When the topic of bullying is addressed, most people immediately conjure an image pertaining to school children harassing one another...

Many workplaces have policies regarding drug use that may need to be revised when marijuana is legalized.

Workplace discrimination is an issue faced by many people across Canada. Many know that there is legal recourse for human rights concerns related to termination, but what happens when a person ...

On behalf of Ridout Barron posted in Employment Law on Thursday, April 6, 2017.

A Canadian ombudsman has been asked to investigate claims that workers suffering from mental illness may be denied benefits, according to a recent report.

Hostile workplaces are tragically common across Canada. Calgary residents may have had experience with workplace harassment in their own jobs, or likely know someone who has.

Workplace safety is a key concern for many workers and their families across the country.

It is no secret that not all Canadian workplaces are safe and welcoming to everyone.

A poll conducted in Toronto has once again brought to light the struggles of the disabled community to find and maintain employment.

Their fellow full-time co-workers may also resent the flexibility of hours that comes with working a reduced work week.

As the RCMP gears up to launch a campaign to address multiple allegations of harassment in their workplaces...

A recent study of police culture in departments across Canada has revealed some troubling statistics, according to the professor heading the study.

According to the city bylaws in Calgary, the grading of lots for new buildings must be done properly so that the water never flows toward the new building or any other nearby properties, but away from those buildings.

Even in 2017, discrimination in the workplace is still a major problem in Canada. Most Calgary residents probably think of discrimination in its most obvious forms: gender, sexuality and race.

A contract for services in Alberta may be viewed in much the same manner as one for regular employment.

When it comes to health and safety legislation, farming poses unique questions. Alberta has released nearly 200 pages of reports discussing health and safety considerations in the agriculture sector.

What are some key points to know going in to civil court? This is a great question to ask if you have never been involved in civil litigation.

Employment law in the Alberta region as well as other areas of Canada is pretty comprehensive. However, in any legal field, there are areas that may be a bit shadowy.

An important ruling came down from the Supreme Court of Canada last year concerning unfair dismissal which could impact hundreds of thousands of workers and employers.

This article looks at proposed rules by the federal government concerning corporate governance.