 - Sky Regional pilots choose ALPA](https://ehlaw.ca/november-27-2018-sky-regional-pilots-choose-alpa/) - TOP STORY Sky Regional Airlines – Order No. 11337-U Application for certification - Air Line Pilots Association received certification – bargaining unit description: all pilots employed by Sky Regional Airlines Inc., excluding Assistant Chief Pilots, managers and anyone above those ranks CTA Decisions Application – Flair Airlines Ltd. c-o-b as Flair Air, on behalf of itself and Travel
- [Le projet de loi 47, Loi de 2018 pour un Ontario ouvert aux affaires, reçoit la sanction royale](https://ehlaw.ca/le-projet-de-loi-47-loi-de-2018-pour-un-ontario-ouvert-aux-affaires-recoit-la-sanction-royale/?lang=fr) - Le gouvernement ontarien a déposé le projet de loi 47, Loi de 2018 pour un Ontario ouvert aux affaires, le 23 octobre 2018. Dans notre article Au Point précédent, nous détaillions les modifications proposées par le projet de loi à la Loi de 2000 sur les normes d’emploi (la « LNE ») et à la Loi de 1995 sur
- [Bill 47, Making Ontario Open for Business Act, 2018, Receives Royal Assent](https://ehlaw.ca/bill-47-making-ontario-open-for-business-act-2018-receives-royal-assent/) - The Ontario government introduced Bill 47, the Making Ontario Open for Business Act, 2018, on October 23, 2018. As discussed in a previous Focus Alert, the Bill proposed amendments to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the “ESA”) and the Labour Relations Act, 1995 (the “LRA”) repealing many of the changes implemented by the former Liberal government’s Bill 148,
- [November 20, 2018 - A brand with Flair](https://ehlaw.ca/november-20-2018-a-brand-with-flair/) - TOP STORY A new Flair carrier Decisions Pilot age discrimination – Bradley v Onni Group of Companies, 2018 BCHRT 250 Pilot applied for job as business pilot – application refused because company looking for “young guy” – pilot attempted to apply again – no response – pilot filed timely application with the Canadian Human
- [November 13, 2018 - 747 skids off runway, aircraft sustains significant damage](https://ehlaw.ca/november-13-2018-747-skids-off-runway-aircraft-sustains-significant-damage/) - TOP STORY TSB investigators in Halifax after 747 cargo jet goes off runway CTA DECISIONS Application – Air Italy S.p.A. c-o-b as Air Italy – Determination No. A-2018-234 Pursuant to subsection 69(1) of the Canada Transportation Act Application – Air Italy S.p.A. c-o-b as Air Italy – Determination No. A-2018-233 Pursuant to subsection 73(2) of the Canada Transportation Act Application – WestJet on behalf of
- [Le gouvernement fédéral introduit d’importantes modifications aux dispositions sur les normes du travail de la partie III du Code canadien du travail et une nouvelle loi sur l’équité salariale](https://ehlaw.ca/le-gouvernement-federal-introduit-dimportantes-modifications-aux-dispositions-sur-les-normes-du-travail-de-la-partie-iii-du-code-canadien-du-travail-et-une-nouvelle-loi-sur-lequite-s/?lang=fr) - Le 29 octobre 2018, le gouvernement fédéral a déposé le projet de loi C‑86, Loi no 2 portant exécution de certaines dispositions du budget déposé au Parlement le 27 février 2018 et mettant en œuvre d’autres mesures. Le projet de loi C‑86 est un projet de loi omnibus qui, s’il est adopté, apportera d’importantes modifications aux dispositions sur les normes
- [November 8, 2018 - Ontario Continues to Keep Students Safer to Provide better Learning](https://ehlaw.ca/november-8-2018-ontario-continues-to-keep-students-safer-to-provide-better-learning/) - Bill 48, the Safe and Supportive Classrooms Act, 2018, was introduced by the Minister of Education in the legislature on October 25, 2018. The Bill, if passed, will amend the Early Childhood Educators Act, 2007, the Ontario College of Teachers Act, 1996, and the Teaching Profession Act by expanding the definitions of professional misconduct and sexual abuse and providing for the
- [le 8 novembre 2018 - L’Ontario continue de renforcer la sécurité pour améliorer l’apprentissage des élèves](https://ehlaw.ca/le-8-novembre-2018-lontario-continue-de-renforcer-la-securite-pour-ameliorer-lapprentissage-des-eleves/?lang=fr) - Le projet de loi 48, Loi de 2018 pour des écoles sûres et axées sur le soutien, a été présenté au Parlement par le ministre de l’Éducation le 25 octobre 2018. S’il est adopté, le projet de loi modifiera la Loi de 2007 sur les éducatrices et les éducateurs de la petite enfance, la Loi de 1996 sur l’Ordre
- [November 6, 2018 - Criminal conviction for drone pilot](https://ehlaw.ca/november-6-2018-criminal-conviction-for-drone-pilot/) - TOP STORY Criminal conviction for drone pilot DECISIONS Security clearance – Malafouris v Canada (Transport), 2018 FC 1082 Employee of Securitas Transportation Aviation Security Ltd working at YUL revoked security clearance – judicial review of minister’s decision – employee Mexican national – requested to provide criminal background check from Mexican police – employee unable to comply
- [Federal government introduces significant amendments to labour standards provisions under Part III of the Canada Labour Code as well as proposing new Pay Equity legislation ](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-introduces-significant-amendments-to-labour-standards-provisions-under-part-iii-of-the-canada-labour-code-as-well-as-proposing-new-pay-equity-legislation/) - On October 29, 2018, the Federal government introduced Bill C-86, referred to as A second Act to implement certain provisions of the budget tabled in Parliament on February 27, 2018 and other measures. Bill C-86 is omnibus legislation that will, if passed, make significant amendments to the labour standards provisions under Part III of the Canada
- [October 31, 2018 - Non-resident worker in international airspace may have claim for psychological injury](https://ehlaw.ca/october-31-2018-non-resident-worker-in-international-airspace-may-have-claim-for-psychological-injury/) - TOP STORY Air Canada v British Columbia (Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal), 2018 BCCA 387 Judicial review – Trial court allowed judicial review – Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal (WCAT) refused flight attendant living in Manitoba workers’ compensation – flight attendant suffered psychological distress after incident on transpacific flight – claimed workers’ compensation –whether non-domiciled worker can claim
- [Le gouvernement de l’Ontario présente le projet de loi 47, Loi de 2018 pour un Ontario ouvert aux affaires, abrogeant une grande partie du projet de loi 148 favorable aux travailleurs](https://ehlaw.ca/gouvernement-ontario-loi-47/?lang=fr) - Le 23 octobre 2018, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a présenté le projet de loi 47, Loi de 2018 pour un Ontario ouvert aux affaires. S’il est adopté, le projet de loi 47 modifiera la Loi de 2000 sur les normes d’emploi (la « LNE ») et la Loi de 1995 sur les relations de travail (la « LRT ») afin d’abroger bon
- [Ontario government introduces Bill 47, Making Ontario Open for Business Act, 2018 – repeals much of labour-friendly Bill 148](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-introduces-bill-47-making-ontario-open-for-business-act-2018-repeals-much-of-labour-friendly-bill-148/) - On October 23, 2018, the Ontario government introduced Bill 47, the Making Ontario Open for Business Act, 2018. If passed into law, Bill 47 would amend the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the “ESA”), and the Labour Relations Act, 1995 (the “LRA”) to repeal many of the changes implemented by the former Liberal government through Bill
- [October 23, 2018 - Airlines impose cannabis ban on pilots and cabin crew](https://ehlaw.ca/october-23-2018-airlines-impose-cannabis-ban-on-pilots-and-cabin-crew/) - TOP STORY Airlines impose cannabis ban on pilots and cabin crew DECISIONS Security clearance – Del Vecchio v Canada (Attorney General) – 2018 FCA 168 Appeal – Federal Court refused judicial review – security clearance withdrawn by Director General, Aviation Security – security clearance required, operate business at airport – appeal dismissed – trial
- [October 16, 2018 - Airlines in Canada ‘on the precipice of something bad,’ say critics](https://ehlaw.ca/october-16-2018-airlines-in-canada-on-the-precipice-of-something-bad-say-critics/) - TOP STORY Airlines in Canada ‘on the precipice of something bad,’ say critics DECISIONS OPSEU and Ontario (Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry), 2018 CarswellOnt 16222 Helicopter pilot grieves poisoned and toxic work environment – vexatious comments and conduct of chief pilot – preliminary – determining appropriate scope of evidence – three-year rule for
- [October 11, 2018 - Air Canada prohibits cannabis use among staff](https://ehlaw.ca/october-11-2018-air-canada-prohibits-cannabis-use-among-staff/) - TOP STORY Air Canada prohibits cannabis use among staff DECISIONS Bell v Civil Air Search and Rescue Association et al, 2018 MBCA 96 Appeal from judicial review – individual successfully reviewed association’s decision to suspend membership – Did court have jurisdiction to review membership decision in private organization? – court does not have jurisdiction –
- [October 5, 2018 - 'It's time,' says 1st indigenous woman in Canada to start an airline on her own](https://ehlaw.ca/october-5-2018-its-time-says-1st-indigenous-woman-in-canada-to-start-an-airline-on-her-own/) - TOP STORY 'It's time,' says 1st indigenous woman in Canada to start an airline on her own CIRB DECISIONS Unfair labour practice – Innotech Aviation Ltd. – Order No. 31503-C Employer alleged that union, Innotech Aviation Limited Employees’ Association, gave service agreement to Unifor – union representation work without certificate – complaint dismissed –
- [October 4, 2018 - HRTO dismisses student’s interim request to require the use of the 2015 health and physical education curriculum](https://ehlaw.ca/october-4-2018-hrto-dismisses-students-interim-request-to-require-the-use-of-the-2015-health-and-physical-education-curriculum/) - A transgender student has alleged discrimination against the Ministry of Education for repealing the 2015 health and physical education curriculum and replacing it with an interim curriculum based on the one from 1998. The 2015 curriculum included references to sexual orientation, gender diverse identities and expressions and non-heterosexual orientations, while the 1998 curriculum did not.
- [le 4 octobre 2018 - Le TDPO rejette la demande provisoire d’une élève visant à exiger l’utilisation du programme-cadre d’éducation physique et santé de 2015](https://ehlaw.ca/le-4-octobre-2018-le-tdpo-rejette-la-demande-provisoire-dune-eleve-visant-a-exiger-lutilisation-du-programme-cadre-deducation-physique-et-sante-de-2015/?lang=fr) - Une élève transgenre a déposé une demande provisoire auprès du Tribunal des droits de la personne alléguant que la décision du ministère de l’Éducation d’abroger le programme-cadre d’éducation physique et santé de 2015 et de le remplacer avec un programme-cadre basé sur celui de 1998 était discriminatoire puisque ce dernier ne comporte pas de référence
- [September 27, 2018 - Delta pilot charged after concealing mental illness](https://ehlaw.ca/september-27-2018/) - TOP STORY Delta pilot charged after concealing mental illness CTA DECISIONS Application – Air Canada c.o.b. Air Canada rouge and as Air Canada Cargo, on behalf of itself and Adria Airways d.o.o. – Determination No. A-2018-203 Pursuant to section 60 of the Canada Transportation Act, and section 8.2 of the Air Transportation Regulations Application
- [Nouvelles exigences de déclaration des atteintes à la vie privée en vertu de la LPRPDE](https://ehlaw.ca/nouvelles-exigences-de-declaration-des-atteintes-a-la-vie-privee-en-vertu-de-la-lprpde/?lang=fr) - Le 1er novembre 2018, de nouvelles exigences de déclaration obligatoire des atteintes à la vie privée entreront en vigueur pour toutes les organisations régies par la Loi sur la protection des renseignements personnels et les documents électroniques (« LPRPDE »). En préparation pour cette date, le Commissariat à la protection de la vie privée du Canada (« CPVP ») a publié un
- [New PIPEDA Breach Reporting Obligations](https://ehlaw.ca/new-pipeda-breach-reporting-obligations/) - On November 1, 2018 new mandatory privacy breach reporting requirements will come into effect for all organizations governed by the Personal Information and Electronic Documents Act (“PIPEDA”). In preparation, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (“OPC”) has released a document providing guidance on mandatory breach reporting. This guidance is currently in draft form and
- [September 21, 2019 - Disclosing Student Safety/Transition Plans to the JHSC](https://ehlaw.ca/disclosing-student-safety-transition-plans-to-the-jhsc/) - At issue in the grievance was whether the Board had an obligation under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (“OHSA”) and the collective agreement to produce certain records created under the safe school provisions of the Education Act and related regulations to the joint health and safety committee (“JHSC”) or to the health and safety representatives. The Arbitrator held
- [le 21 septembre 2018 - Divulgation des plans de sécurité/transition des élèves au CMSST ](https://ehlaw.ca/le-21-septembre-2018-divulgation-des-plans-de-securite-transition-des-eleves-au-cmsst/?lang=fr) - Le Syndicat a sollicité, entre autres, la divulgation auprès du comité mixte sur la santé et la sécurité au travail (« CMSST ») ou du représentant à la santé et à la sécurité des documents créés dans le cadre des procédures du Conseil en vertu des dispositions de la Loi sur l’éducation et ses règlements afférents portant sur les
- [La Cour accorde des dommages et une injonction à l’employeur pour des propos diffamatoires tenus par une ancienne employée](https://ehlaw.ca/la-cour-accorde-des-dommages-et-une-injonction-a-lemployeur-pour-des-propos-diffamatoires-tenus-par-une-ancienne-employee/?lang=fr) - La Cour supérieure de justice de l’Ontario a accordé des dommages-intérêts, des dommages punitifs et une injonction interlocutoire permanente à l’employeur et à deux de ses cadres en raison de propos diffamatoires tenus par une ancienne employée (ci-après la « défenderesse ») qui avait été préalablement congédiée pour motifs valables. Me Sébastien Huard et Me Justin Dubois,
- [Court awards damages and an injunction to an employer for defamatory statements made by a former employee](https://ehlaw.ca/court-awards-damages-punitive-damages-and-an-injunction-to-an-employer-for-defamatory-statements-made-by-a-former-employee/) - The Ontario Superior Court of Justice awarded damages, punitive damages and a permanent interlocutory injunction to an employer and two of its managers due to defamatory statements made by a former employee (hereinafter the “Defendant”) who had previously been dismissed for cause. Sébastien Huard and Justin Dubois, of Emond Harnden, were successful before the Court
- [September 19, 2018 - Air Canada fined $65,000 for 'mental agony' after family kicked off flight](https://ehlaw.ca/september-19-2018-air-canada-fined-65000-for-mental-agony-after-family-kicked-off-flight/) - TOP STORY Air Canada fined $65,000 for 'mental agony' after family kicked off flight DECISIONS Appeal – Violation of airline policy – Paine v. Air Canada, 2018 NSSC 215 Family travelling Air Canada from Vancouver to Sydney, Nova Scotia – Delayed waiting in Air Canada check-in line – Alleged that Air Canada’s staff caused the
- [September 12, 2018 - Quebec election: PQ targets Air Canada’s “quasi-monopoly” in Quebec](https://ehlaw.ca/september-12-2018-quebec-election-pq-targets-air-canadas-quasi-monopoly-in-quebec/) - TOP STORY Quebec election: PQ targets Air Canada’s “quasi-monopoly” in Quebec DECISIONS Complaint – Duty of Fair Representation – Hill v Unifor, Local Union No. 114, 2018 CanLII 79713 Complainant dismissed by Viking Air for dishonesty in relation to disability claims – Union pursued grievance to arbitration and mediated settlement with employer for reinstatement first,
- [Le gouvernement fédéral publie un rapport sur les consultations visant la modernisation du Code canadien du travail](https://ehlaw.ca/le-gouvernement-federal-publie-un-rapport-sur-les-consultations-visant-la-modernisation-du-code-canadien-du-travail/?lang=fr) - Les normes minimales du Code canadien du travail (« Code ») pour les salaires, les heures de travail et les autres conditions de travail générales ont été établies dans les années 60, à une époque où l’emploi typique (c.‑à‑d. l’emploi à temps plein avec des salaires et des avantages sociaux décents) était la norme. De façon générale, ces
- [Federal Government releases report on consultations to modernize Canada Labour Code](https://ehlaw.ca/federal-government-releases-report-on-consultations-to-modernize-canada-labour-code/) - The Canada Labour Code (“Code”) minimum standards for wages, hours of work, and other general working conditions, were established in the 1960s at a time when standard employment (i.e. full-time employment with decent wages and benefits) was the norm. For the most part, these standards have remained unchanged notwithstanding the dramatic rise in non-standard employment since the
- [Discrimination on the basis of citizenship - Ontario Human Rights Tribunal releases landmark decision](https://ehlaw.ca/discrimination-on-the-basis-of-citizenship-ontario-human-rights-tribunal-releases-landmark-decision/) - In Haseeb v. Imperial Oil Ltd. (July, 2018), the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (“Tribunal”) was tasked with considering a claim of discrimination in employment on the basis of citizenship. While citizenship is a prohibited ground of discrimination under the Ontario Human Rights Code (“Code”), it is certainly one of the less frequently litigated grounds of
- [Discrimination fondée sur la citoyenneté – Le Tribunal des droits de la personne de l’Ontario rend une décision clé](https://ehlaw.ca/discrimination-fondee-sur-la-citoyennete-le-tribunal-des-droits-de-la-personne-de-lontario-rend-une-decision-cle/?lang=fr) - Dans Haseeb c. Imperial Oil Ltd. (juillet 2018), le Tribunal des droits de la personne de l’Ontario (« Tribunal ») était saisi d’une allégation de discrimination en matière d’emploi fondée sur la citoyenneté. La citoyenneté est un motif de discrimination interdit par le Code des droits de la personne de l’Ontario (« Code »), bien qu’elle fasse moins souvent l’objet de
- [le 6 septembre 2018 - La CODP publie une nouvelle politique et des recommandations portant sur l’éducation accessible  ](https://ehlaw.ca/le-6-septembre-2018-la-codp-publie-une-nouvelle-politique-et-des-recommandations-portant-sur-leducation-accessible/?lang=fr) - Le 29 août 2018, la Commission ontarienne des droits de la personne (« CODP ») a publié une nouvelle Politique sur l’éducation accessible aux élèves handicapés, accompagnée de recommandations sur la façon que les conseils scolaires puissent mieux s’acquitter de leurs obligations aux termes du Code des droits de la personne. Les recommandations qui l’accompagnent présentent des mesures que
- [September 6, 2018 - Halifax airport on the hook for tenants' wastewater, UARB rules](https://ehlaw.ca/september-6-2018-halifax-airport-on-the-hook-for-tenants-wastewater-uarb-rules/) - TOP STORY Halifax airport on the hook for tenant’s wastewater, UARB rules DECISIONS Judicial Review – Discrimination – Green v. CATSA, 2018 FC 856 Applicant, an African-Canadian CBSA officer, alleged discrimination against CATSA staff at Calgary airport because she was detained – Staff had detained her when CBSA equipment discovered in luggage – Application denied
- [August 30, 2018 - Transportation Safety Board - The Year in Review](https://ehlaw.ca/august-30-2018-transportation-safety-board-the-year-in-review/) - TOP STORY Transportation Safety Board of Canada releases 2017–18 Annual Report Annual Report to Parliament 2017-18 DECISIONS Complaint - Duty of Fair Representation - Hill v Unifor, Local Union No. 114, 2018 CanLII 79713 Former AME claimed Union acted in breach of its duty of fair representation - Employee was terminated and not reinstated under grievance
