Accommodating Diversity

Increasing diversity within an organization helps it to mirror the society in which it operates. A robust, diverse workforce provides employers with a resource...

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Banning Texting and Talking While Driving

By Yosie Saint-Cyr, LL.B.* On October 21, 2009, the British Columbia government tabled Bill 15, Motor Vehicle Amendment Act, 2009 to ban the use of...

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Failure to Accommodate Results in Damages of Over $387,000

By Veronica Ukrainetz On June 9, 2009, The British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal awarded Lynda Kerr, a pharmaceutical sales representative, damages of $387,083.07 plus pre/post...

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Human Rights Complaints Can Be Serious Business for B.C.’s Small Business

By Diane Rodgers Dealing with a workplace human rights complaint can be costly for an employer in terms of money, time and reputation. A...

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Employment Contracts: Can you spot the pitfalls and risks?

By Graeme McFarlane From an ambiguous policy manual to unclear provisions for termination, contractual terms can leave an employer vulnerable and liable. Know the...

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