2015 IN REVIEW – A Look Back At The Top Cases And Key Legislative Changes That Impacted Your Workplace

Many important decisions and legislative changes occurred in 2015. Over the course of the year, CCP blogged these developments – here is a recap of our "top 10" cases and most significant changes along with links to the original blogs. Enjoy!

Top Labour and Employment Cases of 2015

1. Wilson v Atomic Energy of Canada 2015 FCA 17: In January, the Federal Court of Appeal clarified that federally-regulated employees may be dismissed on a without cause basis under the Canada Labour Code. The Federal Court of Appeal determined that s.240 of the Code should not be interpreted in a way that an employer was required to prove just cause or risk reinstatement of the terminated employee. Read more here.