The pandemic does not override human rights at work
Ravenlaw gratefully acknowledges the contribution of this post by articling student Simcha Walfish.
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Court Rules Wage Restraint Legislation Unconstitutional
A recent decision of the Manitoba Court of Queens Bench has found that legislation which purported to cap wage increases for unionized public sector employees infringed the Charter right to freedom of association.
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Family Care Obligations and Working from Home
The implementation of physical distancing measures in the face of the global COVID-19 pandemic has raised a number of issues for workers with family obligations. Many workers are now being asked to work from home on a regular…
No Intent Is Necessary for Systemic Pay Discrimination – A Closer Look at the Midwives Case
Ravenlaw gratefully acknowledges the contribution of this post by articling student Claire Michela.
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The Coronavirus Pandemic Exposes Precarious Employment in Canada
The COVID-19 pandemic, its economic impact, and the recent protests regarding the systemic oppression of people of colour have all highlighted the need for robust protections for workers in Canada. As protests continue around the…