Month: June 2021
I’m facing a criminal charge. What happens next?
Facing a criminal charge is confusing, stressful, and can come with high stakes. In this post, Vanora Simpson takes us through the typical timeline of events following your charge.
Wrongful Dismissal for Federal Employees (Canada Labour Code) – What are my rights?
If you’re a non-unionized employee working in a federal sector job, what are your rights if you are dismissed? Here we set out a Wrongful Dismissal 101 for employees covered by the Canada Labour Code.
National Indigenous Peoples Day: A Resource List for Lawyers and Union Representatives
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission asked Canadians to learn more about the history and legacy of residential schools and Aboriginal rights in Canada. In this blog post, Kelly Doctor shares a list of resources for lawyers, union reps and others who work with Indigenous people and peoples (or those who don’t, but want to know more).
Can you sue your employer for workplace injuries and illnesses?
Many workers want to sue their employers in court when they become injured or ill at work, but the rules of Ontario’s worker’s compensation scheme mean most won’t get that opportunity. Christine Davies, Gabriel Hoogers, and Simone Truemner-Caron explain why.
What Emergency Powers Do Governments Have to Respond to COVID-19?
Dan Sheppard’s memo on the emergency powers used to respond to COVID-19 has been updated to June 10, 2021.
ETFO successfully challenges Ontario’s unprecedented election finance laws
A court has struck down several crucial sections of the Ford government’s election finance laws. Melanie Anderson explains why ETFO and other organizations challenged the law.
