Coronavirus

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COVID-19 FAQ #7 - What you need to know about terminations during COVID-19

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COVID-19 FAQ #7 - What you need to know about terminations during COVID-19

Recurring FAQ series discussing employment situations regarding COVID-19. FAQ #7: How do employment terminations during COVID-19 differ from terminations that occured pre-pandemic?

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COVID-19 FAQ #6 - All About Employee Recalls from Layoffs

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COVID-19 FAQ #6 - All About Employee Recalls from Layoffs

Recurring FAQ series discussing employment situations regarding COVID-19. FAQ #6: All about employee recalls after layoffs including: does an employer have to give notice of recall? Can an employee refuse a recall? Can an employee refuse a recall based on health safety concerns including catching COVID-19?

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COVID-19 FAQ #5 - Is it legal to order an employee to take vacation instead of a layoff?

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COVID-19 FAQ #5 - Is it legal to order an employee to take vacation instead of a layoff?

Recurring FAQ series discussing employment situations regarding COVID-19. FAQ #5: Can an employer order an employee to take vacation, banked overtime, or other leaves of absence instead of a layoff?

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COVID-19 FAQ #4 - What are an Employee's Options During a Layoff

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COVID-19 FAQ #4 - What are an Employee's Options During a Layoff

Recurring FAQ series discussing employment situations regarding COVID-19. FAQ #4: What are an employee’s options during a layoff? What happens if they quit or find a new job? How long can a layoff last? What happens when an employee is recalled?

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Coronavirus Update - Canadian Emergency Response Benefit FAQ

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Coronavirus Update - Canadian Emergency Response Benefit FAQ

The Trudeau government announced the Canadian Emergency Response Benefit, which will allow Canadian workers, including contractors and self-employed individuals, to receive $2,000 a month from March to October, 2020. Find out what we know so far.

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Should I Work From Home Because of Coronavirus?

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Should I Work From Home Because of Coronavirus?

Coronavirus has hit North America like a ton of bricks. Governments have announced measures to combat coronavirus like Canada’s COVID-19 Response Fund. Here is what employers and employees should consider when responding to coronavirus, including working from home, sick leave, and layoffs.

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What happens if there is coronavirus at work?

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What happens if there is coronavirus at work?

The recent coronavirus spread have people concerned. What are an employee’s and employer’s obligations when it comes to potential hazards at the workplace?

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