- [August 21, 2018 - "Bona fide" Business Requirement Argument Doesn't Fly With Arbitrator](https://ehlaw.ca/august-21-2018-bona-fide-business-requirement-argument-doesnt-fly-with-arbitrator/) - TOP STORY Newrest v Teamsters, Local 647, 2018 CanLII 76447 Grievance - Layoff and Bargaining Unit Work - Grievance over 6 layoffs and continuing violation of agreement by assignment of bargaining unit work to management and non-union administrative positions - Employer admitted to violation of the agreement due to bona fide work requirements - Grievance allowed, Employer
- [August 15, 2018 - National Airlines Council of Canada urges Ottawa on decision of privatizing airport security](https://ehlaw.ca/august-15-2018-national-airlines-council-of-canada-urges-ottawa-on-decision-of-privatizing-airport-security/) - TOP STORY National Airlines Council of Canada urges Ottawa on decision of privatizing airport security DECISIONS Grievance - Unpaid Premium - Air Canada Rouge v Canadian Union of Public Employees, Air Canada Component, Local 4098, 2018 CanLII 74198 Grievance as Employer failed to include training hours in calculation of "Over 95 Hours Premium" -
- [August 7, 2018 - CUPE cleared for takeoff to represent WestJet flight attendants](https://ehlaw.ca/august-7-2018-cupe-cleared-for-takeoff-to-represent-westjet-flight-attendants/) - TOP STORY CUPE cleared for takeoff to represent WestJet flight attendants DECISIONS Claim - Loss of Tools - Morin c. Premier Aviation Quebec Inc., 2018 QCCQ 5139 Employee claimed $3,859.94 for loss of personal tools from worksite - Employee was incarcerated and Employer emailed to advise his tools were locked up but he needed
- [July 31, 2018 - Canada’s small airports applaud Federal decision to invest in safety infrastructure](https://ehlaw.ca/july-31-2018-canadas-small-airports-applaud-federal-decision-to-invest-in-safety-infrastructure/) - TOP STORY Canada’s small airports applaud Federal decision to invest in safety infrastructure DECISIONS Passenger Claim - Lost Baggage - Tremblay c. Air Canada, 2018 QCCQ 4823 Claim for $12,940 for lost baggage and consistent misinformation from air carrier - Awarded $3,611 for various claimed damages plus $2,000 in punitive damages due to failure
- [July 25, 2018 - TSB Reports on Fatigue in the Transportation Sector](https://ehlaw.ca/july-25-2018-tsb-reports-on-fatigue-in-the-transportation-sector/) - TOP STORY Fatigue in Transportation Forum DECISIONS Judicial Review - Penalty for Negligence - Friesen v. Canada (Attorney General), 2018 FC 723 Helicopter pilot fined $1,000 for negligence and “likely to endanger the life or property of any person” for sliding helicopter between skaters - Decision confirmed on Appeal - Application for Judicial Review dismissed
- [July 17, 2018 - WestJet, Swoop respond to possible unionization of flight attendants](https://ehlaw.ca/july-17-2018-westjet-swoop-respond-to-possible-unionization-of-flight-attendants/) - TOP STORY WestJet, Swoop respond to possible unionization of flight attendants DECISIONS Passenger Complaint - Missed Flight - Sabiq c. Turkish Airlines, 2018 QCCQ 4747 Claim for $4,500 due to missed flight - Airline not responsible for passenger missing scheduled departure - Dismissed Appeal - Deficit - Gignac and Porter Airlines, 2018 QCTAT 3290
- [July 10, 2018 - First Air and Canadian North Announce Merger](https://ehlaw.ca/july-10-2018-first-air-and-canadian-north-announce-merger/) - TOP STORY First Air and Canadian North plan to merge ... again CANADIAN TRANSPORTATION AGENCY DECISIONS Application - WestJet - Determination No. A-2018-156 Pursuant to subsection 69(1) of the Canada Transportation Act, S.C., 1996, c. 10, as amended Application - WestJet - Determination No. A-2018-146 Pursuant to subsection 69(1) of the Canada Transportation Act, S.C., 1996, c. 10,
- [July 4, 2018 - Lacking Eyes on the Skies](https://ehlaw.ca/july-4-2018-lacking-eyes-on-the-skies/) - TOP STORY Nav Canada feeling effects of labour shortage DECISIONS Judicial Review - Security Clearance - Haque v. Canada (Attorney General), 2018 FC 651 Pearson worker denied Security Clearance as was found to have associations with individuals with criminal records, among other charges - Review of procedural fairness and reasonableness of decision - Director
- [le 28 juin 2018 - Cour rejette les actions intentées par des enseignants](https://ehlaw.ca/le-28-juin-2018-cour-rejette-les-actions-intentees-par-des-enseignants/?lang=fr) - Les Demandeurs ont intenté des actions à l’encontre de deux Conseils pour congédiement injustifié et pour violation de la Loi sur l’éducation et du Règlement 99/02 (Évaluation du rendement des enseignants). Les Demandeurs alléguaient, entre autres, que les Conseils n’avaient pas respecté la procédure d’évaluation du rendement dans le cadre du Programme d’insertion professionnelle du
- [June 27, 2018 - ATAC Asks Garneau to Align Canadian Flight and Duty Times with U.S. Regulations](https://ehlaw.ca/june-27-2018-atac-asks-garneau-to-align-canadian-flight-and-duty-times-with-u-s-regulations/) - TOP STORY ATAC Asks Garneau to Align Canadian Flight and Duty Times with U.S. Regulations DECISIONS Application – Costs – Pacific Aviation Academy of British Columbia v Hassan, 2018 BCSC 979 Judicial review decision had set aside judgement in default and referred action back to Provincial Court, with costs for the petitioners – Respondent
- [Le 1er juillet tombe un dimanche? La Loi instituant des jours de fête légale déplace la fête du Canada au 2 juillet](https://ehlaw.ca/1er-juillet-tombe-un-dimanche-la-loi-instituant-des-jours-de-fete-legale-deplace-la-fete-du-canada-au-2-juillet/?lang=fr) - La loi fédérale Loi instituant des jours de fête légale prévoit que le 1er juillet est un jour de fête légale, célébré sous le nom de « fête du Canada ». Cette année le 1er juillet tombe un dimanche qui, pour la plupart des employés, n’est pas un jour de travail régulier. Par conséquent, la fête du Canada est
- [July 1st a Sunday? Holidays Act “Bumps” Canada Day to July 2nd](https://ehlaw.ca/july-1st-a-sunday-holidays-act-bumps-canada-day-to-july-2nd/) - The federal Holidays Act provides that July1st is a legal holiday, kept and observed under the name “Canada Day”. This year July 1st falls on a Sunday which, for most employees, would not be a regular working day. As a result, Canada Day is “bumped” to July 2nd. This can lead to some confusion on
- [le 14 juin 2018 - Cour annule la révocation du certificat de qualification et d’inscription d’une ancienne direction de l’éducation](https://ehlaw.ca/cour-annule-la-revocation-du-certificat-de-qualification-et-dinscription-dune-ancienne-direction-de-leducation/?lang=fr) - Le comité de discipline de l’Ordre des enseignantes et des enseignants de l’Ontario (« Ordre ») a intenté des procédures à l’encontre d’une ancienne direction de l’éducation (« ADÉ ») à la suite d’allégations de plagiat. Le comité de discipline a ordonné la révocation du certificat de qualification et d’inscription de l’ADÉ. L’ADÉ a demandé à la Cour divisionnaire
- [June 13, 2018 - Airlines Struggle With Global Pilot Shortage](https://ehlaw.ca/june-13-2018-airlines-struggle-with-global-pilot-shortage/) - TOP STORY Airlines Struggle with Global Pilot Shortage DECISIONS Appeal - Lower Back Injury - Decision No. 2649/17, 2018 ONWSIAT 890 Appeal of three ARO decisions regarding back injury of AME in 2012 - Worker had pre-existing condition, however workplace accident aggravated condition - Employee granted ongoing entitlement on the basis that back did
- [June 6, 2018 - Employer Failed to Advise Employee Failure to Obtain AVOP Would Result in Administrative Termination](https://ehlaw.ca/june-6-2018-employer-failed-to-advise-employee-failure-to-obtain-avop-would-result-in-administrative-termination/) - TOP STORY Lee and Air Canada, Re, 2018 CarswellNat 2459 Grievance - Unjust Dismissal - Connection System Coordinator alleged unjust dismissal when he was terminated for failing to obtain his AVOP designation - Employee attempted and failed examination three times, then was prevented from retaking test for one year - Employer failed to advise employee failure
- [Temps alloué pour aller voter : obligations de l’employeur le jour du scrutin](https://ehlaw.ca/obligations-des-employeurs-le-jour-du-scrutin/?lang=fr) - Une élection provinciale aura lieu en Ontario le 7 juin 2018. En vertu de la Loi électorale de l’Ontario, les employeurs sont tenus de libérer leurs employés pour aller voter ou travailler dans le cadre de l’élection. Personnel de scrutin Les employés qui sont directeurs de scrutin ou qui ont été nommés par un directeur
- [Voting time: Employers’ obligations on election day](https://ehlaw.ca/employers-obligations-on-election-day/) - An Ontario provincial election has been called for June 7, 2018. Employers should be aware that, under the Ontario Election Act, they must provide employees time off to serve or to vote at the election. Serving at election All employees acting as returning officers or who have been appointed by a returning officer to be
- [le 30 mai 2018 - Discrimination fondée sur l’âge dans les régimes d’avantages sociaux – Exception législative jugée inconstitutionnelle](https://ehlaw.ca/le-30-mai-2018-discrimination-fondee-sur-lage-dans-les-regimes-davantages-sociaux-exception-legislative-jugee-inconstitutionnelle/?lang=fr) - Un enseignant a déposé une Requête alléguant que le régime d’avantages sociaux du Conseil était discriminatoire puisque ses prestations d’assurance maladie, dentaire et assurance vie ont pris fin lorsqu’il a atteint l’âge de 65 ans, nonobstant le fait qu’il travaillait toujours à temps plein. L’effet combiné d’une exception prévue au Code des droits de la personne de
- [May 29, 2018 - ALPA & Westjet Agree to Settlement Process](https://ehlaw.ca/may-29-2018-alpa-westjet-agree-to-settlement-process/) - TOP STORY Settlement Process Reached Between WestJet Pilots and WestJet DECISIONS Grievance - Meal Allowance - Canadian Union of Public Employees, Air Canada Component v Air Canada Rouge, 2018 CanLII 44930 Grievance regarding failure to pay meal allowance during mandatory training periods - Review of collective agreement language clearly connected meal allowance to duty
- [May 24, 2018 - More Labour Turbulence as UNIFOR Votes for Strike Action at Flair](https://ehlaw.ca/may-24-2018-more-labour-turbulence-as-unifor-votes-for-strike-action-at-flair/) - TOP STORY Members at Flair Airlines Have Spoken DECISIONS Judicial Review - Regulations - Canadian Union of Public Employees v. Canada (Attorney General), 2018 FC 518 CUPE challenge of new Regulations stating how many flight attendants are required on passenger airplanes in proportion to passenger seats - CUPE alleged that Regulations were contrary to
- [May 18, 2018 - WestJet Pilots Vote to Strike](https://ehlaw.ca/may-18-2018-westjet-pilots-vote-to-strike/) - TOP STORY WestJet Pilots Vote to Strike if Negotiations Break Down DECISIONS Grievance - Pre/post-flight time - Syndicat canadien de la fonction publique, section locale 4041 v transat A.T. inc., 2018 CanLII 41770 Flight Directors grieved failure to pay 30 minute premium for duties performed as per collective agreement - Employer split premium into
- [le 17 mai 2018 - Faute professionnelle – Révocation obligatoire du certificat de qualification et d’inscription](https://ehlaw.ca/le-17-mai-218-faute-professionnelle-revocation-obligatoire-du-certificat-de-qualification-et-dinscription/?lang=fr) - Le 8 mai 2018, le projet de loi 31, Loi de 2018 pour un plan axé sur le mieux-être et l’avenir (mesures budgétaires) (« Loi 31 »), a reçu la sanction royale. La Loi 31 ajoute à la liste des actes qui entraînent la révocation obligatoire du certificat de qualification et d’inscription. Si la faute professionnelle vise un acte qui mène
- [May 8, 2018 - Pilot's Age Discrimination Claim Dismissed](https://ehlaw.ca/may-8-2018-pilots-age-discrimination-claim-dismissed/) - TOP STORY Bagherinia v. Wal-Mart Canada Corp, 2018 HRTO 502 Human Rights - Age Discrimination - Commercial pilot applied for position flying corporate jet - When not awarded position, filed Human Rights complaint on the basis of age discrimination - Decision who to hire was based upon immediate ability to fly (i.e. no delay to obtain
- [Le gouvernement ontarien annonce un (autre) changement au mode de calcul du salaire pour jour férié à compter du 1er juillet 2018](https://ehlaw.ca/le-gouvernement-ontarien-annonce-un-autre-changement-au-mode-de-calcul-du-salaire-pour-jour-ferie-a-compter-du-1er-juillet-2018/?lang=fr) - Les employeurs aux prises avec la nouvelle formule de calcul du salaire pour jour férié introduite plus tôt cette année par le projet de loi 148, Loi de 2017 pour l’équité en milieu de travail et de meilleurs emplois (la « Loi 148 »), seront certainement soulagés de savoir que le gouvernement a annoncé son intention de revenir à
- [Ontario government announces that public holiday pay calculations will change (again) effective July 1, 2018](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-government-announces-that-public-holiday-pay-calculations-will-change-again-effective-july-1-2018/) - Employers who have been grappling with the new public holiday pay formula introduced earlier this year through Bill 148, the Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, 2017, may be relieved to know that the government has announced that it will be reverting to the old formula, at least temporarily. On May 7, 2018, the government filed
- [Un arbitre ontarien conclut que les employés ayant droit à des régimes de prestations d’invalidité de courte durée et de longue durée aux termes d’une convention collective n’ont pas droit à un congé d’urgence personnelle](https://ehlaw.ca/les-employes-ayant-droit-a-des-regimes-dinvalidite-aux-termes-dune-convention-collective-nont-pas-droit-au-un-conge-durgence-personnelle/?lang=fr) - Les lecteurs d’Au Point se souviendront que les modifications récemment apportées au congé d’urgence personnelle (CUP) prévu par la Loi sur les normes d’emploi (LNE) ont accordé à tous les employés deux jours de CUP payés et huit jours sans solde. Ces modifications ont amené de nombreux employeurs qui offrent des congés payés additionnels (comme
- [le 3 mai 2018 - Code de conduite obligatoire pour les conseillers scolaires](https://ehlaw.ca/le-3-mai-2018-code-de-conduite-obligatoire-pour-les-conseillers-scolaires/?lang=fr) - En avril 2018, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a adopté le Règlement 246/18 (Membres de conseils scolaires – Code de conduite). Le Règlement énonce que chaque conseil doit adopter un code de conduite qui s’applique à ses conseillers scolaires. La date limite afin d’avoir adopté un code de conduite est le 15 mai 2019. Celui-ci doit
- [April 27, 2018 - Court Upholds Manager Finding: S.240 Complaint Dismissed ](https://ehlaw.ca/april-27-2018-court-upholds-manager-finding-s-240-complaint-dismissed/) - TOP STORY Cicale v. Swiss International Air Lines Ltd., 2018 FC 389 Judicial Review - Constructive Dismissal - Adjudicator concluded applicant was a "manager" therefore not covered under CLC - Finding of adjudicator was reasonable - Not the place for Court to question credibility and documentary findings only examine reasonableness of outcome - Application dismissed
- [Un arbitre confirme le congédiement pour harcèlement sexuel mais rejette l’approche « tolérance zéro »](https://ehlaw.ca/un-arbitre-confirme-le-congediement-pour-harcelement-sexuel-mais-rejette-lapproche-tolerance-zero/?lang=fr) - Une décision arbitrale récemment rendue a confirmé le congédiement d’un employé au motif qu’il avait contrevenu à la politique de l’employeur contre la violence et le harcèlement au travail. Dans Re Metro Rideau Store c. UNIFOR Local 414 (mars 2018), l’arbitre Baxter a conclu que, suivant la prépondérance des probabilités, l’employé congédié avait harcelé sexuellement une
- [le 19 avril 2018 - FEESO et ETFO  déposent des plaintes de pratique déloyale contre l'Ontario](https://ehlaw.ca/le-19-avril-2018-feeso-et-etfo-deposent-des-plaintes-de-pratique-deloyale-contre-lontario/?lang=fr) - La Fédération des enseignantes et des enseignants de l’élémentaire de l’Ontario (« ETFO ») et la Fédération des enseignantes-enseignants des écoles secondaires de l’Ontario (« FEESO ») ont déposé des plaintes de pratique déloyale de travail contre le gouvernement de l’Ontario alléguant que celui-ci a : fait des paiements de dizaines de millions de dollars aux syndicats et aux
- [April 17, 2018 - Employee on "auto-pilot" Wins Unjust Dismissal Notice](https://ehlaw.ca/employee-auto-pilot-wins-unjust-dismissal-notice/) - TOP STORY Roy and Northern New Brunswick Airport Inc., Re, (Canada Adjudication) Application - Unjust Dismissal - Employee drove baggage tug while under orders not to drive any motorized vehicle during the temporary suspension of his driver's license - Employee could not provide explanation and was terminated - Employee claimed unjust dismissal under Canada Labour
- [April 10, 2018 - Weed and the Workplace](https://ehlaw.ca/april-10-2018-weed-workplace/) - TOP STORY Weed and the Workplace DECISIONS Passenger Complaint - Delayed Baggage - Wajsfeld c. Air Canada, 2018 QCCQ 1386 Passenger claim of $5,333.65 for delayed baggage and failure to respond by airline - Airline offered $200 in compensation after baggage was delivered - Claimant could not produce proper receipt showing damages - Dismissed
- [le 5 avril 2018 - Mutation à une autre école jugée non discriminatoire](https://ehlaw.ca/le-5-avril-2018-mutation-une-autre-ecole-jugee-non-discriminatoire/?lang=fr) - La Requérante, une aide-enseignante, avait travaillé à la même école élémentaire depuis 1986. En raison du fait que la Requérante souffrait d’anxiété et qu’elle avait pris des congés de maladie, son médecin traitant avait recommandé qu’elle soit déplacée dans une nouvelle école afin d’accommoder son handicap. Le Conseil avait initialement muté la Requérante à une
- [April 4, 2018 - Harassment in the air](https://ehlaw.ca/april-4-2018-harassment-air/) - TOP STORY Air Canada flight staff graded on appearance, sexually harassed by management, union alleges DECISIONS Application - Appointment of arbitrator - Overberg v Aerospace, 2018 ONSC 1720 Application to appoint sole arbitrator in dispute pursuant to Commercial Agent Agreement - Sole arbitrator originally agreed to by parties - Respondent later sought to appoint
- [Les dispositions de salaire égal pour travail égal, peu importe la situation d’emploi, du projet de loi 148 entrent en vigueur le 1er avril 2018](https://ehlaw.ca/les-dispositions-de-salaire-egal-pour-travail-egal-peu-importe-la-situation-demploi-du-projet-de-loi-148-entrent-en-vigueur-le-1er-avril-2018/?lang=fr) - À l’heure actuelle, la Loi sur les normes d’emploi (LNE) interdit aux employeurs de verser aux employés différents taux de salaire en fonction du sexe s’ils exécutent un travail égal. À compter du 1er avril 2018, de nouvelles dispositions ajoutées à la LNE appliqueront cette obligation de salaire égal aux employés dont la situation d’emploi est différente
- [March 27, 2018 - Medical Use of Marijuana Triggers Duty to Accommodate Ramp Employee](https://ehlaw.ca/march-27-2018-medical-use-marijuana-triggers-duty-accommodate-ramp-employee/) - TOP STORY Airport Terminal Services Canadian Company v Unifor, Local 2002, 2018 CanLII 14518 Grievance - Termination - Ramp agent tested positive for marijuana after incident - Grievor refused specific conditions offered for continued employment under the Corporate Drug and Alcohol Policy - Employee's marijuana use was medical, not recreational - No evidence of impairment
- [Employer removes working from home – Court rules constructive dismissal](https://ehlaw.ca/employer-removes-working-home-court-rules-constructive-dismissal/) - In Hagholm v. Coreio Inc. (December 2017), the Ontario Superior Court of Justice found that an employee’s ability to work from home was an essential term of her employment, such that when the Employer unilaterally took away this right, the employee was constructively dismissed. The Court awarded 20.5 months salary in lieu of notice. Ms.
