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Employment Law Tracker - June 2021

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As Canada's vaccine supply steadily increases, and more people gain access to inoculations, it has spurred renewed hope that an end to the pandemic is in sight.

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Canada: The Great Debate over Mandatory Vaccination Policies

As Canada's vaccine supply steadily increases, and more people gain access to inoculations, it has spurred renewed hope that an end to the pandemic is in sight. Increased vaccine access has also caused many employers to consider afresh the viability of mandatory vaccination policies.  This update answers some of the most pressing questions employers have about COVID-19 vaccinations and the workplace. » Read More 

Canada: Deemed IDEL - Does it Amount to Constructive Dismissal or Not?

Under the Infectious Disease Emergency Leave Regulation that was enacted under the Employment Standards Act, 2000 in the early stages of the pandemic, employees who experience a temporary reduction in hours of work or wages for reasons relating to COVID-19, are deemed to be on a job-protected Infectious Disease Emergency Leave ("IDEL"). » Read More 

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