- [L’employeur élimine le télétravail – La Cour estime qu’il s’agit d’un congédiement déguisé](https://ehlaw.ca/elimination-du-teletravail-cour-determine-congediement-deguise/?lang=fr) - Dans Hagholm c. Coreio Inc. (décembre 2017), la Cour supérieure de justice de l’Ontario a conclu que la possibilité pour l’employée de travailler de la maison constituait une condition essentielle de son emploi, de sorte que lorsque l’employeur a unilatéralement éliminé ce droit, l’employée a fait l’objet d’un congédiement déguisé. La Cour a accordé une indemnité correspondant
- [le 22 mars 2018 - Guide portant sur la violence dans les conseils scolaires](https://ehlaw.ca/le-22-mars-2018-guide-portant-sur-la-violence-dans-les-conseils-scolaires/?lang=fr) - Le gouvernement de l’Ontario a publié un guide pour les conseils scolaires afin de mieux comprendre la Loi sur la santé et la sécurité au travail (« LSST ») et la manière dont elle s’applique à la violence au travail. Le guide offre des renseignements pour appuyer les conseils scolaires avec les éléments suivants : Comprendre les responsabilités que leur impose
- [March 20, 2018 - Time for More Oversight?](https://ehlaw.ca/2018-03-20-time-oversight/) - TOP STORY Airlines in Canada ‘on the precipice of something bad,’ say critics DECISIONS Judicial Review - Security Clearance - Dhesi v. Canada (Attorney General), 2018 FC 283 Station Attendant at YVR denied security clearance due to associations with gangs and guns - Applicant given sufficient information on concerns and time to respond - Minister's decision
- [Projet de loi 203 –  Proposition de nouveaux droits des employés à obtenir des renseignements sur la rémunération dans le lieu de travail](https://ehlaw.ca/projet-de-loi-203-proposition-de-nouveaux-droits-des-employes-a-obtenir-des-renseignements-sur-la-remuneration-dans-le-lieu-de-travail/?lang=fr) - Le gouvernement de l’Ontario a déposé le projet de loi 203, Loi de 2018 sur la transparence salariale (la Loi) le 6 mars 2018. Si elle est adoptée, la Loi entrera en vigueur le 1er janvier 2019 et établira des exigences relatives à la divulgation de renseignements au sujet de la rémunération (salaires et avantages sociaux) des employés et des
- [March 13, 2018 - TC Urged to Mandate Drug and Alcohol Testing and Accommodation for Pilots](https://ehlaw.ca/march-13-2018-tc-urged-mandate-drug-alcohol-testing-accommodation-pilots/) - TOP STORY Addressing substance abuse in the aftermath of tragedy DECISIONS Judicial Review - Security Clearance - Byfield v. Canada (Attorney General), 2018 FC 216 Review of decision to deny security clearance to baggage handler based on previous criminal acts and associations - Applicant was given sufficient opportunity to respond to the Minister regarding
- [le 8 mars 2018 - Exclusion ou renvoi? Attention!](https://ehlaw.ca/le-8-mars-2018-exclusion-ou-renvoi-attention/?lang=fr) - DN v. Toronto District School Board (EA s.311.7), 2017 CFSRB 27 (en anglais) Le Conseil a exclu un élève conformément à l’alinéa 265(1)(m) de la Loi sur l’éducation en raison d’allégations d’agression sexuelle. La direction d’école a ensuite annulé l’exclusion et lui a imposé une suspension de 20 jours selon l’alinéa 310(1)4 de la Loi. Le parent de l’élève
- [March 6, 2018 - PSAC Union Decertified at Swissport’s YVR Location](https://ehlaw.ca/march-6-2018-psac-union-decertified-swissports-yvr-location/) - TOP STORY Swissport Canada Fuel Services Inc., Order No.: 11230-U Revocation - Bargaining Unit - PSAC - all supervisors and administration employees of Swissport Canada Fuel Services Inc., working at the Vancouver International Airport, excluding the Payroll and Benefits Administrator, Facilities/Environmental Manager, Safety/Training Manager, Maintenance Manager, Operations Manager and Manager of Fuel Services - Certification
- [Budget fédéral 2018 - Éléments clés en matière du droit du travail et de l’emploi](https://ehlaw.ca/budget-federal-2018-elements-cles-en-matiere-du-droit-du-travail-et-de-lemploi/?lang=fr) - Le 27 février 2018, le gouvernement fédéral a déposé son Budget 2018, « Égalité + Croissance : Une classe moyenne forte », à la Chambre des communes. Nous avons résumé ci-dessous les mesures annoncées dans le Budget qui auront des conséquences en matière de relations de travail et d’emploi. 1. Équité salariale - nouvelle législation proactive Le gouvernement fédéral
- [February 27, 2018 - CFPA Blames the Feds](https://ehlaw.ca/february-27-2018-cfpa-blames-feds/) - TOP STORY Spike in aviation accidents and incidents mirror cuts to oversight DECISIONS Case Management Conference - Scheduling - The Commissioner of Competition v Vancouver Airport Authority, 2018 CACT 3 Rescheduling dates for redetermination Grievance - Failure to Attend - Swissport Canada Inc. v Teamsters Local 419, 2018 CanLII 6256 Grievor failed to attend
- [le 22 février 2018 - Le refus de travail en milieu scolaire](https://ehlaw.ca/le-22-fevrier-2018-le-refus-de-travail-en-milieu-scolaire/?lang=fr) - Toronto Elementary Catholic Teachers / Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association v. Toronto Catholic District School Board, 2017 CanLII 37597 (en anglais) Toronto Elementary Catholic Teachers / Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association v. Toronto Catholic District School Board, 2017 CanLII 80535 (en anglais) La Commission des relations de travail de l’Ontario a rendu une décision dans le
- [Un arbitre réintègre une infirmière congédiée pour des commentaires critiques](https://ehlaw.ca/un-arbitre-reintegre-une-infirmiere-congediee-pour-des-commentaires-critiques/?lang=fr) - Une infirmière qui a été congédiée pour avoir fait des commentaires critiques au sujet de son employeur a été réintégrée. Dans North Bay Regional Health Centre v. Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 139 (février 2018), l’arbitre devait déterminer si les commentaires publics formulés par la plaignante contrevenaient à l’obligation fondamentale de loyauté de l’employée envers son
- [February 20, 2018 - Collision With Unmanned Aerial Vehicle](https://ehlaw.ca/february-20-2018-collision-unmanned-aerial-vehicle/) - TOP STORY TSB Aviation Investigation A17Q0162 DECISIONS Refund - Flying Lessons - Lim v. Académie Aéronautique inc., 2018 QCCQ 282 Claim for balance of prepayment for flying lessons never used - Crossclaim for balance of invoice and defamation - Claim allowed, awarded $2,218.00 plus costs of $100 - Crossclaim dismissed CIRB DECISIONS Decertification
- [La Cour d’appel confirme la validité d’une clause de cessation d’emploi](https://ehlaw.ca/la-cour-dappel-confirme-la-validite-dune-clause-de-cessation-demploi/?lang=fr) - Une décision récente de la Cour d’appel de l’Ontario constitue un changement prometteur dans la façon dont les tribunaux interprètent les clauses de cessation d’emploi. Dans Nemeth c. Hatch Ltd. (janvier 2018), l’employeur a congédié un employé avec 19 ans de service. L’employeur a fourni un préavis, une indemnité de cessation d’emploi, des avantages sociaux et des
- [February 13, 2018 - TSB examines near miss at YYC](https://ehlaw.ca/february-13-2018-tsb-examines-near-miss-yyc/) - TOP STORY Lack of coordination contributed to a 2016 runway incursion at Calgary International Airport, Alberta DECISIONS Passenger Complaint - Motion to Strike - Sultana v. Air Canada, 2018 CanLII 3446 Passenger claim for $50,000 due to failure to be provided Halal meals as pre-ordered on two flights - Claim untenable at law - Motion
- [le 8 février 2018 - Méga-procès en droits linguistiques : les parties doivent acquitter leurs propres frais juridiques](https://ehlaw.ca/8-fevrier-2018-mega-proces-en-droits-linguistiques/?lang=fr) - Conseil scolaire francophone de la Colombie-Britannique c British Columbia (Education), 2018 BCSC 105 (en anglais) Le 26 septembre 2016, la Cour suprême de la Colombie-Britannique a rendu une décision dans le cadre d’un méga-procès portant sur l’article 23 de la Charte canadienne des droits et libertés qui a duré environ 238 jours. Dans sa décision
- [Les principales décisions de 2017 en droit de l’emploi](https://ehlaw.ca/principales-decisions-de-2017-en-droit-de-lemploi/?lang=fr) - Il est indéniable que 2017 fut une année passionnante et importante en droit de l’emploi. Les tribunaux furent aux prises avec des questions complexes et difficiles, comme celle de savoir dans quels cas un employé peut être congédié pour consommation de drogues ou d’alcool, ou dans quels cas l’employeur peut-il obliger un employé à subir
- [February 6, 2018 - ATAC Believes One Rule Does Not Fit All](https://ehlaw.ca/february-6-2018-atac-believes-one-rule-not-fit/) - TOP STORY ATAC mounts lobbying push in Ottawa DECISIONS Appeal - Disclosure - Vancouver Airport Authority v. Commissioner of Competition, 2018 FCA 24 Appeal of motion for disclosure dismissal - Airport Authority claims class privilege finding not supported - Jurisprudence not applicable and later overtaken by Supreme Court jurisprudence - Appeal allowed and matter
- [Projet de loi C-65 – Modifications au Code canadien du travail portant sur le harcèlement et la violence et à la Loi sur les relations de travail au Parlement portant sur la santé et la sécurité au travail](https://ehlaw.ca/projet-de-loi-c-65-modifications-portant-sur-le-harcelement-la-violence-la-sante-et-la-securite-au-travail/?lang=fr) - Dans la foulée des allégations d’inconduite sexuelle, les débats devraient commencer sur le projet de loi C‑65 du gouvernement fédéral. S’il est adopté, ce projet de loi renforcerait les protections contre la violence et le harcèlement au travail, y compris le harcèlement et la violence sexuels, dans les milieux de travail de réglementation fédérale. Le
- [January 30, 2018 - Alcohol Testing Policy Upheld](https://ehlaw.ca/january-30-2018-alcohol-testing-policy-upheld/) - TOP STORY Gate Gourmet Canada v Unifor Québec, section locale 698, 2018 CanLII 1647 Grievance - Termination Worker refused test for alcohol after Employer suspected drinking during working hours - Zero tolerance policy enforced - Employee refused test and left grounds against Employer's request - Termination upheld - Employer's actions were reasonable DECISIONS Appeal
- [le 25 janvier 2018 - Bilan de l'année 2017 en droit de l'éducation](https://ehlaw.ca/le-25-janvier-2018-bilan-de-lannee-2017-en-droit-de-leducation/?lang=fr) - RELATIONS DE TRAVAIL Bottiglia c Ottawa Catholic School Board, 2017 ONSC 2517 (en anglais) Dans quelle mesure l’employeur doit-il accepter la preuve médicale présentée au nom de l’employé? Et dans quels cas l’employeur a-t-il le droit de solliciter des renseignements médicaux supplémentaires? La Cour divisionnaire de l’Ontario a indiqué que les employeurs n’ont pas un
- [January 23, 2018 - Flight school in Nunavik trains Inuit to fly in the North](https://ehlaw.ca/january-23-2018-flight-school-nunavik-trains-inuit-fly-north/) - TOP STORY Flight school in Nunavik trains Inuit to fly in the North DECISIONS Passenger Claim - Failure to Provide Services - Matar c. Royale Jordanien Airlines, 2017 QCCQ 14816 Claim for $3,000 for failure to provide use of a wheelchair or hotel room during stopover - Plaintiff not a proper party - Hearsay
- [January 16, 2018 - Who's Going to Fly the Plane?](https://ehlaw.ca/january-16-2018-whos-going-fly-plane/) - TOP STORY Who's going to fly the plane? Pilot shortage could get worse for regional carriers DECISIONS Passenger Claim - Overbooking - Paine v Air Canada, 2017 NSSM 7 Claim for $2,400 for failure to allow passengers to board due to overbooking - Burden of proof not met by Plaintiff - Dismissed CANADIAN
- [January 9, 2018 - Pilot Shortage Loom Large](https://ehlaw.ca/january-9-2018-pilot-shortage-loom-large/) - TOP STORY Canada’s pilot shortage among most-read topics of 2017 DECISIONS Passenger Claim - Flight cancellation - Iskandar c. Air India, 2017 QCCQ 14721 Passenger claim for $14,964 due to cancellation of flight - Tickets and taxes fully reimbursed through Aeroplan Miles - Awarded $810 for stress and costs for lounge payments CANADIAN
- [December 22, 2017 - Harassment Class Action Can Proceed](https://ehlaw.ca/december-22-2017-harassment-class-action-can-proceed/) - TOP STORY Lewis v WestJet Airlines Ltd., 2017 BCSC 2327 Application to Strike - Class Action Claim for systematic breach of Anti-Harassment Promise in employment contracts - Defendant asserts that matter is a discrimination claim not breach of contract and eviscerates the relevant administrative boards - No basis to find claim does not disclose reasonable
- [La Cour d’appel fédérale conclut qu’une politique de gestion de l’assiduité n’est pas discriminatoire - aucun effet défavorable sur les employés](https://ehlaw.ca/cour-appel-federale-conclut-politique-gestion-assiduite-pas-discriminatoire/?lang=fr) - Les politiques de gestion de l’assiduité (PGA) et, notamment, les types d’absences visés pour l’application des PGA, font souvent l’objet de débats entre syndicats et employeurs. La Cour d’appel fédérale a récemment conclu que les absences causées par une invalidité et la situation de famille pouvaient être comptées dans les calculs effectués dans le cadre
- [December 19, 2017 - Seniority Not a Protected Ground](https://ehlaw.ca/december-19-2017-seniority-not-protected-ground/) - TOP STORY Cherrier v. Attorney General of Canada, 2017 ONSC 7336 Application - Seniority Discrimination claim under CHRC - Seniority allegedly reduced upon merger of airlines - Previous litigation dismissed - Seniority and/or seniority ranking not analogous to protected grounds under s. 15 (1) of CHRC - Application dismissed DECISIONS Grievance - Pairings -
- [Empêcher le pilotage avec facultés affaiblies : Le Bureau de la sécurité des transports recommande le dépistage d’alcool et de drogue à la suite de l’enquête sur la désintégration en vol d’un aéronef de Carson Air Ltd.](https://ehlaw.ca/pilotage-avec-facultes-affaiblies-bst-recommande-le-depistage-alcool-et-drogue/?lang=fr) - En novembre 2017, le Bureau de la sécurité des transports du Canada (BST) a publié son rapport d’enquête relatif à la désintégration en vol du vol 66 de Carson Air Ltd. Dans le rapport, bien qu’incapable de déterminer la cause exacte de la désintégration, le BST a conclu que « l’intoxication alcoolique a presque certainement été
- [Preventing impaired flying: Transportation Safety Board recommends alcohol and drug testing following investigation of Carson Air Ltd. in-flight breakup](https://ehlaw.ca/preventing-impaired-flying-tsb-recommends-alcohol-and-drug-testing/) - In November 2017, the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) published its investigation report relating to the in-flight breakup of Carson Air Ltd. flight 66. In the report, while unable to determine the exact cause of the breakup, the TSB concluded that alcohol intoxication “almost certainly played a role in the events leading up to
- [December 12, 2017 - Canjet Reprisal Decision](https://ehlaw.ca/december-12-2017-canjet-reprisal-decision/) - Jaime - 2017 CIRB 864 Reasons for Decision Reprisal allegation for dismissal after filing two complaints of workplace violence and harassment with CanJet - No reprisal actions found taken by Employer - Complaint dismissed DECISIONS Motion - Timelines/Examination - The Commissioner of Competition v Vancouver Airport Authority, 2017 CACT 18 Public interest privilege —
- [December 5, 2017 - CTA Rules on Tarmac Delays](https://ehlaw.ca/december-5-2017-cta-rules-tarmac-delays/) - TOP STORY Canadian Transportation Agency issues determination in Air Transat inquiry - Air carrier to pay $295,000 penalty for delay of flights 157 and 507 DECISIONS Appeal - Occupation Noise Induced Hearing Loss - 2017-0627 (Re), 2017 CanLII 80011 Appeal of denial of benefits due to noise levels obtained by WCB audiologist - Found
- [Les modifications aux prestations d’A-E en vigueur depuis le 3 décembre 2017](https://ehlaw.ca/modifications-prestations-assurance-emploi-en-vigueur-depuis-3-decembre-2017/?lang=fr) - Dans le cadre du budget de 2017, le gouvernement fédéral a annoncé plusieurs changements importants aux prestations assurées prévues par la Loi sur l’assurance-emploi. Ces changements ont été établis dans le projet de loi C-44, Loi no 1 d’exécution du budget de 2017 (« projet de loi C-44 »), qui a reçu la sanction royale en juin. Les changements créent
- [Mise à jour sur le projet de loi 148 – Loi de 2017 pour l’équité en milieu de travail et de meilleurs emplois](https://ehlaw.ca/mise-a-jour-projet-de-loi-148-loi-de-2017-pour-equite-en-milieu-de-travail-et-de-meilleurs-emplois/?lang=fr) - Le 20 juillet 2017, nous avons fait état des modifications, à la Loi de 2000 sur les normes d’emploi et à la Loi de 1995 sur les relations de travail, qui étaient proposées par le gouvernement provincial dans le projet de loi 148. Depuis, le Comité permanent des finances et des affaires économiques a tenu des
- [November 28, 2017 - When is a Director not a Manager?](https://ehlaw.ca/november-28-2017-director-not-manager/) - TOP STORY Taylor and Avmax Aircraft Leasing Inc., Re, 2017 CarswellNat 6312 Unjust Dismissal - Manager Director of Sales and Marketing claim for unjust dismissal - Managerial title does not equate to managerial positions - Employee did not have actual approval for autonomous actions - Additional approval required for budgets, purchases, raises for his sales
- [November 21, 2017 - ORNGE cleared of CLC violations](https://ehlaw.ca/november-21-2017-ornge-cleared-clc-violations/) - TOP STORY Ornge found not guilty in Labour Code trial DECISIONS Reasons - Canada Labour Code violations - R. v. 7506406 Canada Inc. (Ornge), 2017 ONCJ 750 Employee safety failings resulting in death - Failure to provide night vision goggles and removal of Base Manager contributing factors to accident - Not guilty Judicial Review
- [November 14, 2017 - EH Updates ATAC’s Annual Conference](https://ehlaw.ca/november-14-2017-eh-updates-atacs-annual-conference/) - TOP STORY EH Updates ATAC’s Annual Conference Marijuana and aviation, fitness to fly, instructor-student relationship, instructors leaving without notice, aviation case law update, legislative update DECISIONS Application - Stay of Directions - Cameron Air Service Ltd., 2017 OHSTC 20 Request for Stay of Directions for noise level testing - Pilots already wearing noise cancelling
- [November 7, 2017 - TSB Recommends Random Drug Testing](https://ehlaw.ca/november-7-2017-tsb-recommends-random-drug-testing/) - TSB recommends substance abuse program following fatal 2015 in-flight breakup north of Vancouver, British Columbia DECISIONS Judicial Review - Security Clearance - Laframboise v. Canada (Attorney General), 2017 FC 832 Airport employee denied RAIC card and security clearance revoked when LERC detailed acts of theft from former employer - Finding of theft based on
- [October 31, 2017 - SOAR expands again](https://ehlaw.ca/october-31-2017-soar-expands/) - TOP STORY Montair Aviation Joins Air Georgian's SOAR Program DECISIONS Human Rights - Reconsideration - Tyler v. Commissionaires BC (No. 2), 2017 BCHRT 224 Complaint of sexual harassment of airport security personnel - Reconsideration due to ongoing contravention of the Code evidence - Allowed to provide Employer opportunity to present more fulsome submissions on
- [October 24, 2017 - The backstory: Boeing v. Bombardier](https://ehlaw.ca/october-24-2017-backstory-boeing-v-bombardier/) - TOP STORY Why are Boeing and the U.S. in a trade war with Canada and the U.K.? DECISIONS Summary Judgment - Reasons - Adlair Aviation (1983) Ltd. v Commissioner of Nunavut, Government of Nunavut and Mark McCulloch, 2017 NUCJ 19 Motion for Summary Judgment - Failure to award medevac services to Plaintiff - Failure
- [October 17, 2017 - Well Drafted Contract Survives Overtime Claim](https://ehlaw.ca/october-17-2017-well-drafted-contract-survives-overtime-claim/) - TOP STORY Rego v. Northern Air Solutions Inc., 2017 ONSC 4248 Appeal - Overtime Appeal of decision to not award overtime on averaged hours - Lack of overtime technically offended CLC - Employment contract clear on hour averaging - Failure to post overtime averaging agreement not sufficient to override clear contract - Dismissed DECISIONS
- [October 10, 2017 - Winnipeg Airport strike over](https://ehlaw.ca/october-10-2017-winnipeg-airport-strike/) - TOP STORY Support and maintenance staff ratify contract with Winnipeg Airport DECISIONS Wrongful dismissal - Taxi speed - Air Creebec Inc. et Fernandes, Re - 2017 CarswellNat 5053 Aircraft mechanic dismissed for accident while attempting to taxi aircraft - Mechanic did not validate flaps were down and speed of taxi recorded at 61 knots -
- [October 3, 2017 - Unions Target Westjet Regional Carrier, Encore](https://ehlaw.ca/october-3-2017-unions-target-westjet-regional-carrier-encore/) - TOP STORY WestJet facing more union drives as CUPE, ALPA target airline's regional carrier DECISIONS Passenger Complaint - Failure to perform obligations - Gava c. Sunwing Airlines Voyages, 2017 QCCQ 10251 Claim for $6,000 for failing to provide all-inclusive hotel package as advertised - Multiple defects with hotel and facilities - Sunwing failed to
- [September 26, 2017 - ULLC Battle Looming](https://ehlaw.ca/september-26-2017-ullc-battle-looming/) - TOP STORY Air Canada mulls cutting fares to compete with ultra-low cost carriers DECISIONS Human Rights - Timeliness - Tyler v. Commissionaires BC, 2017 BCHRT 200 Complaint of sexual harassment of airport security personnel filed outside six month period - Continuing contravention found - Complaint accepted Human Rights - Productions - Clegg v. Air
- [September 19, 2017 - Patently  unreasonable decision based on residency](https://ehlaw.ca/september-19-2017-patently-unreasonable-decision-based-residency/) - TOP STORY Air Canada v Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal, 2017 BCSC 1609 Judicial Review - Residency Flight attendant denied WCB benefits due to workplace injury which occurred outside province due to her residency in Manitoba and not BC - Decision found to be patently unreasonable as literal application used by WCAT results in different outcomes
- [September 12, 2017 - Jazz introduces pilot seniority portability concept](https://ehlaw.ca/september-12-2017-jazz-introduces-pilot-seniority-portability-concept/) - TOP STORY Jazz introduces pilot seniority portability concept DECISIONS Grievance - Upgrade Training Bond - Air Georgian Limited v. Air Line Pilots Association - 2017 CanLII 57383 Pilot did not sign upgrade bond - Employer deducted balance when Pilot left company - Grievance upheld, unsigned bond not enforceable and language in collective agreement did
- [September 5, 2017 - Fatigue management a "complex issue"](https://ehlaw.ca/september-5-2017-fatigue-management-complex-issue/) - TOP STORY Pilot associations, unions demand stronger regulations on fatigue DECISIONS Appeal - Lower back injury - Decision No. 1313/17, 2017 ONWSIAT 1800 Airline customer service agent appeal denial of entitlement for lower back injury - Significant chance of workplace occurrence found - Appeal and WSIB entitlement granted CANADIAN TRANSPORTATION AGENCY DECISIONS Application -
- [August 29, 2017 - First Air and Canadian North cleared](https://ehlaw.ca/august-29-2017-first-air-canadian-north-cleared/) - TOP STORY No evidence of anti-competitive acts between First Air and Canadian North: Competition Bureau DECISIONS Grievance - Innocent absenteeism - Air Canada v Unifor, Local 2002, 2017 CanLII 54142 Union's preliminary argument that Air Canada was precluded from termination employees for innocent absenteeism - No past practice of not terminating for innocent absenteeism
- [August 22, 2017 - Flight crew can help stop human trafficking](https://ehlaw.ca/august-22-2017-flight-crew-can-help-stop-human-trafficking/) - TOP STORY Canada’s flight attendants urged to take training to spot signs of human trafficking DECISIONS Appeal - Payment Order - Grand Falls Aviation Service et Molina, Re, 2017 CarswellNat 3751 Appeal of Payment Order for pilot's unpaid wages - Appellant did not respond to requests for information or seek extension for response -
- [August 15, 2017 - Decision fuels debate over flight attendant ratio and passenger safety](https://ehlaw.ca/august-15-2017-decision-fuels-debate-flight-attendant-ratio-passenger-safety/) - TOP STORY Canada (Transport) v. Canadian Union of Public Employees, 2017 FCA 164 Appeal of Judicial Review - Minister appealed granting of judicial review of ministerial approval for Sunwing to change emergency procedures in Flight Attendant Manual - Standard of reasonableness - Risk assessment required to support requested change cursory and not provided to Safety
- [August 8, 2017 - Air Canada policy found to be discriminatory](https://ehlaw.ca/august-8-2017-air-canada-policy-found-discriminatory/) - TOP STORY ACPA and Air Canada (Personal Travel Privileges), Re, 2017 CarswellNat 3472 Grievance - Discriminatory Policy Employee travel policy excludes those on leave of absence over 365 days - Union claims policy adversely impacts women, parents, and the disabled, who are protected groups under the Canadian Human Rights Act - Allowed, policy's 365 day
- [August 1, 2017 - Canadian privacy trumps security](https://ehlaw.ca/august-1-2017-canadian-privacy-trumps-security/) - TOP STORY Deal to share passenger info between EU and Canada struck down on privacy concerns DECISIONS Judicial Review - Default Judgment - Pacific Aviation Academy of British Columbia v Hassan, 2017 BCSC 1259 Application for judicial review to set aside default judgment - Petitioners intended to defend action - Default judgment given without
- [July 25, 2017 - Jazz awarded for workers' well-being](https://ehlaw.ca/july-25-2017-jazz-awarded-workers-well/) - TOP STORY Jazz Aviation recognized for fostering psychologically healthy workplace DECISIONS Grievance - Pilot Bases - Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd. v AOA-Canada, 2017 CanLII 10836 Grievance over policy requiring employees to comply with immigration requirements and prove eligibility to live/work in applicable country - Requirement was valid unilateral rule applicable to "Home Bases" chosen
- [Researchers question cabin air safety](https://ehlaw.ca/researchers-question-cabin-air-safety/) - By Larissa Volinets Schieven and Steven Williams While the issue of contaminated “bleed air” on airplanes is not a new one, it is attracting renewed attention, in light of a recent report in the World Health Organization’s Journal, Public Health Panorama. Bleed air is the system used by all aircraft, except the Boeing 787,
- [Projet de loi 148 – La Loi de 2017 pour l’équité en milieu de travail et de meilleurs emplois](https://ehlaw.ca/projet-de-loi-148-la-loi-de-2017-pour-equite-en-milieu-de-travail-et-de-meilleurs-emplois/?lang=fr) - Les lecteurs d’Au Point se souviendront que le 31 mai 2017, avant le dépôt du projet de loi 148, nous avons souligné les principales modifications proposées par le gouvernement de l’Ontario à la Loi de 2000 sur les normes d’emploi et à la Loi de 1995 sur les relations de travail dans un article intitulé « Le gouvernement de l’Ontario
- [July 18, 2017 - Westjet CEO warns against unionization](https://ehlaw.ca/july-18-2017-westjet-ceo-warns-unionization/) - TOP STORY WestJet CEO sends email to employees warning against unionization of airline staff DECISIONS Wage Recovery Appeal - Jurisdiction - Hyderi and Concorde Baggage Services Inc., Re, 2017 CarswellNat 3068 Employee alleged unjust dismissal and sought reinstatement - Baggage handling services an integral part of airport operations, under federal jurisdiction - Employee terminated
- [July 11, 2017 - No satisfaction for new rest regulations](https://ehlaw.ca/july-11-2017-no-satisfaction-new-rest-regulations/) - TOP STORY Crew rest regs draw criticism Fixed and rotary wing operators are saying the new rules will actually reduce safety, raise costs for customers, and make the burgeoning pilot shortage even worse. DECISIONS Appeal – Workers’ Compensation - 2016-74-AD (Re), 2017 CanLII 42438 Aircraft mechanic wrist injury – Unrelated to employment – Appeal
- [July 4, 2017 - Terminated for stolen nuts and lotion? Maybe not](https://ehlaw.ca/july-4-2017-terminated-stolen-nuts-lotion-maybe-not/) - TOP STORY IAMAW District Lodge 140 v Air Canada, 2017 BCSC 1060 Judicial Review - Termination Grievance 17-year cabin employee terminated for theft of nuts and lotion discarded by deplaned passengers - Arbitrator upheld termination for theft and bribery - Court found penalty outweighed offence by long term employee with clean record - Penalty overturned,
- [Le point sur la LCAP – Suspension du droit privé d’action pour contravention à la LCAP et fin de la période de transition pour le consentement tacite le 1er juillet 2017](https://ehlaw.ca/lcap-suspension-du-droit-prive-action-et-fin-periode-transition-pour-consentement-tacite-1er-juillet-2017/?lang=fr) - De nombreux lecteurs d’Au Point connaissent bien la Loi canadienne anti-pourriel (« LCAP ») entrée en vigueur le 1er juillet 2014. Cette loi réglemente notamment l’envoi de « messages électroniques commerciaux » ou « MEC » et deux faits importants méritent d’être soulignés. Premièrement, la mise en œuvre des dispositions de la LCAP qui prévoient un « droit privé d’action » pour les contraventions à
- [Briefing Note – Transport Canada Fit to Fly Workshop June 6-7, 2017](https://ehlaw.ca/transport-canada-fit-to-fly-workshop-2017/) - On June 6 and 7, 2017, Transport Canada hosted its first Fit to Fly Workshop in Gatineau, Quebec. The two-day workshop, attended by some 200 members of the aviation industry focused on measures aimed at supporting aviation staff in the interest of the health, safety, and well-being of crew members and passengers. Among the topics
- [June 27, 2017 - Pilots Wanted](https://ehlaw.ca/june-27-2017-pilots-wanted/) - TOP STORY Airlines will need 255,000 new pilots by 2027: Report DECISIONS Grievance - Bullying/Harassment - Unite Here, Local 40 v Host International Canada, Ltd., 2017 CanLII 37195 Policy grievance over bullying and harassment of servers at YVR restaurant - Employer preliminary objections - Objections partially upheld, Arbitrator invited further particulars from both parties
- [June 20, 2017 - Porter CEO inducted into Hall of Fame](https://ehlaw.ca/june-20-2017-porter-ceo-inducted-into-hall-of-fame/) - Top Story Canada’s Aviation Hall of Fame recognizes Robert Deluce DECISIONS Judicial Review - Odour did not constitute a "danger" - Canadian Union of Public Employees v. Air Canada, 2017 FC 554 JR of Occupational Health and Safety Tribunal Canada decision confirming findings of HSOs that "danger" did not exist due to pyrolysis of
- [June 13, 2017 - Safety Summit proceeds with pilot fatigue regulations](https://ehlaw.ca/june-13-2017-safety-summit-proceeds-with-pilot-fatigue-regulations/) - TOP STORY Pilot fatigue rules set to move forward despite safety concerns CANADIAN TRANSPORTATION AGENCY DECISIONS Application - Jet-Link AG - Determination No. A-2017-67 To continue the suspension of Licence No. 100022 Application - Bradley Air Services Limited also c.o.b. as, among others, First Air, on behalf of itself and Lynden Air Cargo, LLC c.o.b. as
- [June 6, 2017 - Canada Jetlines appoints ULCC Veteran Stan Gadek as CEO](https://ehlaw.ca/june-6-2017-canada-jetlines-appoints-ulcc-veteran-stan-gadek-as-ceo/) - TOP STORY Canada Jetlines prepares for takeoff: announces Stan Gadek as Chief Executive Officer tapping 20-plus years of airline leadership experience DECISIONS Appeal - Wage Recovery - Strait Air (2000) Ltd. c. Durand, [2017] D.A.T.C. no 92 Appeal by employer of employment standards inspector order to remit unpaid wages - Employee claimed balance of
- [Le gouvernement de l’Ontario propose des modifications importantes aux lois en matière d’emploi et de relations de travail](https://ehlaw.ca/gouvernement-ontarien-propose-des-modifications-importantes-aux-lois-en-matiere-emploi-et-relations-de-travail/?lang=fr) - À la suite de notre article Au Point de la semaine dernière, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a annoncé le 30 mai 2017 son intention de présenter un projet de loi intitulé la Loi de 2017 pour l’équité en milieu de travail et de meilleurs emplois. Le gouvernement a indiqué que la loi sera présentée au
- [La Cour divisionnaire conclut que les employeurs peuvent exiger un examen médical indépendant dans « certains cas »](https://ehlaw.ca/cour-divisionnaire-conclut-que-les-employeurs-peuvent-exiger-un-emi/?lang=fr) - Les lecteurs d’Au Point connaissent bien les dimensions procédurales et substantielles de l’obligation d’accommoder les besoins d’un employé relatifs à un handicap. D’une part, l’obligation procédurale oblige l’employeur à évaluer les besoins de l’employé et à enquêter sur les mesures d’accommodement possibles pour cet employé. D’autre part, l’obligation substantielle oblige l’employeur à fournir les accommodements
- [May 30, 2017 - Mandatory retirement for pilots upheld](https://ehlaw.ca/may-30-2017-mandatory-retirement-for-pilots-upheld/) - TOP STORY Gregg v. Air Canada Pilots Association, 2017 FC 506 Judicial Review - Mandatory retirement Application for Judicial Review of CHRC decision regarding termination due to age - Normal age of pilot retirement found to be 60 - CHRC decision was within range of acceptable possible outcome based on fact and law - Dismissed
- [Publication par le gouvernement ontarien de l’Examen portant sur l’évolution des milieux de travail](https://ehlaw.ca/gouvernement-ontarien-publie-examen-sur-evolution-des-milieux-de-travail/?lang=fr) - Nos lecteurs s’en souviendront, le ministre du Travail a nommé C. Michael Mitchell et l’ancien juge John C. Murray comme conseillers spéciaux pour diriger l’Examen portant sur l’évolution des milieux de travail, afin d’obtenir des recommandations pour la modernisation de la Loi sur les normes d’emploi et la Loi sur les relations de travail en
- [Le gouvernement de l’Ontario publie le Plan d’action pour la santé et la sécurité dans le secteur de la construction](https://ehlaw.ca/gouvernement-ontarien-publie-plan-action-pour-sante-et-securite-dans-secteur-construction/?lang=fr) - Le 11 mai 2017, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a publié son Plan d’action pour la santé et la sécurité dans le secteur de la construction (PASSC ou Plan d’action). Le Plan d’action, qui comporte 16 recommandations particulières, a été créé grâce à la participation des employeurs, des travailleurs et d’autres parties prenantes du secteur de
- [Vous craignez d’être tenu légalement responsable si vous faites une recommandation défavorable? La vérité est la meilleure défense](https://ehlaw.ca/responsabilite-legale-dune-recommandation-defavorable-la-verite-est-la-meilleure-defense/?lang=fr) - Dans le monde de plus en plus litigieux du droit de l’emploi, un employeur peut souvent être réticent à faire une recommandation défavorable concernant un ancien employé. Cette réticence découle souvent de craintes que l’ancien employé intente contre lui une action en dommages-intérêts pour diffamation ou assertion frauduleuse et inexacte. Bien que ces craintes ne
- [May 16, 2017 - WestJet pilots vote in favour of forming a union](https://ehlaw.ca/may-16-2017-westjet-pilots-vote-in-favour-of-forming-a-union/) - TOP STORY WestJet pilots vote in favour of forming a union DECISIONS Judicial Review - Security Clearance - Ng v. Canada (Attorney General), 2017 FC 376 Flight Attendant denied security clearance - Involvement in multiple incidents related to drug trafficking - Applicant argued decision was unintelligible - Dismissed Appeal - Workplace Insurance - Aviation
- [La Cour divisionnaire de l’Ontario accueille la requête en révision judiciaire d’un élève en difficulté pour dommages-intérêts spéciaux afin de couvrir les coûts d’instruction dans une école privée](https://ehlaw.ca/requete-en-revision-judiciaire-accueillie-pour-dommages-interets-speciaux-afin-de-couvrir-couts-ecole-privee/?lang=fr) - Dans L.B. c. Toronto District School Board et al. (mars 2017), la Cour divisionnaire de l’Ontario a récemment examiné la requête en révision judiciaire d’un élève en difficulté à l’encontre d’une décision portant sur les remèdes du Tribunal des droits de la personne de l'Ontario (confirmée dans une décision en réexamen). Dans sa décision, le
- [Ontario Divisional Court grants exceptional pupil’s judicial review application for special damages to cover the costs of private schooling](https://ehlaw.ca/judicial-review-application-granted-for-special-damages-to-cover-costs-of-private-schooling-of-exceptional-student/) - In L.B. v. Toronto District School Board et al. (March, 2017), the Ontario Divisional Court recently considered an exceptional pupil’s judicial review application of a remedial decision of the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (and confirmed in a reconsideration decision). In its decision, the Tribunal found that the Toronto District School Board (“School Board”) had discriminated
- [May 9, 2017: Young pilots go from classroom to cockpit](https://ehlaw.ca/may-9-2017-young-pilots-go-from-classroom-to-cockpit/) - TOP STORY Flight path to success DECISIONS Settlement - Disclosure of settlement terms - Underhill v Central Aircraft Maintenance Ltd., 2017 SKQB 102 Disclosure request of other defendants' settlement terms - Non-financial terms to be disclosed Application - Certification - International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers / Association Internationale des Machinistes et des
- [Le TDPO rejette la requête en discrimination d’un élève – les parents ont manqué à leur devoir de coopération dans le processus d’accommodement](https://ehlaw.ca/les-parents-deleves-doivent-cooperer-dans-processus-accommodement/?lang=fr) - Le Tribunal des droits de la personne de l’Ontario a récemment tranché la question de savoir si le Conseil des écoles publiques de l’Est de l’Ontario (ci-après le « Conseil scolaire ») a pris des mesures d’accommodement pour tenir compte du présumé handicap du requérant en lui offrant des services d’enseignement à domicile. Dans l’affaire Y.B. c.
- [HRTO dismisses student’s discrimination application – parents failed to cooperate in accommodation process](https://ehlaw.ca/student-parents-must-cooperate-in-accommodation-process/) - The Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario recently considered whether the Conseil des écoles publiques de l’Est de l’Ontario (“School Board”) accommodated the applicant’s alleged disability by offering home instruction. In Y.B. v. Conseil des écoles publiques de l’Est de l’Ontario (May, 2017), the Tribunal dismissed the Application on the basis that the Applicant’s parents made
- [Le délai de prescription d’une action pour congédiement injustifié court à compter du jour du préavis – et non à compter du dernier jour de travail](https://ehlaw.ca/delai-de-prescription-pour-congediement-injustifie-commence-le-jour-du-preavis/?lang=fr) - Dans une récente décision, la Cour supérieure de justice de l’Ontario confirme que le délai de prescription d’une action pour congédiement injustifié court à compter du jour où l’employé reçoit le préavis de congédiement, et non à compter de son dernier jour de travail. Dans Bailey c. Milo-Food & Agricultural Infrastructure & Services Inc. (avril 2017),
- [May 2, 2017 - Westjet low cost airline could spur union drive](https://ehlaw.ca/may-2-2017-westjet-low-cost-airline-could-spur-union-drive/) - TOP STORY WestJet's plan to launch no-frills airline could stoke union drives DECISIONS Grievance - Termination - Swissport Canada Fuel Services Inc. et Association internationale des machinistes et des travailleurs et travailleuses de l'aérospatiale, district des transports 140 (Antonio Barile), 2017 QCTA 212 Gas pumper terminated for physical altercation with co-worker - Co-worker was
- [April 25, 2017 - Westjet pilots attempt to unionize again](https://ehlaw.ca/april-25-2017-westjet-pilots-attempt-unionize/) - TOP STORY WestJet Employee Association prepares for pilot certification vote DECISIONS Judicial Review - Security clearance - Mohamed v. Canada (Attorney General), 2017 FC 271 Customer service/baggage agent seeking review of cancelled RAIC card - Reasonableness as standard of review - Employee had proper opportunity to review and respond to findings - Minister decision
- [La Cour d’appel conclut à la nullité d’une clause de licenciement qui contrevient à la LNE – l’employeur est tenu de payer le salaire pour le terme du contrat à durée déterminée](https://ehlaw.ca/cour-appel-conclut-nullite-clause-de-licenciement-contrat-duree-determinee/?lang=fr) - Les employeurs peuvent tirer deux leçons importantes de la décision récente de la Cour d’appel de l’Ontario dans Covenoho c. Pendylum Ltd. (avril 2017). La première, les clauses de licenciement dans les contrats de travail doivent respecter les exigences minimales prescrites par la Loi sur les normes du travail (LNE). Dans le cas contraire, le délai de
- [April 18, 2017 - Passenger bump, reputation grind](https://ehlaw.ca/april-18-2017-passenger-bump-reputation-grind/) - TOP STORY United Airlines forcibly removes passenger from overbooked flight DECISIONS Appeal - Passenger with disability - Greater Toronto Airports Authority v. Canada (Transportation Agency), 2017 FCA 64 Passenger requested and was not provided with assistance services - CTA made provisional conclusion not definitive statement - Matter to proceed with CTA for final determination
- [La Cour d’appel de l’Ontario confirme qu’un désaccord sur le calcul d’une prime ne donne pas lieu à un congédiement déguisé](https://ehlaw.ca/desaccord-sur-calcul-prime-pas-congediement-deguise/?lang=fr) - La Cour d’appel de l’Ontario a récemment confirmé la décision d’une cour d’instance inférieure qui a conclu que le calcul par l’employeur de la prime à verser à un haut dirigeant (lui refusant la somme de 329 000 $ à laquelle il estimait avoir droit) constituait une violation de son contrat d’emploi, mais ne donnait pas lieu
- [April 11, 2017 - Major Canadian airline disaster "likely"](https://ehlaw.ca/april-11-2017-major-canadian-airline-disaster-likely/) - TOP STORY Inspectors say a major Canadian airline disaster is 'likely' DECISIONS Judicial Review - CHRC complaint - Majidigoruh v. Jazz Aviation LP, 2017 FC 295 Failure to provide harassment free workplace complaint dismissed by CHRC - Complainant was not treated unfairly by the CHRC nor was there reviewable error - Dismissed Appeal -
- [Une arbitre fédérale rejette un grief fondé sur la situation de famille et confirme que l’obligation d’accommodement de l’employeur ne s’applique que lorsqu’une règle au travail nuit à la réalisation des obligations légales d’un employé](https://ehlaw.ca/obligation-accommoder-situation-familiale-seulement-quand-responsabilite-legale-engagee/?lang=fr) - Une récente décision arbitrale indique que l’obligation d’accommoder les besoins d’un employé pour cause de situation de famille en vertu de la Loi canadienne sur les droits de la personne, comme l’a reconnu la Cour d’appel fédérale dans Johnstone, est [TRADUCTION] « très restreinte ». Dans Guilbault c. Treasury Board (Department of National Defence) (janvier 2017), un
- [April 4, 2017 - Canada still studying electronics ban](https://ehlaw.ca/april-4-2017-canada-still-studying-electronics-ban/) - TOP STORY Canada still studying U.S., U.K. bans on in-flight electronics DECISIONS Costs - Fast track litigation cost limit - Wildcat Helicopters Inc. v. Ellis, 2017 BCSC 506 Plaintiff application for special costs due to meritless defence - Mayer Factors - Special costs awarded in the amount of $35,000 Original case: Wildcat Helicopters Inc.
- [March 28, 2017 - Facial recognition at airports now a reality](https://ehlaw.ca/march-28-2017-facial-recognition-at-airports-now-a-reality/) - DECISIONS Order - The Commissioner of Competition v Vancouver Airport Authority, 2017 CACT 4 Confidentiality Order Grievance - Discipline - Thunder Bay International Airports Authority v Canada (Public Service Alliance), 2017 CanLII 14958 Grievor worked during driver's license suspension without advising employer - Employer's practice to provide leave without pay - Grievor received six-day suspension:
- [Congédiement injuste au sens du Code canadien du travail – L’arbitre déclare que « la réparation par défaut doit être la réintégration »](https://ehlaw.ca/congediement-injuste-reintegration-reparation-par-defaut/?lang=fr) - Dans la récente décision Maninderpal Randhawa and The Bank of Nova Scotia (février 2017) rendue en vertu de la partie III du Code canadien du travail (le « Code »), l’arbitre Slotnick était d’avis que la réintégration était la réparation appropriée après avoir conclu que le congédiement de l’employée était injuste. La décision suit les principes énoncés par
- [Les faits saillants du budget 2017 d’un point de vue du droit du travail et de l’emploi](https://ehlaw.ca/budget-2017-point-de-vue-droit-travail-et-emploi/?lang=fr) - Le budget fédéral déposé à la Chambre des communes le 22 mars 2017 renferme plusieurs mesures qui intéresseront particulièrement les employeurs, surtout les employeurs des secteurs de réglementation fédérale. Voici un sommaire des faits saillants du budget d’un point de vue du droit du travail et de l’emploi : Modifications à la Loi sur l’assurance-emploi
- [Protégez votre droit de faire des mises à pied temporaires](https://ehlaw.ca/droit-de-faire-des-mises-a-pied-temporaires/?lang=fr) - En ce qui a trait à la réduction des effectifs, à la restructuration ou aux autres mesures de réduction des coûts, les employeurs peuvent envisager des mises à pied temporaires ou permanentes. Les mises à pied temporaires peuvent être un moyen efficace d’économiser, mais elles peuvent aussi être risquées si les employeurs n’ont pas protégé
- [March 21, 2017 - Minister Releases Recreational Drone Regulations](https://ehlaw.ca/march-21-2017-minister-releases-recreational-drone-regulations/) - DECISIONS Appeal - Thorne v. Hudson Estate, 2017 ONCA 208 Negligent misrepresentation claim against engine manufacturer following plane crash due to engine failure - Plane was travelling from Canada and crashed in USA - Appeal from decision dismissing manufacturer's motion that US law applied - Law applicable to torts - No overriding error from motion
- [March 14, 2017 - Canada Jetlines One Step Closer To Launch With Jet Metal Combination](https://ehlaw.ca/march-14-2017-canada-jetlines-one-step-closer-to-launch-with-jet-metal-combination/) - DECISIONS Policy Grievance - Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd. v AOA-Canada, 2017 CanLII 10836 Flight officers required to prove eligibility to live and work in home base country - Union argued rule is inconsistent with collective agreement, unreasonable and inconsistently applied - Eligibility requirement found to be a valid unilateral rule Duty of Fair Representation complaint
- [La Cour d’appel de l’Ontario confirme les cas où une demande relative au droit à des prestations peut faire l’objet d’un arbitrage](https://ehlaw.ca/cour-appel-ontario-confirme-cas-ou-demande-relative-a-prestations-peut-faire-objet-arbitrage/?lang=fr) - Dans sa décision récente (le 27 février 2017) dans Barber c. The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company (Manulife Financial), la Cour d’appel de l’Ontario a confirmé le rejet d’une demande par une employée de prestations d’invalidité de longue durée (ILD), concluant que la demande relevait de la compétence exclusive d’un arbitre du travail. Adrian Barber était
- [Les ambiguïtés dans les contrats d’emploi continuent de surprendre les employeurs – La Cour d’appel de l’Ontario refuse d’appliquer une clause de congédiement et accorde un préavis raisonnable en common law](https://ehlaw.ca/cour-appel-ontario-refuse-appliquer-clause-de-congediement/?lang=fr) - Une décision récemment rendue par la Cour d’appel de l’Ontario souligne l’importance d’une formulation claire et sans équivoque dans les contrats d’emploi. Dans Wood c. Fred Deeley Imports Ltd. (février 2017), la Cour d’appel de l’Ontario a conclu qu’une clause de congédiement dans un contrat d’emploi n’était pas exécutoire, car elle ne respectait pas les
- [March 7, 2017 - AA Pilots Grieve Fatigue Policies](https://ehlaw.ca/march-7-2017-aa-pilots-grieve-fatigue-policies/) - DECISIONS Order - Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd. v. Dieleman, 2017 CarswellNat 366 Rights to trademark and tradename - Domain name found "confusingly similar" - Registrant had no legitimate interest in domain name - Registration of domain name found to be in bad faith - Order to transfer domain name to complainant Application - Boulard v.
- [February 28, 2017 - EU Pilot Fatigue Rules Not Working](https://ehlaw.ca/february-28-2017-eu-pilot-fatigue-rules-not-working/) - DECISIONS Duty of Fair Representation - Campbell, [2017] O.L.R.D. No. 392 Porter Airlines employee - Complaint of duty of fair representation against Unifor - Board without jurisdiction to deal with federally regulated matters - Request for submissions from applicant Appeal - Northern Thunderbird Air Inc. v. British Columbia (Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal), 2017 BCCA 60 Appeal
- [February 22, 2017 - Pilot loses security clearance over homicidal messages](https://ehlaw.ca/february-22-2017-pilot-loses-security-clearance-homicidal-messages/) - DECISIONS Judicial Review - Revocation of security clearance - Varadi v. Canada (Attorney General), 2017 FC 155 RCMP report of life-threatening messages - Decision reasonable - No application of the doctrine of legitimate expectation - Process procedurally fair - No obligation to consider less intrusive measures - Dismissed CIRB DECISIONS Successor Employer - Jazz
- [February 14, 2017 - Pregnant employee’s lay-off – unjust or discriminatory?](https://ehlaw.ca/february-14-2017-pregnant-employees-lay-off-unjust-or-discriminatory/) - DECISIONS Passenger Claim - Lost baggage - Partner airlines - Garroussi c. Delta Airlines CompanyGarroussi v. Delta Airlines Company, 2016 QCCQ 17094 Ticket sold by Delta - Portion of trip fulfilled by partner airlines - Delay and loss of baggage - Reserved seat unavailable - Contracting airline responsibility - Liability limited by Montreal Convention -
- [February 7, 2017 - Class Actions Certified Against Air Canada](https://ehlaw.ca/february-7-2017-class-actions-certified-against-air-canada/) - DECISIONS Class Action Certification - Fuel surcharge - Choquette c. Air Canada, 2017 QCCS 234 Claim that fuel surcharge disproportionate compared to actual fuel cost - Defendant disputed jurisdiction of Court - Court found it has jurisdiction - Claim respects all four criteria of class action - Class action certified CANADIAN TRANSPORTATION AGENCY DECISIONS
- [Les principales décisions en droit de l’emploi rendues en 2016](https://ehlaw.ca/principales-decisions-en-droit-emploi-rendues-en-2016/?lang=fr) - Nos lecteurs les plus fidèles reconnaîtront probablement certaines des décisions que nous avons choisies comme principales décisions en droit de l’emploi rendues en 2016. Ces décisions ont été abordées de façon plus approfondie durant notre petit-déjeuner causerie « Récapitulation 2016 en droit de l’emploi » présenté par Jacques A. Emond et Porter Heffernan. Nous invitons le lecteur à s’inscrire
- [January 31, 2017 - Pilot and AME Jointly Liable](https://ehlaw.ca/january-31-2017-pilot-and-ame-jointly-liable/) - DECISIONS Appeal - Freedom of expression - Cooperstock c. United Airlines Inc., 2017 QCCA 44 Appellant seeking provisional stay of injunction under appeal - Freedom of expression not infringed - Dismissed with costs Decision under appeal: United Airlines inc. c. Cooperstock, 2016 QCCS 4645 Judgement - Liability - British Columbia (Workers' Compensation Board) v. Flanagan
- [January 24, 2017 - Westjet Flight Attendant Union Drive May be Suspended](https://ehlaw.ca/westjet-flight-attendant-union-drive-may-be-suspended/) - DECISIONS Adjournment Application - Claim due to passenger injury - Hayer v. Qatar Airways, 2016 BCSC 2477 Defendants seeking trial adjournment - Witness unavailable for trial - Injuries of passenger not properly settled for trial - Dismissed, trial to proceed as scheduled Application - Independent medical examination - Yu et al v 171817 Canada Inc.,
- [January 17, 2017 - Fitness to Fly](https://ehlaw.ca/january-17-2017-fitness-to-fly/) - DECISIONS Passenger Claim - Unfit to fly - Viens c. Sunwing, 2016 QCCQ 15820 $15,000 claim due to refusal to allow passenger to fly without medical certificate - Passenger obtained certificate but flight had departed - Decision to prohibit passenger to fly was made using all reasonable tools and with safety of all passengers in
- [Preventing impaired flying: Where do we go from here?](https://ehlaw.ca/preventing-impaired-flying/) - By Larissa Volinets Schieven and Steven P. Williams The recent arrest of an intoxicated Sunwing Airlines pilot, who made it as far as the cockpit before passing out, has garnered significant attention, and left many wondering how commercial air carriers can best ensure impaired pilots don’t make it to take-off. Last week, Federal Minister of
- [Empêcher le pilotage avec facultés affaiblies : que faire maintenant ?](https://ehlaw.ca/empecher-le-pilotage-avec-facultes-affaiblies-que-faire-maintenant /?lang=fr) - Par Larissa Volinets Schieven et Steven P. Williams L’arrestation récente d’un pilote ivre de Sunwing Airlines qui s’est rendu jusqu’au poste de pilotage avant de s’évanouir, a reçu beaucoup d’attention, et nombreux sont ceux qui se demandent comment les transporteurs aériens commerciaux peuvent veiller à ce que les pilotes aux facultés affaiblies soient interceptés avant
- [January 10, 2017 - Drugs, Alcohol and Pilots](https://ehlaw.ca/january-10-2017-drugs-alcohol-and-pilots/) - DECISIONS Judicial Review - Termination payments - Raymond c. Bernier, 2016 CF 1403 Review of decision that successor employer was responsible for termination pay - Decision was reasonable - Employment terms amended between bankrupt and successor employer - Not continuous employment - Dismissed, payment order upheld Appeal - Failure to grant security clearance - Agosti
- [January 3, 2017 - Pilot demotion not constructive dismissal](https://ehlaw.ca/pilot-demotion-not-constructive-dismissal/) - DECISIONS Motion - Security - Kelowna Flightcraft Air Charter Ltd. v Kales Group BV, 2016 ONSC 8015 Airfreight services provided - Notice to terminate contract and withhold payment - No right to specific fund - Matter is simple Claim/Counterclaim without need for security - Dismissed Employment - Wrongful Dismissal - Parker and Trans North Turbo
- [December 27, 2016 - Drone operators: Stay off TC’s naughty list](https://ehlaw.ca/drone-operators-stay-off-tcs-naughty-list/) - DECISIONS Arbitration - Interpretation - Jazz Aviation LP v Canadian Flight Attendant Union (CFAU), 2016 CanLII 87715 Collective Agreement - Clause interpretation - Flight attendant subject to reassignment Appeal - Indirect air service providers - Lukács v. Canada (Transportation Agency), 2016 FCA 314 Resellers - CTA determined not operating "air service" - CTA decision was
- [December 20, 2016 - Pilot Pathway Programs Continue to Grow](https://ehlaw.ca/december-20-2016-pilot-pathway-programs-continue-to-grow/) - DECISIONS Supreme Court of Canada - Application for Leave to Appeal - Delta Air Lines Inc. v. Lukács, 2016 CarswellNat 6502 Lower Court decision: Lukács v. Canadian Transportation Agency, 2016 FCA 220 CANADIAN TRANSPORTATION AGENCY DECISIONS Application - Partner Jet Inc. - Order No. 2016-A-212 Exemptions from the application of paragraphs 33.1(b) and 73(2)(c) and
- [Obligations et nouveautés concernant la violence au travail](https://ehlaw.ca/obligations-nouveautes-concernant-violence-au-travail/?lang=fr) - La Loi sur la santé et la sécurité au travail (la « LSST ») de l’Ontario a été modifiée en juin 2010 par le projet de loi 168 de manière à comprendre de nouvelles obligations enjoignant aux employeurs de s’attaquer à la violence au travail et de la prévenir. Par conséquent, éliminer la violence au travail est devenu une
- [La Cour suprême du Canada confirme la protection du secret professionnel de l’avocat – les atteintes législatives doivent être « claires et non équivoques »](https://ehlaw.ca/cour-supreme-canada-confirme-protection-secret-professionnel-avocat/?lang=fr) - Dans une décision étonnante, les juges majoritaires de la Cour suprême du Canada ont conclu que le secret professionnel de l’avocat ne peut être écarté que par des dispositions législatives qui démontrent l’intention claire et non équivoque du législateur en ce sens. Dans l’arrêt Alberta (Information and Privacy Commissioner) c. University of Calgary (novembre 2016), il
- [December 13, 2016 - Westjet pilots attempting to unionize - again.](https://ehlaw.ca/december-13-2016-westjet-pilots-attempting-to-unionize-again/) - DECISIONS Appeal - Workplace injury recurrence - Hébert et Innotech Aviation ltée, 2016 QCTAT 6658 Employee claimed workplace injury reoccurred - Employer and Commission deny recurrence and ordered repayment by Employee to Employer - Employee appealed Commission decision - Allowed - Reoccurrence of workplace injury found - No repayment required for period Employee was absent
- [Les employés doivent considérer impartiales les personnes compétentes nommées en vertu du Code canadien du travail](https://ehlaw.ca/les-employes-doivent-considerer-impartiales-les-personnes-competentes-nommees-en-vertu-du-code-canadien-du-travail/?lang=fr) - Les lecteurs d’Au Point se souviendront qu’en vertu du Règlement canadien sur la santé et la sécurité au travail (le « Règlement ») pris en application du Code canadien du travail, lorsqu’une plainte de violence au travail ne peut pas être réglée de façon informelle avec l’employé plaignant, l’employeur est tenu de nommer une « personne compétente » chargée d’enquêter
- [December 6, 2016 - Employer Wins Training Bond Case](https://ehlaw.ca/december-6-2016-employer-wins-training-bond-case/) - DECISIONS Constructive Dismissal - Training Bond - Wildcat Helicopters Inc. v. Ellis, 2016 BCSC 2214 Employer claim for reimbursement of training bond as per employment agreement - Employee failed to prove constructive dismissal - Employer awarded full training bond Judicial Review - Security Clearance - Britz v Canada (Attorney General), 2016 FC 1286 Flight Attendant
- [November 29, 2016 - ULCC Model Coming to Canada](https://ehlaw.ca/november-29-2016-ulcc-model-coming-to-canada/) - DECISIONS Appeal - Security clearance refusal - Quan v. Canada (Attorney General), 2016 FC 1181 Cargo handler - Suspected drug money - Minister to err on the "side of caution" - Decision was procedurally fair and reasonable Motion - Extension of timelines - Héli Express inc. c. Uscan Aviation Sales Ltd., 2016 QCCS 5658 Request
- [La Cour supérieure du Québec conclut qu’une contravention à la LSST peut étayer le renvoi à procès pour une accusation d’homicide involontaire coupable en vertu du Code criminel](https://ehlaw.ca/8238/?lang=fr) - La Cour supérieure du Québec vient de rendre (le 31 octobre) une décision qui nécessite l’attention des superviseurs, des employeurs ainsi que des professionnels de la santé et de la sécurité partout au Canada. Dans R. c. Fournier, la Cour a conclu qu’un décès au travail découlant d’une contravention à la législation provinciale sur la santé
- [November 22, 2016 - Drone or UFO?](https://ehlaw.ca/november-22-2016-drone-or-ufo/) - DECISIONS Judgment - Option Consommateurs c. British Airways, p.l.c., 2016 QCCS 5444 Judgment on multiple objections Appeal - Cooperstock c. United Airlines Inc., 2016 QCCA 1848 Motion to suspend provisional execution - contradictory judgment risk - motion postponed CANADIAN TRANSPORTATION AGENCY DECISIONS Application - Bruce Kruger against Air Canada - Decision No. 345-AT-A-2016 Pursuant
- [November 15, 2016 - Foreign Ownership Changes](https://ehlaw.ca/november-15-2016-foreign-ownership-changes/) - DECISIONS Securities - Chorus Aviation Inc., Re, 39 O.S.C.B. 9057 Application for relief from take-over bid and early warning requirements - Request to trigger applicable thresholds on combined rather than per class basis Securities - Discovery Air Inc., Re, 39 O.S.C.B. 9054 Application for relief from requirement to obtain separate minority approval from each class
- [Soumissions d’Emond Harnden sur le rapport intérimaire des conseillers spéciaux dans le cadre de l’Examen portant sur l’évolution des milieux de travail](https://ehlaw.ca/soumissions-emond-harnden-rapport-interimaire-conseillers-speciaux-examen-evolution-milieux-travail/?lang=fr) - En février 2015, le ministre du Travail nommait C. Michael Mitchell et l’ancien juge John C. Murray comme conseillers spéciaux pour diriger l’Examen portant sur l’évolution des milieux de travail, un examen indépendant commandé par le gouvernement de l’Ontario afin d’obtenir des recommandations pour la modernisation de la Loi sur les normes d’emploi et de
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- [November 1, 2016 - Security Clearance Revocations](https://ehlaw.ca/november-1-2016-security-clearance-revocations/) - DECISIONS Appeal - Security clearance revocation - Clarke v. Canada (Attorney General), 2016 FC 977 Pearson station attendant appeal of revocation of security clearance due to personal association raising suspicion that he was a "door" to Pearson - lack of procedural fairness and unreasonable decision - decision found to meet standards of procedural fairness and
- [October 25, 2016 - Flight Data and Cockpit Voice Recorders for all Aircraft?](https://ehlaw.ca/october-25-2016-flight-data-and-cockpit-voice-recorders-for-all-aircraft/) - DECISIONS Appeal - Costs Order - Daigneault v 1791949 Ontario Limited, 2016 ONSC 4422 Appeal of costs Order (Daigneault v. Canjet et al., 2016 ONSC 78) - No misapprehension of evidence, palpable or overriding error - Dismissed with costs to defendants Grievance - Job posting - Northstar Aerospace - Milton v National Automobile, Aerospace, Transportation
- [Le Tribunal des droits de la personne de l’Ontario rejette le critère de l’arrêt Johnstone concernant la discrimination fondée sur la situation de famille – « le critère de discrimination est le même dans tous les cas »](https://ehlaw.ca/tdpo-rejette-critere-johnstone-discrimination-situation-famille/?lang=fr) - Le débat relatif au critère juridique à appliquer pour établir la discrimination fondée sur la situation de famille a été rouvert par une décision récemment rendue par le Tribunal des droits de la personne de l’Ontario (« TDPO »). Dans Misetich c. Value Village Stores Inc. (septembre 2016), le TDPO a rejeté le récent courant jurisprudentiel pour
- [October 18, 2016 - Flying with Medical Marijuana? CATSA sets the rules](https://ehlaw.ca/october-8-14-2016-flying-with-medical-marijuana-catsa-sets-the-rules/) - DECISIONS Policy Grievance - Application of collective agreement article - Garda Security Screening Inc. and USW, Local 1976 (Sick Leave Credits), Re; 2016 CarswellOnt 15178 Sick leave credit accrual - Interpretation of "normally working" - Allowed in part - Retroactive remedy referred to parties CANADIAN TRANSPORTATION AGENCY DECISIONS APPLICATION - Chantilly Air, Inc. -
- [October 12, 2016 - Terminated for stolen nuts and lotion?](https://ehlaw.ca/september-24-october-7-2016-terminated-for-stolen-nuts-and-lotion/) - DECISIONS Grievance - no evidence motion - Thacker v. Iamaw, District Lodge 140, 2016 CanLII 62600 Terminations - Accusation of fraud - Evidence adduced does not support - Motion dismissed Judicial Review - motion - Lukács v. Canada (Transportation Agency), 2016 FCA 227 Motion to strike application - Indirect Air Service Providers - Matters raised
- [La CRTO se prononce sur un poste contesté dans le cadre d’une demande d’accréditation – « si une partie convient de compter le bulletin de vote séparé, elle convient que le poste est visé par l’unité de négociation »](https://ehlaw.ca/crto-se-prononce-sur-poste-conteste-dans-cadre-daccreditation/?lang=fr) - La Commission des relations de travail de l’Ontario (« Commission ») a récemment conclu qu’en l’absence d’entente contraire, lorsqu’une partie convient de compter un bulletin de vote déposé par une personne occupant un poste contesté dans le cadre d’une demande d’accréditation, elle convient d’inclure ce poste dans l’unité de négociation. Dans Canadian Union of Public Employees c.
- [Le gouvernement de l’Ontario introduit un Cadre de rémunération des cadres désignés des employeurs du secteur parapublic](https://ehlaw.ca/gouvernement-ontario-introduit-cadre-remuneration-cadres-designes-secteur-parapublic/?lang=fr) - Le 6 septembre 2016, le gouvernement provincial a déposé le Règlement 304/16 : Cadre de rémunération des cadres (le « Cadre de rémunération ») en application de la Loi de 2014 sur la rémunération des cadres du secteur parapublic (la « LRCSP »). Le Règlement établit un Cadre de rémunération des « cadres désignés » au sein du secteur parapublic. En vertu du Règlement,
- [L’Ontario examine les options pour modifier la Loi sur les normes d’emploi et la Loi sur les relations de travail](https://ehlaw.ca/ontario-examine-options-pour-modifier-loi-normes-emploi-et-loi-relations-travail/?lang=fr) - Le ministère du Travail a publié un rapport intérimaire qui énonce une série d’options pour moderniser et réformer les lois encadrant l’emploi et le travail en Ontario. C. Michael Mitchell et l’ancien juge John C. Murray ont rédigé le rapport qui couronne les nombreuses consultations publiques ayant eu lieu dans 12 villes ontariennes en 2015. Le
- [De nouvelles dispositions de la LSST imposant aux employeurs des obligations de prévention et d’enquête concernant le harcèlement sexuel entrent en vigueur en septembre](https://ehlaw.ca/de-nouvelles-dispositions-de-la-lsst-obligations-de-prevention-et-denquete-concernant-le-harcelement-sexuel/?lang=fr) - Le projet de loi 132, Loi de 2016 sur le Plan d’action contre la violence et le harcèlement sexuels (en soutien aux survivants et en opposition à la violence et au harcèlement sexuels), a reçu la sanction royale le 8 mars 2016. Comme s’en souviendront les lecteurs d’Au Point, le projet de loi 132 modifie la Loi sur la

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- [Gérer l’obligation d’accommodement: un guide pratique - ANNULÉ](https://ehlaw.ca/events/managing-the-duty-to-accommodate-a-practical-guide-cancelled/)
- [The Human Rights Side of the Pandemic](https://ehlaw.ca/events/the-human-rights-side-of-the-pandemic/)
- [Emond Harnden launches new COVID-19 weekly webinar series](https://ehlaw.ca/events/emond-harnden-launches-new-covid-19-weekly-webinar-series/)
- [CERB and wage subsidy: where are we at?](https://ehlaw.ca/events/cerb-and-wage-subsidy-where-are-we-at/)
- [My employee refuses to work until the pandemic is over – what can I do?](https://ehlaw.ca/events/my-employee-refuses-to-work-until-the-pandemic-is-over-what-can-i-do/)
- [Navigating leaves during the pandemic](https://ehlaw.ca/events/navigating-leaves-during-the-pandemic/)
- [Return to Work Considerations](https://ehlaw.ca/events/return-to-work-considerations/)

## Sectors

- [Aviation](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/aviation/) - We represent aviation employers every day. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities facing your industry.
- [Hospital and Healthcare](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/hospital-and-healthcare/) - Emond Harnden knows healthcare. We provide ongoing advice and representation in both official languages to a wide variety of healthcare clients across the province. Our firm has been the law firm of choice for hospitals of all sizes for over three decades, in addition to: Long term care homes, retirement homes and nursing homes Community
- [Construction](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/construction/) - Our lawyers have extensive experience in providing advice to both provincially and federally regulated private, public and not-for-profit organizations.
- [Defence and Security](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/defence-and-security/) - Emond Harnden understands the unique challenges and opportunities facing the defence and security industry today, and we know that a strong work environment is key to keeping your organization on mission. With a long-standing practice in the defence industry, combined with our practical and proactive approach, we know how to identify and neutralize risks in
- [Défense et Sécurité](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/defence-and-security/)
- [Utilities](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/utilities/) - Our lawyers have extensive experience in providing advice to both provincially and federally regulated private, public and not-for-profit organizations.
- [Social Services](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/social-services/) - Our lawyers have extensive experience in providing advice to both provincially and federally regulated private, public and not-for-profit organizations.
- [Retail and Grocery](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/retail-and-grocery/) - Our lawyers have extensive experience in providing advice to both provincially and federally regulated private, public and not-for-profit organizations.
- [Membership Associations](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/membership-associations/) - Our lawyers have extensive experience in providing advice to both provincially and federally regulated private, public and not-for-profit organizations.
- [Federal Public Sector](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/federal-public-sector/) - Our clients come to us with the tough questions in privacy and ATI/FOI, both inside and outside the workplace. The firm has built a comprehensive privacy and information management practice working with federal and provincial jurisdiction clients.
- [Associations professionnelles](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/membership-associations/) - Nos avocats ont l'expérience de la prestation de services juridiques à toute une série d'associations de membres, chacune d'entre elles ayant ses propres défis et besoins, en fonction de la taille et de la structure organisationnelle de l'association, ainsi que de la nature des membres qu'elle représente.
- [Éducation](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/education/) - Emond Harnden a établi dans le secteur de l’éducation une pratique globale qui comprend des clients comme des conseils scolaires, des écoles privées, des collèges communautaires et des universités dans diverses provinces et divers territoires.
- [Education](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/education/) - Emond Harnden has built an extensive practice in the education sector which includes clients such as school boards, private schools, community colleges and universities in various provinces and territories.
- [Secteur de l’hôtellerie](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/hotel-and-hospitality/) - En tant qu’employeurs axés sur le service à la clientèle et comptant sur une main-d’œuvre diverse, les entreprises du secteur de l’hôtellerie font face à des défis uniques dans le contexte du droit du travail et de l’emploi.
- [Hotel and Hospitality](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/hotel-and-hospitality/) - As customer service-based employers with diverse and varied workforces, businesses in the hotel and hospitality industry face a unique set of challenges in the labour and employment law context.
- [Municipalité](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/municipality/) - .
- [Secteur public fédéral](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/federal-public-sector/) - Nos clients viennent nous voir pour nous poser des questions difficiles en matière de protection de la vie privée et d'accès à l'information et de communication, tant sur le lieu de travail qu'à l'extérieur. Le cabinet a mis en place une pratique complète de la gestion de la vie privée et de l'information en travaillant avec des clients de juridiction fédérale et provinciale.
- [Construction](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/construction/) - Our lawyers have extensive experience in advising private, public and not-for-profit organizations in the context of provincial and federal regulations.
- [Soins de santé et soins de longue durée](https://ehlaw.ca/?post_type=expertise&p=15617) - Nos avocats ont beaucoup d'expérience dans le conseil aux organismes privés, publics et à but non lucratif dans le cadre de la réglementation provinciale et fédérale.
- [Fabrication](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/fabrication/?lang=fr) - Nos avocats ont beaucoup d'expérience dans le conseil aux organismes privés, publics et à but non lucratif dans le cadre de la réglementation provinciale et fédérale.
- [Commerce en détail et épicerie](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/retail-and-grocery/) - Nos avocats jouissent d’une vaste expérience dans la prestation de conseils aux organisations privées, publiques et à but non lucratif de réglementation provinciale et fédérale.
- [Services sociaux](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/social-services/) - Nos avocats jouissent d’une vaste expérience dans la prestation de conseils aux organisations privées, publiques et à but non lucratif de réglementation provinciale et fédérale.
- [Services publics](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/utilities/) - Nos avocats jouissent d’une vaste expérience dans la prestation de conseils aux organisations privées, publiques et à but non lucratif de réglementation provinciale et fédérale.
- [Aviation](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/aviation/) - Chaque jour, nous représentons des employeurs de l’industrie de l’aviation. Nous comprenons les défis et les possibilités uniques auxquels fait face votre industrie.
- [Municipality](https://ehlaw.ca/sectors/municipality/) - Our lawyers have extensive experience in providing advice to both provincially and federally regulated private, public and not-for-profit organizations.

## Job Posts

- [Avocat(e)](https://ehlaw.ca/career-opportunities/avocat-e/?lang=fr) - Poste à temps plein, permanent Emond Harnden offre un environnement progressif et passionnant, idéal pour débuter ou faire progresser votre carrière en pratique privée. Emond Harnden est un cabinet d’avocats en droit du travail et de l’emploi qui représente les intérêts des employeurs dans les deux langues officielles depuis 1987. Emond Harnden favorise un esprit
- [Avocat(e) Recherchiste](https://ehlaw.ca/career-opportunities/avocate-recherchiste/?lang=fr) - Situé au cœur du quartier Glebe d’Ottawa, Emond Harnden offre un environnement progressif et passionnant, idéal pour débuter ou faire progresser votre carrière en pratique privée. Emond Harnden est un cabinet d’avocats en droit du travail et de l’emploi qui représente les intérêts des employeurs dans les deux langues officielles depuis 1987. Emond Harnden favorise
- [Associate Lawyer](https://ehlaw.ca/career-opportunities/associate-lawyer/) - Located in the heart of Ottawa’s Glebe neighborhood, Emond Harnden is a progressive and exciting place to begin or enhance your career. As a boutique labour and employment law firm, we have been representing the interests of management in both official languages since 1987. Emond Harnden fosters a spirit of respect and collegiality between Partners,
- [Bilingual Associate Lawyer](https://ehlaw.ca/career-opportunities/bilingual-associate-lawyer/) - Located in the heart of Ottawa’s Glebe neighborhood, Emond Harnden is a progressive and exciting place to begin or enhance your career. As a boutique labour and employment law firm, we have been representing the interests of management in both official languages since 1987. Emond Harnden fosters a spirit of respect and collegiality between Partners,
- [Avocat(e)](https://ehlaw.ca/career-opportunities/avocate/?lang=fr) - Situé au cœur du quartier Glebe d’Ottawa, Emond Harnden offre un environnement progressif et passionnant, idéal pour débuter ou faire progresser votre carrière en pratique privée. Emond Harnden est un cabinet d’avocats en droit du travail et de l’emploi qui représente les intérêts des employeurs dans les deux langues officielles depuis 1987. Emond Harnden favorise

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## Practice Areas

- [Droit du travail et de l’emploi pour les employeurs autochtones](https://ehlaw.ca/?post_type=practice_area&p=25025) - Notre Groupe de pratique pour les employeurs autochtones possède une vaste expérience dans la prestation de conseils aux employeurs autochtones sur des questions liées au droit du travail et de l’emploi. Ainsi, nous fournissons des conseils juridiques sur l’interprétation et l’application des lois pertinentes, des cadres de gouvernance et des pratiques exemplaires aux organismes autochtones.
- [Droit du travail](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/employment-law/) - Les membres du cabinet possèdent une vaste expérience dans tous les domaines du droit de l’emploi, notamment les contrats d’emploi, les litiges en matière d’emploi, les normes d’emploi, le réaménagement des effectifs et les licenciements, les enquêtes en milieu de travail, la gestion du milieu de travail et les politiques en milieu de travail.
- [Employment Law](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/employment-law/) - Members of the Firm have extensive experience with all areas of employment law, including but not limited to employment contracts, employment litigation, employment standards, workforce adjustments and terminations, workplace investigations, workplace management, and workplace policies.
- [Relations de travail](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/labour-relations/) - Notre cabinet a développé une vaste pratique du droit du travail en représentant des clients des secteurs public et privé.
- [Labour Relations](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/labour-relations/) - Our Firm has developed an extensive labour law practice on behalf of both public sector and private sector clients.
- [Vie privée/Accès à l'information](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/privacy-access-to-information/) - Les membres du cabinet ont une vaste expérience du droit relatif à la protection de la vie privée et à l’accès à l’information et fournissent des services connexes à un large éventail de clients, y compris des organisations du secteur privé, des sociétés d’État, des conseils, des commissions et des agences, des municipalités, des hôpitaux et des établissements d’enseignement.
- [Privacy / Access to Information](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/privacy-access-to-information/) - Members of the Firm have broad experience with privacy and access to information law, and provide related services to a wide array of clients including private sector organizations, crown corporations, boards and agencies, municipalities, hospitals, and educational institutions.
- [Droits de la personne](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/human-rights/) - Nous offrons un éventail complet de services relatifs aux questions de droits de la personne au travail.
- [Human Rights](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/human-rights/) - We provide employers with experienced and skilled representation throughout all stages of human rights complaints.
- [Occupational Health & Safety / Workers' Compensation](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/occupational-health-safety-workers-compensation/) - Our lawyers provide strategic advice to ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act or the Canada Labour Code, and to provide advice and representation to employers when disputes arise or claims are made in respect of these obligations.
- [Rémunération](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/compensation/) - Notre cabinet bénéficie également de l’expertise de son propre avocat spécialisé en droit des régimes de retraite, des avantages sociaux et de la rémunération, soit Mark Newton, l’un des avocats les plus réputés au Canada dans ce domaine.
- [Santé et sécurité au travail / Indemnisation des accidents de travail](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/occupational-health-safety-workers-compensation/) - Nos avocats sont bien informés pour fournir des conseils stratégiques afin d’assurer la conformité à la Loi sur la santé et la sécurité au travail ou au Code canadien du travail, selon le cas, et pour conseiller et représenter les employeurs lorsque des différends surviennent ou que des réclamations sont faites à l’égard de ces obligations.
- [Compensation](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/compensation/) - We have extensive experience in advising and representing federally and provincially regulated public and private sector organizations with respect to compensation matters, including specifically their pay equity obligations.
- [Accès à l'information et conformité à la loi sur la liberté d'information](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/privacy-access-to-information/access-to-information-foi-compliance/) - Au fil des ans, notre cabinet a édifié une importante pratique de prestation de conseils stratégiques aux établissements publics relativement aux questions de conformité au droit de l’accès à l’information.
- [Indemnisation des accidents de travail](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/occupational-health-safety-workers-compensation/workers-compensation/) - Nous avons une pratique complète dans ce domaine, et nos services comprennent les suivants : offrir des conseils sur la prévention proactive des affaires de sécurité professionnelle et d’assurance contre les accidents du travail, aider à gérer concrètement les enquêtes sur les accidents, les rapports de ces enquêtes et le retour au travail des travailleurs blessés, etc.
- [Gestion de l’assiduité et des invalidités](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/human-rights/attendance-disability-management/) - Nos avocats sont conscients des répercussions négatives qu’un absentéisme excessif peut avoir sur un lieu de travail et sont prêts à guider les employeurs dans le processus de gestion de l’assiduité des employés.
- [Instances devant les commissions des relations de travail](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/labour-relations/labour-board-proceedings/) - Notre maîtrise du droit de fond et du droit procédural nous permet de fournir une représentation d’expert devant les CRTO, le CCRI et le CRTEFP.
- [Arbitrages](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/labour-relations/labour-arbitration/) - Nous représentons nos clients durant toutes les étapes de la procédure d’arbitrage de griefs, y compris durant les rencontres en vue d’un règlement, la médiation, et l’audience sur le grief.
- [Relations de travail dans le secteur de la construction](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/labour-relations/construction-labour-relations/) - Notre cabinet possède une expérience et une expertise considérables en matière de prestation de conseils et de représentation des employeurs de l’industrie de la construction, y compris une expertise concernant les enjeux propres à ce milieu de travail.
- [Administration des conventions collectives et arbitrages de grief](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/labour-relations/collective-agreement-administration-arbitration/) - Nos avocats conseillent régulièrement nos clients sur la façon d’interpréter et d’appliquer correctement les dispositions des conventions collectives qui s’appliquent dans leur milieu de travail, dans le but de prévenir les conflits de travail et les griefs.
- [Politiques d'entreprise](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/employment-law/workplace-policies/) - Nous aidons nos clients à élaborer et à mettre en œuvre un éventail de programmes et de politiques pour le milieu de travail, qu’il s’agisse de politiques requises par la législation ou simplement de pratiques exemplaires pour les employeurs.
- [Gestion des employés (gestion de la performance et discipline)](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/employment-law/workplace-management-performance-attendance-discipline/) - Nos avocats fournissent fréquemment aux clients des conseils juridiques et stratégiques pour tenter d’éviter et de corriger les comportements problématiques des employés en milieu de travail.
- [Réaménagement des effectifs et congédiements](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/employment-law/workforce-adjustments-terminations/) - Si votre organisation ferme ses portes, doit réduire la taille de son effectif actuel ou doit simplement licencier un seul employé, nos avocats peuvent vous aider à vous assurer de remplir toutes vos obligations en vertu des lois, des contrats et de la common law, et ainsi réduire la probabilité que le licenciement soit contesté devant les tribunaux.
- [Révisions judiciaires et appels](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/employment-law/judicial-reviews-and-appeals/) - Nos avocats connaissent bien la pratique et la procédure d’appel et des contrôles judiciaires, et ils ont plaidé devant tous les paliers de tribunaux, y compris la Cour suprême du Canada.
- [Litiges en matière d'emploi et congédiement abusif](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/employment-law/employment-litigation-wrongful-dismissal-constructive-dismissal-unjust-dismissal/) - Nos avocats mettent à profit leur vaste expérience et expertise à tous les stades de ces demandes et réalisent notamment les tâches suivantes : examiner des mises en demeure et y répondre, négocier des règlements avec les avocats des demandeurs, etc.
- [Contrats d’emploi](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/employment-law/employment-contracts/) - Nous offrons notamment les services suivants : fournir des conseils juridiques et stratégiques aux employeurs en vue de la négociation et de l’élaboration de contrats d’emploi, rédiger des contrats d’emploi qui définissent efficacement les paramètres de la relation d’emploi et limitent la responsabilité de l’employeur.
- [Négociation collective et arbitrages d'intérêts](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/collective-bargaining-2-2/) - Nous aidons les employeurs à toutes les étapes du processus de négociation collective, qu’il s’agisse d’assurer une représentation à la table de négociation collective ou de fournir des conseils en ce qui concerne l’élaboration du libellé des conventions collectives, ou encore des stratégies de négociation.
- [Régimes de retraite et d’avantages sociaux](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/compensation/pension-and-benefits/) - Nous avons une connaissance approfondie du droit et des politiques touchant les régimes de retraite, les avantages sociaux et la rémunération.
- [Pension and Benefits](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/compensation/pension-and-benefits/) - We assist clients in effectively and strategically managing the financial, fiduciary, regulatory and reputational risks inherent in sponsoring and maintaining such plans.
- [Pay Equity](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/compensation/pay-equity/) - We have an extensive experience in assisting clients achieve and maintain pay equity.
- [Équité salariale](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/compensation/pay-equity/) - Nous possédons une expérience considérable en ce qui concerne l’appui aux employeur à réaliser et à maintenir l’équité salariale.
- [Workers' Compensation](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/occupational-health-safety-workers-compensation/workers-compensation/) - We have an extensive workplace safety and insurance practice, and our services include advising on the proactive prevention of workplace safety and insurance cases, assisting in the practical management of accident investigations, reporting and return to work of injured workers, etc.
- [Respect de la vie privée](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/privacy-access-to-information/privacy-compliance/) - Notre vaste expérience en droit de l’emploi et du travail nous permet d’aider nos clients à comprendre des questions complexes dans ce domaine.
- [Privacy Compliance](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/privacy-access-to-information/privacy-compliance/) - Our breadth of experience in employment and labour law allows us to help our clients successfully navigate complex privacy questions.
- [Labour Arbitration](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/labour-relations/labour-arbitration/) - We represent clients throughout the rights arbitration process, including at grievance settlement meetings, mediations, and grievance arbitration hearings.
- [Collective Agreement Administration & Grievance Arbitration](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/labour-relations/collective-agreement-administration-arbitration/) - Our lawyers regularly advise clients on how to properly interpret and apply the provisions of collective agreements that apply in their workplace, with the goal of preventing labour relations disputes and grievances.
- [Workplace Management (performance management & discipline)](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/employment-law/workplace-management-performance-attendance-discipline/) - Our lawyers frequently provide clients with guidance and strategic advice for the avoidance and correction of problematic employee behaviours in the workplace.
- [Employment Litigation/ Wrongful Dismissal/ Constructive Dismissal/ Unjust Dismissal](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/employment-law/employment-litigation-wrongful-dismissal-constructive-dismissal-unjust-dismissal/) - Our lawyers bring a wealth of experience and expertise to all stages of such claims, including reviewing and responding to demand letters, etc.
- [Workplace Policies](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/employment-law/workplace-policies/) - We assist in developing and implementing a variety of programs and policies for the workplace, whether they are required by legislation or simply advisable as best practices.
- [Rémunération des cadres](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/employment-law/executive-compensation/) - Entre autres choses, nos avocats examinent et rédigent régulièrement des contrats d’emploi sophistiqués pour les cadres supérieurs et, avec l’appui des conseillers spécialisés en matière de régimes de retraite et d’avantages sociaux du cabinet, ils conçoivent des régimes de rémunération complexes pour les cadres supérieurs et offrent des conseils à ce sujet.
- [Executive Compensation](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/employment-law/executive-compensation/) - Amongst other things, our lawyers regularly review and draft sophisticated executive employment contracts and, with the support of the Firm’s very own expert pensions and benefits counsel, design and advise on complex compensation arrangements for executives.
- [Employment Contracts](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/employment-law/employment-contracts/) - Our services include providing strategic legal advice to employers in negotiating and developing employment contracts and drafting employment contracts that effectively define the parameters of the employment relationship and limit the employer’s liability.
- [Employment Standards](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/employment-law/employment-standards/) - Our lawyers provide expert legal advice to ensure that provincial and federal clients’ workplace policies and practices are compliant with the employment and labour legislated standards.
- [Normes d'emploi](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/employment-law/employment-standards/) - Nos avocats fournissent des conseils juridiques pour s’assurer que les politiques et pratiques de travail de nos clients de réglementation provinciale et fédérale soient conformes aux normes d’emploi et du travail prescrites par la loi.
- [Education Law](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/education-law/) - Our Firm has developed an extensive practice in the education sector and counts amongst its clientele a number of school boards, private schools, community colleges and universities in various provinces and territories.
- [Droit de l’éducation](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/education-law/) - Notre clientèle inclut des conseils scolaires, des écoles privées, des collèges communautaires et des universités dans diverses provinces et divers territoires.
- [Formation](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/training/) - Nous offrons de l’appui stratégique et juridique aux membres de la haute direction et aux gestionnaires, y compris des séminaires et des ateliers conçus expressément pour tous les niveaux hiérarchiques d’une organisation, des superviseurs de première ligne à la haute direction, dans les milieux de travail syndiqués et non syndiqués.
- [Training](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/training/) - We offer comprehensive support services for senior executives and managers within both unionized and non-unionized environments.
- [Gouvernance](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/governance/) - Nous offrons de l’appui stratégique et juridique aux membres de la haute direction et aux gestionnaires dans les milieux de travail syndiqués et non syndiqués.
- [Governance](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/governance/) - We offer comprehensive support services for senior executives and managers within both unionized and non-unionized environments.
- [Santé et sécurité au travail](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/occupational-health-safety-workers-compensation/occupational-health-and-safety/) - De l’enquête initiale jusqu’à l’audience et à toute autre étape de la procédure, notre cabinet peut guider ses clients avec confiance sur les questions de santé et de sécurité au travail (« SST »).
- [Obligation d’accommodement](https://ehlaw.ca/?post_type=practice_area&p=15006) - Les avocats du cabinet ont une vaste expérience des questions relatives à l’interprétation et à l’application de l’obligation d’accommodement, incluant l’obligation de prendre des mesures d’adaptation, découlant de la législation sur les droits de la personne.
- [Collective Bargaining & Interest Arbitration](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/collective-bargaining-2-2/) - We assist employers throughout all stages of the collective bargaining process: from representation at the collective bargaining table, to ongoing advice with respect to development of contract language or bargaining strategies.
- [Enquêtes en milieu de travail](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/employment-law/workplace-investigations/) - Nous aidons fréquemment nos clients à mener des enquêtes en milieu de travail en agissant à titre d’enquêteurs externes.
- [Workforce Adjustments & Terminations](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/employment-law/workforce-adjustments-terminations/) - Whether your organization is closing its doors, needs to downsize its current workforce, or simply needs to terminate a single employee, our lawyers are here to help ensure that you fulfil all statutory, contractual and common law obligations.
- [Judicial Reviews and Appeals](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/employment-law/judicial-reviews-and-appeals/) - Our lawyers are well-versed in judicial review and appellate practice and procedure and have argued cases before all levels of court, including the Supreme Court of Canada.
- [Contrôles judiciaires et appels](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/droit-de-lemploi/controles-judiciaires-et-appels/) - Nos avocats connaissent bien la pratique et la procédure d’appel et des contrôles judiciaires, et ils ont plaidé devant tous les paliers de tribunaux, y compris la Cour suprême du Canada.
- [Labour Board Proceedings](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/labour-relations/labour-board-proceedings/) - We have built a solid reputation for providing employers with expert representation before the OLRB, CIRB and PSLREB.
- [Workplace Investigations](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/employment-law/workplace-investigations/) - We frequently assist clients with workplace investigations by acting as external investigators.
- [Access to Information & FOI Compliance](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/privacy-access-to-information/access-to-information-foi-compliance/) - Over the years, our Firm has developed a substantial practice providing strategic advice on ATI/FOI compliance issues to public institutions.
- [Occupational Health and Safety](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/occupational-health-safety-workers-compensation/occupational-health-and-safety/) - From the initial investigation through to formal hearings or proceedings, our Firm can confidently guide clients through occupational health and safety (“OHS”) matters.
- [Attendance & Disability Management](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/human-rights/attendance-disability-management/) - Our lawyers are aware of the negative impacts that excessive absenteeism can have on a workplace, and are ready to guide employers through the process of managing employee attendance.
- [Construction Labour Relations](https://ehlaw.ca/practice-areas/labour-relations/construction-labour-relations/) - Our firm has considerable experience and expertise providing advice and representation to construction industry employers and the unique labour relations and employment environment in which they operate.

## Team

- [Mélissa Lacroix](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/melissa-lacroix/) - Depuis qu’elle s’est jointe à Emond Harnden en 2010, Mélissa est une conseillère juridique de confiance auprès des employeurs. Précédemment, elle a agi à titre d’avocate-conseil auprès de la Commission du droit d’auteur du Canada et a exercé en litige civil au sein d’un cabinet national à Ottawa. Elle représente un large éventail d’employeurs des
- [Mélissa Lacroix](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/melissa-lacroix/) - Mélissa has been a trusted advisor to employers at Emond Harnden since 2010. Prior to joining the firm, she served as legal counsel to the Copyright Board of Canada and practiced civil litigation at a large national law firm in Ottawa. She advises a broad range of public and private sector employers, as well as
- [Heba Eid](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/heba-eid/) - Avant de rejoindre le cabinet Emond Harnden en 2023, Heba a travaillé pendant deux ans au sein du gouvernement fédéral dans les domaines du droit constitutionnel et administratif. Elle s’est ensuite intéressée au droit criminel et aux contentieux civils lors de son stage auprès d’un cabinet multidisciplinaire d’Ottawa. Heba conseille les employeurs de réglementation provinciale
- [Justin Di Camillo](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/justin-di-camillo/) - Justin s’est joint à Emond Harnden comme associé après avoir fait un stage au sein du cabinet. Justin pratique dans tous les domaines du droit du travail et de l’emploi auprès de clients provenant des secteurs public et privé qui sont assujettis tant à la réglementation provinciale que fédérale. Justin participe régulièrement à la rédaction de
- [Heba Eid](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/heba-eid/) - Heba joined Emond Harnden as an Associate in 2023. She previously worked at the federal government for two years, practicing constitutional and administrative law. She then completed her articles with a full-service law firm in Ottawa focusing on criminal defence and civil litigation. Heba advises provincially and federally regulated employers in all areas of labour
- [Joël Rocque](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/joel-rocque-2/) - Joël conseille et représente des clients dans les domaines du droit du travail et de l’emploi, le droit de l’éducation, le contentieux civil, le droit à la vie privée, les droits de la personne, le droit administratif, le droit constitutionnel et en matière de gouvernance. Il travaille principalement avec des clients des secteurs public et
- [Joël Rocque](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/joel-rocque-2/) - Joël advises and represents clients in all matters relating to labour and employment law, education law, civil litigation, privacy law, human rights law, administrative law and governance. He works primarily with public and para-public sector clients. Joël has represented clients’ interests in labour arbitration and multiples levels of court and administrative tribunals in various provinces.
- [Pieter Bakker](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/pieter-bakker/) - Pieter s’est joint à Emond Harnden comme associé en 2021 après avoir fait un stage au sein du cabinet. Il exerce dans tous les domaines du droit du travail et de l’emploi et travaille avec des clients provenant des secteurs public et privé qui sont assujettis tant à la réglementation provinciale que fédérale, notamment dans les sphères
- [Pieter Bakker](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/pieter-bakker/) - Pieter joined Emond Harnden as an Associate in 2021 after completing his articles with the firm. Pieter practices in all areas of labour and employment law and works with federally and provincially regulated clients in both the public and private sector on a variety of matters, including labour arbitration, employment standards compliance, civil litigation, collective
- [Veronica Blanco Sanchez](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/veronica-blanco-sanchez/?lang=fr) - Veronica a rejoint Emond Harnden en 2023 après avoir exercé dans le domaine du contentieux dans un cabinet régional à Ottawa pendant près de deux ans. Veronica exerce dans tous les domaines du droit du travail et de l’emploi. Elle travaille avec des employeurs des secteurs public et privé sur une variété de questions juridiques,
- [Veronica Blanco Sanchez](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/veronica-blanco-sanchez/) - Veronica joined Emond Harnden as an Associate following her practice in general litigation at a regional law firm in Ottawa. She advises employers across the public, private, and non-profit sectors on all aspects of labour and employment law, including employment standards, performance management, occupational health and safety, and human rights issues such as accommodations, harassment,
- [Sophie Kassel](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/sophie-kassel/) - Sophie joined Emond Harnden in 2022 as an Associate. Following her studies in civil and common law at McGill University, Sophie completed a clerkship at the Superior Court of Justice in Ottawa, where she gained invaluable insight into the judicial decision-making process. Sophie is fluently bilingual and licensed under the Quebec and Ontario Bars. She
- [Sophie Kassel](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/sophie-kassel/?lang=fr) - Sophie s’est jointe à l’équipe de Emond Harnden en 2022 en tant qu’avocate. Après ses études en common law et droit civil à l’université McGill, Sophie a complété un stage à la Cour supérieure de justice à Ottawa, où elle a suivi le cheminement des dossiers à la cour et approfondi son appréciation de la
- [Negeen Yazdani](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/negeen-yazdani/?lang=fr) - Negeen s’est jointe à Emond Harnden à titre d’associée après avoir terminé ses stages et un mandat d’été en tant qu’étudiante au cabinet. Negeen pratique dans tous les domaines du droit du travail et de l’emploi auprès de clients provenant des secteurs public et privé qui sont assujettis tant à la réglementation provinciale que fédérale, notamment
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- [Negeen Yazdani](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/negeen-yazdani/) - Negeen works in all areas of labour and employment law, with a special interest in the education sector. Negeen works within both the public and private sectors and assists employers with labour arbitration, contract and policy drafting, human rights matters, employment standards compliance, occupational health and safety matters, employment litigation, as well as various other
- [Justin Di Camillo](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/justin-di-camillo/) - Justin joined Emond Harnden as an Associate after completing his articles with the firm. Justin works in all areas of labour and employment law with provincially and federally regulated clients in both the public and private sectors. Justin is regularly involved in contract and policy drafting, human rights matters, occupational health and safety matters, collective
- [Jennifer Birrell](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/jennifer-birrell/) - Hello world
- [Jake Tolton](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/jake-tolton/) - Jake joined Emond Harnden as an Associate in 2022 after maintaining a broad litigation practice at a national law firm in Ottawa for two years. He is dedicated to all facets of labour and employment law, working with clients across both the public and private sectors. From representing employers in labour arbitration cases to defending
- [François Russo](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/francois-russo/?lang=fr) - François a débuté sa carrière en tant que procureur de la Couronne dans le district de Montréal. Il a plaidé de nombreux dossiers devant les tribunaux de première instance et d’appel, notamment devant la Cour d’appel du Québec. Parfaitement bilingue, il pratique dans tous les domaines du droit du travail et de l’emploi. François est
- [Marianne Abou-Hamad](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/marianne-abou-hamad/) - Marianne s’est jointe à Emond Harnden à titre d’associée après avoir terminé ses stages et deux mandats d’été en tant qu’étudiante au cabinet. Elle pratique dans tous les aspects du droit du travail et de l’emploi, et elle fournit du soutien aux clients provenant des secteurs public et privé, y compris des employeurs assujettis à
- [Lynn H. Harnden](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/lynn-h-harnden/) - Reconnue à l’échelle nationale au sein de la communauté juridique, Lynn figure dans le Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory, un guide destiné aux principaux cabinets d’avocats et praticiens au Canada, en tant qu’avocate de premier plan dans les domaines des relations de travail, des droits de la personne et du droit de l’emploi. Il a reçu
- [Lauren Jamieson](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/lauren-jamieson/) - Lauren works with a diverse range of private and public sector employers, with a focus on advising employers in federally regulated industries. She offers practical advice on day-to-day human resources and labour relations issues and provides clients with pragmatic solutions to the challenges they face. As a member of the Firm’s Aviation Practice Group, Lauren
- [Lynn H. Harnden](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/lynn-h-harnden/) - Nationally recognized within the legal community, Lynn appears in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory, a guide to the leading law firms and practitioners in Canada, as a leading lawyer in the area of labour relations, human rights and employment law. He received from Best Lawyers in Canada the designation of Lawyer of the Year in 2010,
- [Marianne Abou-Hamad](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/marianne-abou-hamad/) - Marianne joined Emond Harnden as an Associate after completing her articles and a term as a summer student with the firm. Marianne practices in all areas of labour and employment law, and provides support to a variety of clients in both the public and private sectors, including federally and provincially regulated employers. She has successfully
- [Alanna Twohey](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/alanna-twohey-2/) - Alanna Twohey is Legal Counsel for the Firm. She joined Emond Harnden as a Research Lawyer in 2016. Prior to joining the Firm, Alanna practiced exclusively management-side labour and employment law in another Ottawa boutique firm for seven years. Alanna advises employers in both the public and private sectors in all areas of workplace law.
- [Erica Bennett](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/erica-bennett/) - Erica completed her undergraduate degree from Queens University and her law degree from Osgoode Hall Law School. She has spent her entire legal career at Emond Harnden LLP, starting as a legal summer student in 2011 and is now a partner at the firm. With over a decade of experience practicing exclusively management side labour
- [Porter Heffernan](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/porter-heffernan/) - Porter is a committed advocate in the courts and before administrative adjudicators. He has appeared on behalf of numerous clients before labour arbitrators, the OLRB, and other tribunals. He has appeared before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, the Divisional Court and the Court of Appeal, as well as Federal Courts. Porter maintains a diverse
- [J.D. Sharp](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/j-d-sharp/) - After graduating university, J.D. worked as a labour relations consultant assisting employers with labour relations and human resources issues, acting as a part-time human resources department for organizations that did not have full-time HR support. J.D. is a firm believer in management rights and his practice is devoted to supporting employers in effectively managing the
- [Samara Belitzky](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/samara-belitzky/) - Samara joined Emond Harnden in 2023 after practicing labour and employment law exclusively for seven years. Samara is a skilled and experienced negotiator who focuses on finding practical solutions for her clients. Samara advises and assists federally and provincially regulated employers in all areas of labour and employment law, including discipline, terminations, and the development
- [Samara Belitzky](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/samara-belitzky/?lang=fr) - Samara s’est jointe à Emond Harnden en 2023 après avoir exercé exclusivement dans les domaines du droit du travail et de l’emploi pendant sept ans. Samara est une négociatrice compétente et expérimentée qui se concentre sur la recherche de solutions pratiques pour ses clients. Samara conseille les employeurs sous réglementation fédérale et provinciale dans tous
- [Erica Bennett](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/erica-bennett/) - Erica a rejoint les rangs d’Emond Harnden en 2011 comme étudiante en droit après avoir terminé ses études de premier cycle à l’Université Queen’s, puis pendant ses études de droit à Osgoode Hall Law School. Après avoir terminé son stage auprès du cabinet, elle s’est jointe à Emond Harnden comme avocate et elle exerce exclusivement
- [Philippe Thompson](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/philippe-thompson/) - Philippe joined Emond Harnden as an Associate after articling and completing a summer with the firm. Philippe is bilingual and can advise clients in both official languages. Philippe advises clients in a wide range of areas including all aspects of labour and employment law, privacy and access to information, and human rights for both public
- [François Russo](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/francois-russo/) - François began his career as a Crown prosecutor in the district of Montréal where he pleaded cases at all levels including the Court of Appeal of Québec. He practices in all areas of labour and employment law. François is fluently bilingual and member of the Ontario and Québec Bars.
- [Neil Dzuba](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/neil-dzuba/) - Prior to joining the firm, he articled and practiced at a labour and employment law boutique. During this time, Neil’s practice included exposure to both the public and private sectors, with an emphasis on construction labour relations. Neil has significant experience with employment and labour law matters in both the public and private sectors, with
- [Philippe Thompson](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/philippe-thompson/?lang=fr) - Philippe s’est joint à Emond Harnden comme associé après avoir terminé un stage et un mandat d’été en tant qu’étudiant au cabinet. Philippe est bilingue et peut conseiller les clients dans les deux langues officielles. Philippe conseille des clients dans un large éventail de domaines, notamment tous les aspects du droit du travail et de l’emploi,
- [Marie Bordeleau](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/marie-bordeleau/?lang=fr) - Marie s'est jointe à Emond Harnden en tant qu'associée en 2022 après avoir fait un stage au sein du cabinet. Parfaitement bilingue, Marie pratique dans tous les domaines du droit du travail et de l'emploi, notamment en matière de droit à la protection de la vie privée, de droits de la personne et la conformité
- [Sébastien Huard](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/sebastien-huard/) - Parfaitement bilingue, Sébastien jouit d’une expérience considérable dans les secteurs public et privé, particulièrement en ce qui concerne l’administration municipale, le gouvernement fédéral, les soins de santé et le transport. Diplômé des programmes de common law et de droit civil de l’Université d’Ottawa, Sébastien offre des conseils en matière de contrôle judiciaire, d’arbitrage en relations
- [Jordon White](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/jordon-white/) - Jordon joined Emond Harnden in 2024 as an Associate after completing his articles and working as a summer student with the firm. Jordon works in all aspects of labour and employment law, providing strategic advice to clients across the public and private sectors, including both federally and provincially regulated employers. His experience includes assisting employers
- [Jennifer Sevick](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/jennifer-sevick/) - Jennifer joined Emond Harnden as an Associate in 2024 after completing her articles with the firm. During law school, Jennifer summered in-house at an energy company and at a full-service law firm in Calgary, Alberta. Prior to pursuing law school, Jennifer worked in marketing and business development in the energy, financial services, and technology industries.
- [Zoriana Priadka](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/zoriana-priadka/?lang=fr) - Zoriana offre des conseils pratiques pour guider les employeurs dans une gestion efficace et proactive de leur milieu de travail à toutes les étapes de la relation d’emploi. Forte de son expérience en contentieux des affaires civiles, elle excelle à développer des solutions stratégiques et efficientes, donnant ainsi à ses clients les outils nécessaires pour
- [Zoriana Priadka](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/zoriana-priadka/) - Zoriana specializes in providing practical guidance to employers, enabling them to efficiently manage workplace matters at every stage of the employment relationship in a proactive and practical manner. Drawing from her background in civil litigation, she excels at delivering cost-effective and strategic solutions, equipping clients to address potential legal disputes. Zoriana began her career in
- [Sarah Lapointe](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/sarah-lapointe/) - Sarah est une associée bilingue chez Emond Harnden.Depuis qu’elle a obtenu son diplôme du Programme de common law en français de l’Université d’Ottawa, elle travaille exclusivement en droit du travail et de l’emploi du côté de la direction. Entièrement bilingue (anglais et français), Sarah offre un large éventail de services juridiques aux employeurs, tels que
- [Sarah Lapointe](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/sarah-lapointe/) - Sarah is a bilingual lawyer and partner at Emond Harnden. She has worked exclusively in management-side labour and employment law since graduating from the University of Ottawa’s French Common Law program. Fully bilingual in English and French, Sarah provides a broad range of legal services to employers, including drafting employment agreements and policies, providing legal
- [Marie-Ève Caissy](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/marie-eve-caissy/) - Marie-Ève Caissy s’est jointe à l’équipe d’Emond Harnden à titre d’associée en 2025. Avant cela, Marie-Ève a exercé pendant six ans dans le service de représentation d’un cabinet d’avocats national offrant des services complets axés sur les dossiers de responsabilité médicale et le droit de la santé. Marie-Ève possède une expertise en matière de litiges et une
- [Marie-Ève Caissy](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/marie-eve-caissy/) - Marie-Ève Caissy s’est jointe à l’équipe d’Emond Harnden à titre d’associée en 2025. Avant cela, Marie-Ève a exercé pendant six ans dans le service de représentation d’un cabinet d’avocats national offrant des services complets axés sur les dossiers de responsabilité médicale et le droit de la santé. Marie-Ève possède une expertise en matière de litiges
- [Marie-Ève Caissy](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/marie-eve-caissy/) - Marie-Ève Caissy joined Emond Harnden as an associate in 2025. Prior to joining, Marie-Ève practiced for six years in the advocacy department of a full-service national law firm with a focus on medical defence and health law. Marie-Ève brings an expertise in litigation and has considerable background with healthcare matters, including hospital workplace investigations and disciplinary matters, human rights proceedings,
- [Matthew Boem](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/matthew-boem/) - Matt joined Emond Harnden as an Associate after completing his articles with the firm. Matt practices in all areas of labour and employment law, advising provincially and federally regulated clients in the public and private sectors. He assists clients with a broad range of legal matters, including labour arbitration, civil litigation, human rights, occupational health
- [Sébastien Huard](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/sebastien-huard/) - Fully bilingual, Sébastien has considerable experience in the public and private sectors with particular focus on municipal and federal government, health care and transportation. Sébastien provides counsel on judicial reviews, labour arbitration, wrongful dismissal claims, governance issues, human rights, collective bargaining, labour disputes, WSIB claims, privacy matters and Ontario Labour Relations Board and Public Service
- [Arielle Girard](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/arielle-girard/) - Arielle s’est jointe à Emond Harnden en 2025 après avoir terminé son stage dans un cabinet national offrant une gamme complète de services à Ottawa. Pendant ses études du droit, Arielle a travaillé comme adjointe à la recherche à la Cour suprême du Canada et à la faculté de droit de l’Université d’Ottawa, où elle a
- [Arielle Girard](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/arielle-girard/) - Arielle joined Emond Harnden in 2025 after completing her articles with a national full-service firm in Ottawa. During law school, Arielle worked as a Research Assistant at the Supreme Court of Canada and with the University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Law, where she contributed to research on children’s rights within a human rights context. She
- [Matthew Boem](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/matthew-boem/) - Matt s’est joint à Emond Harnden comme associé après avoir fait un stage au sein du cabinet. Matt pratique dans tous les domaines du droit du travail et de l’emploi, conseillant des clients provenant des secteurs public et privé qui sont assujettis à la réglementation provinciale et fédérale. Il touche à une vaste gamme de sphères
- [J.D. Sharp](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/j-d-sharp/) - J.D. a travaillé comme consultant en relations de travail, aidant les employeurs éprouvant des problèmes de relations de travail et de ressources humaines et agissant à titre de service de ressources humaines à temps partiel pour les organisations qui ne bénéficiaient pas d’un soutien à temps plein en RH. J.D. croit fermement aux droits de
- [André Champagne](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/andre-champagne/) - André dessert une vaste clientèle dans les secteurs public, parapublic et privé, axant sa pratique sur les soins de santé et les études postsecondaires. Ses clients apprécient ses observations stratégiques, ses conseils pratiques et son service rapide. Il a été reconnu et désigné chef de file en droit du travail et de l’emploi par L’Expert
- [André Champagne](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/andre-champagne/) - André serves a large client base in the public, broader public and private sectors with a particular focus on health care and post-secondary education. His clients value his strategic input, practical advice and responsiveness. He has been recognized and designated as a leader in labour and employment law by Lexpert and Best Lawyers, two organizations
- [Patrick Twagirayezu](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/patrick-twagirayezu/) - Patrick s’est joint à Emond Harnden à titre d’avocat après avoir terminé son stage et avoir travaillé comme étudiant d’été auprès du Cabinet. Patrick est entièrement bilingue et travaille avec des clients des secteurs privé, public, et parapublic dans tous les domaines du droit du travail et de l’emploi. Il aide les employeurs à résoudre
- [Kecia Podetz](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/kecia-podetz/) - Kecia practices exclusively in the areas of labour and employment. Her clients include those in the not-for-profit, health, manufacturing, technology and professional services sectors, as well as First Nation governments and related organizations. Kecia is a practical and skilled negotiator with experience in a variety of unionized and non-unionized workplaces. Kecia is passionate about providing
- [Paul Lalonde](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/paul-lalonde/) - Paul serves a large client base in the public, broader public and private sectors, including employers who operate in the construction industry. He provides counsel in a wide range of labour and employment matters, and has gained considerable experience in the areas of employee and labour relations as well as occupational health and safety, and
- [Neil Dzuba](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/neil-dzuba/) - Avant de se joindre au cabinet, il a fait son stage et a exercé la profession dans un cabinet spécialisé en droit du travail et de l’emploi. Pendant cette période, Neil a été exposé au secteur public et au secteur privé, plus particulièrement aux relations de travail dans le domaine de la construction. Neil jouit
- [Kecia Podetz](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/kecia-podetz/) - Kecia, associée à Emond Harnden, exerce exclusivement en droit du travail et de l’emploi. Il s’agit d’une avocate compétente et expérimentée qui représente des employeurs dans les instances d’arbitrage de grief, devant les tribunaux des droits de la personne et lors de litiges liés à l’emploi. Elle compte parmi ses clients des organismes des secteurs
- [Mark Newton](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/mark-newton/) - Mark est l’un des avocats les plus réputés spécialisés en droit des régimes de retraite, des avantages sociaux et de la rémunération au Canada. Il a fondé la Section nationale du droit des régimes de retraite et des avantages sociaux de l’Association du Barreau canadien ainsi que le programme de certification en droit des
- [Kassandra Tannouri](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/kassandra-tannouri/?lang=fr) - Kassandra s’est jointe à Emond Harnden comme avocate après avoir terminé son stage et avoir été étudiante au cabinet. Entièrement bilingue, Kassandra a une pratique diversifiée en droit du travail et de l’emploi, fournissant des conseils et des avis stratégiques aux employeurs des secteurs public et privé, de réglementation fédérale et provinciale. Kassandra est régulièrement
- [Kassandra Tannouri](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/20636/) - Kassandra joined Emond Harnden as an Associate after completing her articles and working as a student with the firm. Fully bilingual, Kassandra has a diverse labour and employment law practice, providing strategic advice and opinions to clients in both the public and private sectors, including federally and provincially regulated employers. Kassandra is regularly involved in
- [Jock Climie](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/jock-climie/) - Jock a commencé sa carrière au ministère de la Justice en tant que procureur et avocat plaidant en droit du travail. Il a rejoint Emond Harnden en 2000 et, depuis son arrivée au cabinet, il a développé une pratique importante en litige. Jock a comparu devant les cours fédérales et provinciales de l’Ontario, de la
- [Jock Climie](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/jock-climie/) - Jock began his career with the Department of Justice, practicing as a criminal prosecutor and a labour litigator. Jock joined Emond Harnden in 2000 and has developed an extensive litigation practice since joining the firm. He has conducted hearings in the Federal, Ontario, British Columbia, Nunavut and Quebec courts (trial and appellate levels), before the
- [Marie Bordeleau](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/marie-bordeleau/) - Marie joined Emond Harnden as an Associate in 2022 after completing her articles with the firm. Perfectly bilingual, Marie practices in all areas of labour and employment law, including privacy, human rights, and employment standards. Marie has experience assisting a diverse range of employers, both federally and provincially regulated. She has been involved in collective
- [Patrick Twagirayezu](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/patrick-twagirayezu/) - Patrick joined Emond Harnden as an Associate after completing his articles and working as a summer student with the firm. Fully bilingual, Patrick works with public and private sector clients in all aspects of labour and employment law, helping employers solve a wide variety of workplace issues. He also works in the areas of education
- [Raquel Chisholm](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/raquel-chisholm/) - Raquel Chisholm advises employers at both the Ontario and Federal jurisdictions in all areas of labour and employment law, with a particular focus on human rights, disability management, and pay equity. Raquel provides a wide variety of services including drafting employment contracts, management training, legal opinions, collective bargaining, and policy writing. She represents clients at
- [Brett Hynes](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/brett-hynes/) - Brett joined Emond Harnden as an Associate after completing his articles and working as a student with the firm. Brett has a diverse labour and employment law practice, assisting provincially and federally regulated clients in both the public and private sectors. Brett is regularly involved in contract and policy drafting, human rights matters, collective bargaining,
- [Ayushi Dave](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/ayushi-dave/) - Ayushi joined Emond Harnden as an associate in 2025. She previously articled and worked at a management-side labour and employment law firm in London, Ontario for almost two years. Ayushi practices in all areas of labour and employment law, including privacy, contract and policy drafting, human rights, and employment standards compliance. In her spare time, Ayushi loves traveling, spending time
- [Lauren Jamieson](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/lauren-jamieson/) - Lauren s’est jointe à Emond Harnden comme avocate après son stage et après avoir passé deux étés auprès du cabinet. Elle exerce dans tous les domaines du droit du travail et de l’emploi, notamment en matière de droit à la protection de la vie privée, de droits de la personne et de cannabis au travail.
- [Mallory Scott](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/mallory-scott/) - Mallory graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with a BA in Political Science before moving to Ottawa to complete a Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management at Algonquin College. She is a Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) through the Human Resources Professionals Association. At Emond Harnden, she leads the human resources function, supporting the firm's people
- [Lindsay Moulton](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/lindsay-moulton/) - Lindsay est une professionnelle du marketing et du développement des affaires qui possède une expertise en stratégie de marque, en marketing numérique et en communications d’entreprise. Chez Emond Harnden, elle dirige les initiatives de marketing de l’entreprise et élabore des stratégies visant à accroître la visibilité de la marque et à stimuler la croissance. Elle a
- [Lindsay Moulton](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/lindsay-moulton/) - Lindsay is a marketing and business development professional with expertise in brand strategy, digital marketing, and corporate communications. At Emond Harnden, she leads the firm’s marketing initiatives, developing strategies to enhance brand visibility and drive growth. She has experience managing multi-channel campaigns, corporate advertising, and content strategy. Before joining Emond Harnden in 2024, Lindsay worked
- [Jake Tolton](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/jake-tolton/) - Jake s’est joint à Emond Harnden à titre d’associé en 2022 après avoir exercé le droit du contentieux au sein d’un cabinet d’avocats national à Ottawa pendant deux ans. Il se consacre à toutes les facettes du droit du travail et de l’emploi, en travaillant auprès de clients provenant des secteurs public et privé. Qu’il s’agisse
- [Jordon White](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/jordon-white/?lang=fr) - Jordon s’est joint à Emond Harnden en 2024 à titre d’associé après avoir terminé ses stages et un mandat d’été en tant qu’étudiant au cabinet. Jordon pratique dans tous les aspects du droit du travail et de l’emploi, en fournissant des conseils stratégiques aux clients provenant des secteurs public et privé qui sont assujettis tant à
- [Steven Herzog](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/steven-herzog/?lang=fr) - Steve s’est joint à Emond Harnden à titre de chef des opérations en 2022. Il est responsable de l’exécution des activités de la société, notamment la planification stratégique, les opérations financières, le marketing et le développement des affaires, les RH et la technologie. Steve jouit d’une excellente réputation pour sa capacité à élaborer et à mettre
- [Brett Hynes](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/brett-hynes/?lang=fr) - Brett s’est joint à Emond Harnden à titre d’associé après avoir terminé ses stages et travaillé en tant qu’étudiant au cabinet. Brett a une pratique diversifiée en droit du travail et de l’emploi, aidant des clients provenant des secteurs public et privé qui sont assujettis tant à la réglementation provinciale que fédérale. Brett participe régulièrement à
- [Bethan Elliot](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/bethan-elliot/?lang=fr) - Bethan a passé les sept dernières années chez Emond Harnden en exerçant des fonctions d’administration et de gestion, contribuant ainsi au fonctionnement harmonieux de la société. Avant de se joindre à Emond Harnden, Bethan avait travaillé pendant 10 ans comme adjointe juridique spécialisée en droit des franchises et en droit de la propriété intellectuelle. Fière diplômée
- [Bethan Elliott](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/bethan-elliott/) - Bethan has spent the past 7 years at Emond Harnden in both administrative and management capacities, contributing to the seamless operations of the firm. Prior to joining Emond Harnden, Bethan dedicated 10 years as a Legal Assistant specializing in Franchise law and Intellectual Property law. A proud alumna of Carleton University, Bethan earned a BA
- [Mallory Scott](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/mallory-scott/?lang=fr) - Mallory a obtenu un baccalauréat en sciences politiques de l’Université Wilfrid-Laurier avant de déménager à Ottawa pour obtenir un certificat d’études supérieures en gestion des ressources humaines au Collège Algonquin. Elle est conseillère en ressources humaines agréée (CRHA) par l’entremise de l’Association des professionnels en ressources humaines. À Emond Harnden, elle supervise les principales
- [Ayushi Dave](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/ayushi-dave/) - Ayushi Dave s’est jointe à Emond Harnden à titre d’associée en 2025. Elle a fait son stage et travaillé dans un cabinet d’avocats en droit du travail et de l’emploi du côté de la direction à London, en Ontario, pendant près de deux ans. Ayushi Dave pratique dans tous les domaines du droit du travail
- [Paul Lalonde](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/paul-lalonde/) - Paul sert un vaste éventail de clients des secteurs public, parapublic et privé, notamment des employeurs qui exercent leurs activités dans l’industrie de la construction. Il prodigue des conseils relativement à un large éventail de questions de droit du travail et de l’emploi et a acquis une expérience considérable dans les domaines des relations avec
- [Kyle Shimon](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/kyle-shimon/) - Kyle joined Emond Harnden in 2018 and has been practicing labour and employment law since 2014. In the course of his career, Kyle has successfully advocated for clients at the Ontario Labour Relations Board, Ontario Court of Justice, Ontario Superior Court of Justice, the Court of Appeal for Ontario, and the Federal Court of Appeal.
- [Noel Platte](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/noel-platte/) - Noel joined Emond Harnden as an Associate in 2021 after articling with the firm. Practicing in all areas of labour and employment law, Noel provides timely advice to both provincially and federally regulated employers. He assists clients with a variety of legal matters, including labour arbitration, civil litigation, collective bargaining, and drafting contracts and workplace
- [Raquel Chisholm](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/raquel-chisholm/) - Raquel Chisholm conseille les employeurs relevant des régimes ontarien et fédéral dans tous les domaines du droit de l’emploi et du travail, notamment en matière de droits de la personne, de gestion de l’invalidité et d’équité salariale. Raquel a fait son stage auprès d’Emond Harnden en 2003, s’est jointe au cabinet en tant qu’avocate en
- [Steven P. Williams](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/steven-p-williams/) - Associé, Steven a joint les rangs d’Emond Harnden en 1994. Il jouit d’une expérience considérable en matière de relations avec les employés et de relations de travail de même qu’en matière de conformité relative à la vie privée et à l’accès à l’information. Steven a le plaisir de travailler avec une clientèle diversifiée des secteurs
- [Steven P. Williams](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/steven-p-williams/) - Steve is a partner at Emond Harnden, having joined the firm in 1994. He has considerable experience in the areas of employee and labour relations, as well as privacy and access to information compliance. Steve has the pleasure of working with a diverse private and public sector clientele across Canada, with a particular focus on
- [Noel Platte](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/noel-platte/) - Noel s’est joint à Emond Harnden comme associé en 2021 après avoir fait un stage au sein du cabinet. Il exerce dans tous les domaines du droit du travail et de l’emploi, et a pour mandat de fournir des conseils juridiques aux employeurs qui sont assujettis tant à la réglementation provinciale qu’à la réglementation fédérale.
- [Sophie Gagnier](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/sophie-gagnier/) - Sophie is a partner with Emond Harnden having joined the firm in 2004. Sophie advises both provincially and federally regulated employers in all areas of labour and employment law. Her bilingual practice focuses on providing strategic advice and legal representation to employers in the context of wrongful dismissal actions, human rights applications and grievance arbitrations.
- [Sheri Farahani](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/sheri-farahani/) - Sheri, a partner with the firm, has worked exclusively in management side labour and employment law for her entire legal career. She regularly acts in both an advisory capacity and as litigation counsel, with a particular emphasis on advising employers in the hotel and hospitality industry. Sheri also draws upon her wealth of experience previously
- [Paula Campbell](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/paula-campbell/) - Paula is the Director of Research and oversees the firm’s Research Department. She has 25 years’ experience conducting and managing the research of labour and employment law matters. Paula provides guidance and assistance to the firm’s lawyers, articling students and other members of the research team. She frequently develops material for continuing legal education seminars,
- [Paul Marshall](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/paul-marshall/) - Paul maintains an extensive bilingual practice focused on labour and employment law, education law, administrative law and general advocacy on behalf of school boards. He has considerable litigation experience representing clients in arbitration and before courts and administrative tribunals.
- [Jean-Michel Richardson](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/jean-michel-richardson/) - Jean-Michel is a Research Lawyer who provides support in both official languages to the other lawyers of the firm in all aspects of labour and employment law, including rights and interest arbitration, collective bargaining, employment standards compliance, workers’ compensation, occupational health and safety, human rights, civil litigation, administrative law, constitutional law, language rights, education law
- [George Rontiris](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/george-rontiris/) - George manages a broad practice on behalf of employers, with a particular emphasis on proceedings before various administrative tribunals, including the Ontario Labour Relations Board and the Canada Industrial Relations Board. George also specializes in collective bargaining, grievance arbitrations and providing advice with respect to other labour relations matters. George represents many employers in the
- [Céline Delorme](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/celine-delorme/) - Fluently bilingual, Céline practices in all areas of labour and employment law. She joined Emond Harnden in 2008 after having articled at a large multi-service firm in Toronto. Since joining the firm, Céline has assisted clients with human rights applications, wrongful dismissal claims and contractual disputes in addition to providing advice on various labour and
- [Carole Piette](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/carole-piette/) - Carole entretient une importante pratique bilingue dans le domaine des négociations et de l’arbitrage du travail. Elle a aussi acquis une expertise considérable en équité salariale et en droits de la personne, et elle a donné d’importants programmes de formation aux employeurs sur les droits de la personne en milieu de travail et tenu nombre
- [Carole Piette](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/carole-piette/) - Carole maintains an extensive bilingual practice in labour arbitrations and negotiations. She has also developed extensive expertise in the areas of pay equity and human rights, and has provided extensive training programs for employers in workplace human rights issues in addition to conducting numerous harassment investigations.
- [Sabina Veltri](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/sabina-veltri/) - Sabina is a Research Lawyer who provides support to the firm’s other lawyers in all aspects of labour and employment law. Prior to joining Emond Harnden as a Research Lawyer, Sabina was an Associate in the Civil Litigation Department of a general practice law firm, where her practice was focused on employment law. She represented
- [Jennifer Birrell](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/jennifer-birrell/) - Bonjour le monde
- [Marie-Michèle Pellerin-Auprix](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/marie-michele-pellerin-auprix/) - Marie-Michèle is a Research Lawyer who provides support in both official languages to the other lawyers of the firm in all aspects of labour and employment law. Marie-Michèle articled at a national firm where she worked closely with the labour and employment group. Prior to joining the firm, she practiced at a management-side labour and
- [Tess Brown](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/tess-brown/) - Tess is a Research Lawyer who provides support in both official languages to the firm’s other lawyers in all aspects of labour and employment law. Tess completed her articles and began her legal career as an associate at a full-service firm in Ottawa, where she developed a broad-based litigation practice with a particular emphasis on
- [Steven Herzog](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/steven-herzog/) - Steve joined Emond Harnden as Chief Operating Officer in 2022. He is responsible for business execution of the Firm including strategic planning, financial operations, marketing and business development, HR, and technology. Steve is highly regarded for his ability to develop and execute strategy, capacity to lead change, and passion for exceptional customer service and client
- [Mark Newton](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/mark-newton/) - Mark is one of the most noted lawyers in Canada in the field of pensions, benefits and compensation. He established the National Pensions & Benefits Law Section of the Canadian Bar Association. He also founded the Osgoode Certificate Program in pension law. Emond Harnden appointed Mark Newton as Counsel to the firm as of April
- [Sabina Veltri](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/sabina-veltri/) - Avant de joindre les rangs d’Emond Harnden à titre d’avocate recherchiste, Sabina était avocate au Service de litige civil d’un cabinet d’avocats de pratique générale, où elle se spécialisait en droit de l’emploi. Elle a conseillé des clients sur tous les aspects du droit de l’emploi, notamment les contrats d’emploi, les politiques au travail, les
- [Alanna Twohey](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/alanna-twohey-2/) - Alanna est une avocate recherchiste qui offre du soutien aux autres avocats du cabinet dans tous les aspects du droit du travail et de l’emploi. Avant de se joindre au cabinet, elle a fait son stage et a exercé le droit dans un cabinet spécialisé en droit du travail et de l’emploi dans une perspective
- [Jean-Michel Richardson](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/jean-michel-richardson/) - Jean-Michel est un avocat recherchiste qui offre du soutien aux autres avocats du cabinet dans les deux langues officielles en matière de droit du travail et de l’emploi, y compris en arbitrage de droit et différend, négociation collective, conformité aux normes d’emploi, indemnisation des accidents au travail, santé et sécurité au travail, droits de la
- [Marie-Michèle Pellerin-Auprix](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/marie-michele-pellerin-auprix/) - Marie-Michèle est une avocate recherchiste qui offre du soutien aux autres avocats du cabinet dans les deux langues officielles en matière de droit du travail et de l’emploi. Marie-Michèle a fait son stage au sein dans un cabinet national où elle a travaillé en étroite collaboration avec le groupe du travail et de l’emploi. Avant
- [Tess Brown](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/tess-brown/) - Tess est une avocate recherchiste qui offre du soutien en matière de droit du travail et de l’emploi aux autres avocats du cabinet dans les deux langues officielles. Tess a fait son stage et a débuté sa carrière en droit en tant qu’avocate dans un cabinet à service complet à Ottawa, où elle a développé
- [Paula Campbell](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/paula-campbell/) - Paula est directrice de la recherche du cabinet et en supervise le service de recherche. Elle jouit de 25 ans d’expérience de la direction de la recherche sur les questions de droit du travail et de l’emploi. Paula donne des renseignements et de l’aide aux avocats, aux stagiaires et aux autres membres de l’équipe de recherche
- [Kyle Shimon](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/kyle-shimon/) - Kyle s’est joint à Emond Harnden en 2018 après avoir exercé exclusivement dans le domaine du droit de l’emploi auprès d’un autre cabinet d’avocats à Ottawa. Kyle a représenté avec succès des clients devant la Cour supérieure de justice de l’Ontario, la Cour de justice de l’Ontario et les tribunaux administratifs. Il exerce notamment dans
- [George Rontiris](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/george-rontiris/) - George gère une vaste pratique au nom des employeurs, plus particulièrement en les représentant devant divers tribunaux administratifs, dont la Commission des relations de travail de l’Ontario et la Commission des relations industrielles du Canada. George se spécialise également en négociation collective, en arbitrage de griefs et en prestation de conseils relatifs à d’autres questions
- [Paul Marshall](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/paul-marshall/) - Paul entretient une vaste pratique bilingue axée sur le droit du travail et de l’emploi, le droit de l’éducation, le droit administratif et la défense des droits en général au nom des conseils scolaires. Il jouit d’une vaste expérience du litige, représentant des clients en arbitrage et devant les tribunaux judiciaires et administratifs.
- [Porter Heffernan](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/porter-heffernan/) - Porter est un défenseur déterminé devant les tribunaux judiciaires et les décideurs administratifs. Il a comparu au nom de nombreux clients devant des arbitres en relations de travail, la CRTO et d’autres tribunaux administratifs. Il a comparu devant la Cour supérieure de justice de l’Ontario, la Cour divisionnaire et la Cour d’appel, à l’égard d’affaires
- [Sophie Gagnier](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/sophie-gagnier/) - S’étant jointe au cabinet en 2004, Sophie est maintenant associée. Sophie conseille les employeurs de réglementation provinciale et fédérale dans tous les domaines du droit de l’emploi et du travail. Sa pratique bilingue est axée sur la prestation de conseils stratégiques aux employeurs et la représentation des employeurs dans le contexte des actions pour congédiement
- [Sheri Farahani](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/sheri-farahani/) - Associée au cabinet, Sheri travaille exclusivement en droit du travail et de l’emploi pour le patronat depuis le début de sa carrière. Régulièrement, elle prodigue des conseils et elle plaide devant les tribunaux, mettant l’accent sur la prestation de conseils aux employeurs de l’industrie de l’hôtellerie. Sheri fait également appel à la vaste expérience qu’elle
- [Colleen Dunlop](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/colleen-dunlop/?lang=fr) - Elle gère une pratique diversifiée en droit du travail et de l’emploi, fournissant des conseils et des avis stratégiques aux employeurs de réglementation provinciale et fédérale. Elle prodigue régulièrement des conseils relatifs à l’élaboration de politiques, aux contrats d’emploi ainsi qu’à la structuration de licenciements collectifs et individuels et fournit des conseils stratégiques en matière
- [Céline Delorme](https://ehlaw.ca/our-people/celine-delorme/) - Parfaitement bilingue, Céline exerce dans tous les domaines du droit de l’emploi et du travail. Elle a joint les rangs d’Emond Harnden en 2008 après avoir fait son stage auprès d’un grand cabinet d’avocats offrant plusieurs services à Toronto. Depuis son arrivée au cabinet, Céline a aidé ses clients dans le cadre de demandes en

## Webinars

- [Preparing for Implementation of Federal Pay Equity Initial Obligations and Considerations: Raquel Chisholsm & Sandra Haydon](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/preparing-for-implementation-of-federal-pay-equity-initial-obligations-and-considerations-raquel-chisholsm-sandra-haydon/)
- [Paid ESA Leave for COVID-19 Absences – Update on Entitlement and the Reimbursement Process: Neil Dzuba & Patrick Twagirayezu](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/paid-esa-leave-for-covid-19-absences-update-on-entitlement-and-the-reimbursement-process-neil-dzuba-patrick-twagirayezu/)
- [Effectively managing a remote workforce: Raquel Chisholm & Carolyn Dunlop](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/effectively-managing-a-remote-workforce/) - In the circumstances of the pandemic, many employers have had to quickly implement remote work arrangements for the first time, without the benefit of having planned for such a transition. As we all settle into this new norm, Raquel Chisholm and Carolyn Dunlop guide you through important considerations and best practices to maximize the likelihood
- [Comment gérer le travail à distance de façon efficace : Raquel Chisholm et Carolyn Dunlop](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/effectively-managing-a-remote-workforce/) - Dans les circonstances de la pandémie, de nombreux employeurs ont dû mettre en œuvre des ententes de travail à distance rapidement et pour la première fois, sans avoir eu le temps de planifier une telle transition. Raquel Chisholm et Carolyn Dunlop expliquent les considérations importantes et pratiques exemplaires pour optimiser les chances de réussite d’un
- [Employment Agreements and Workplace Policies in the COVID-19 Era: J.D. Sharp & Erica Bennett](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/employment-agreements-and-workplace-policies-in-the-covid-19-era/) - J.D. Sharp and Erica Bennett discuss important considerations and best practices relating to introducing new – or updating current – employment agreements and workplace policies to better suit the realities of operating a workplace during the ongoing pandemic:
- [Vaccination obligatoire contre la COVID-19 en milieu de travail : J.D. Sharp et Larissa Volinets Schieven](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/mandating-covid-19-vaccinations-in-the-workplace-j-d-sharp-larissa-volinets-schieven/) - En l’absence d’un mandat de vaccination de la part des autorités de santé publique, les employeurs de tous les secteurs font face à la décision difficile d’exiger ou non l’immunisation contre la COVID-19 dans leurs milieux de travail. J.D. Sharp et Larissa Volinets Schieven discutent des considérations importantes et les meilleures pratiques relatives à la
- [Mise à jour sur la COVID-19 et les milieux de travail : J.D. Sharp et Joël Rocque](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/fall-update-on-covid-19-and-the-workplace-j-d-sharp-joel-rocque/) - Afin de mieux préparer les employeurs à traverser l’automne 2020, J.D. Sharp et Joël Rocque discutent de plusieurs questions d’actualités auxquelles font déjà face employeurs et employés alors qu’ils gèrent le retour au travail et à l’école dans le cadre de la pandémie de COVID-19 :
- [Emond Harnden launches new COVID-19 weekly webinar series: Porter Heffernan & Lauren Jamieson](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/emond-harnden-covid-19-webinar-en-inaugural-session/) - In the midst of the global upheaval caused by COVID-19, employers have to make pressing decisions with respect to the management of their workforce without necessarily having the opportunity to thoroughly consider all of the options available or their possible legal implications. Porter Heffernan and Lauren Jamieson guide you through the recent labour and employment
- [Emond Harnden lance une nouvelle série de webinaires hebdomadaires sur toutes les questions liées à la COVID-19 : Céline Delorme et Joël Rocque](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/emond-harnden-covid-19-webinar-en-inaugural-session/) - Au milieu des bouleversements créés par la COVID-19, les employeurs doivent prendre des décisions urgentes affectant la gestion de leur personnel sans toujours avoir le temps de revoir toutes leurs options ou leurs conséquences juridiques. Céline Delorme et Joël Rocque expliquent les changements récents en matière de droit de l’emploi et du travail :
- [CERB and wage subsidy - where are we at?: Kecia Podetz & Erica Bennett](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/cerb-and-wage-subsidy/) - On March 18, 2020, the federal government announced several economic measures to support workers and businesses during the COVID-19 outbreak, including income support measures for employees and a wage subsidy program to support businesses. Since then, details and changes to both programs have been announced gradually, leading to confusion amongst employers and employees alike. Kecia
- [Prestation d’urgence (PCU) et subvention salariale : où en est-on? : Kecia Podetz et Erica Bennett](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/cerb-and-wage-subsidy/) - Le 18 mars 2020, le gouvernement fédéral annonçait une série de mesures économiques pour soutenir les travailleurs et les entreprises pendant l’éclosion de la COVID-19, et notamment des mesures de soutien du revenu pour les employés et une subvention salariale pour les entreprises. Depuis, les détails et les changements à ces programmes ont été annoncés
- [Mon employé refuse de travailler jusqu’à la fin de la pandémie – que puis-je faire? : J.D. Sharp et Neil Dzuba](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/my-employee-refuses-to-work-until-the-pandemic-is-over-what-can-i-do-j-d-sharp-neil-dzuba/) - Alors que de nombreux organismes ont mis en place un programme de télétravail en raison de la pandémie, cette option n’est pas toujours possible et les employés offrant des services essentiels doivent toujours se présenter au travail chaque jour. La crainte de contamination par la COVID-19 et les rumeurs de pénurie d’équipement de protection ont
- [My employee refuses to work until the pandemic is over - what can I do?: J.D. Sharp & Neil Dzuba](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/my-employee-refuses-to-work-until-the-pandemic-is-over-what-can-i-do-j-d-sharp-neil-dzuba/) - While many organizations have moved to implement remote work arrangements as a result of the pandemic, not all jobs can be performed remotely, and employees providing essential services are still required to attend their workplace every day. Fear of contamination by COVID-19 and the reported shortage of PPE have led to a growing number of
- [Contrats d’emploi et politiques en milieu de travail à l’ère de la COVID-19 : J.D. Sharp et Erica Bennett](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/employment-agreements-and-workplace-policies-in-the-covid-19-era/) - J.D. Sharp et Erica Bennett discutent de considérations importantes et les meilleures pratiques relatives à l’introduction de nouveaux contrats de travail ou à la mise à jour de contrats de travail et de politiques en milieu de travail afin de mieux répondre aux réalités de la pandémie en cours :
- [L’Ontario s’attaque au problème des mises à pied temporaires et des licenciements réputés pendant la pandémie : Kecia Podetz et J.D. Sharp](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/ontarios-new-regulation-addressing-the-temporary-layoff-and-deemed-termination-dilemma-kecia-podetz-j-d-sharp/) - Le déclin de l’activité économique et la fermeture obligatoire des lieux de travail non essentiels ont poussé de nombreux employeurs à mettre à pied une partie ou même l’ensemble de leurs employés. L’Ontario a choisi une approche nouvelle pour s’attaquer au dilemme des mises à pieds temporaires en publiant un nouveau Règlement qui dispense temporairement
- [COVID-19 et droits de la personne : Raquel Chisholm et Carolyn Dunlop](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/the-human-rights-side-of-the-pandemic-raquel-chisholm-carolyn-dunlop/) - La rapidité à laquelle s’est répandue la COVID-19 a forcé notre attention sur les mesures nécessaires à freiner sa progression et à protéger travailleurs et citoyens à travers le monde. Mais il ne faut pas oublier que les principes de droits de la personne continuent de s’appliquer. Les employeurs doivent savoir que nombre de leurs décisions
- [Mandating COVID-19 Vaccinations in the Workplace: J.D. Sharp & Larissa Volinets Schieven](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/mandating-covid-19-vaccinations-in-the-workplace-j-d-sharp-larissa-volinets-schieven/) - In the absence of a vaccination mandate from public health authorities, employers in all sectors are facing the difficult decision of whether or not to require immunization against COVID-19 in their workplace. J.D. Sharp and Larissa Volinets Schieven discuss important considerations and best practices relating to the implementation of COVID-19 vaccination mandates in the workplace:
- [Fall Update on COVID-19 and the Workplace: J.D. Sharp & Joël Rocque](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/fall-update-on-covid-19-and-the-workplace-j-d-sharp-joel-rocque/) - In order to better prepare employers to cope throughout the fall of 2020, J.D. Sharp and Joël Rocque addressed and provided practical advice with respect to some of the realities that employers and employees may already be facing – or may face in future – when dealing with return to work/school in light of COVID-19:
- [Gérer les demandes de congé pendant la pandémie : Mélissa Lacroix et Larissa Volinets Schieven](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/navigating-leaves-during-the-pandemic-melissa-lacroix-larissa-volinets-schieven/) - On peut s’attendre à ce que les employés continuent à demander des congés pour des raisons liées à la santé, la sécurité ou les circonstances familiales, alors même que les milieux de travail rouvrent progressivement et que les employeurs rappellent leurs employés au travail. Les employeurs doivent donc connaitre et comprendre les congés dont peuvent
- [Planifier le retour au travail : Fabienne Lajoie et Kyle Shimon](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/return-to-work-considerations/) - Avec le dévoilement du cadre du gouvernement ontarien pour le déconfinement de la province ainsi que la publication de plusieurs nouvelles lignes directrices en matière de sécurité au travail, les entreprises se préparent à rouvrir leurs établissements ou à redémarrer leurs opérations. Fabienne Lajoie et Kyle Shimon détaillent les différents facteurs à considérer pour planifier
- [Navigating leaves during the pandemic: Mélissa Lacroix & Larissa Volinets Schieven](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/navigating-leaves-during-the-pandemic-melissa-lacroix-larissa-volinets-schieven/) - It can be expected that employees will continue to request leaves for reasons related to health, safety, and family circumstances, even as workplaces gradually reopen and employers require employees to return to work. Employers must therefore know and understand the leaves available to their employees during the pandemic, and employees’ rights and obligations regarding such
- [Return to Work Considerations: Fabienne Lajoie & Kyle Shimon](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/return-to-work-considerations/) - With the release by the Ontario Government of its framework for reopening the province as well as new sector-specific workplace safety guidelines, businesses are turning their minds to reopening their place of business or restarting their activities. Fabienne Lajoie and Kyle Shimon walk you through the various considerations that are relevant to transitioning your employees
- [Ontario’s New Regulation Addressing the Temporary Layoff and Deemed Termination Dilemma: Kecia Podetz & J.D. Sharp](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/ontarios-new-regulation-addressing-the-temporary-layoff-and-deemed-termination-dilemma-kecia-podetz-j-d-sharp/) - Following the general decline in business for most organizations and the mandatory closure of all non-essential businesses, many employers have had to temporarily layoff some or even all of their workforce. Ontario has introduced a novel approach to address the temporary layoff dilemma by providing temporary relief from the ESA’s termination and severance provisions for
- [The Human Rights Side of the Pandemic: Raquel Chisholm & Carolyn Dunlop](https://ehlaw.ca/webinars/the-human-rights-side-of-the-pandemic-raquel-chisholm-carolyn-dunlop/) - The swiftness of the pandemic of COVID-19 has focused our attention on measures to stop the spread and protect workers ands citizens around the world. But it should be remembered that human rights legislation remains at play. Employers need to be aware that many of the decisions affecting their employees involve human rights considerations, from

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