Morgan Rowe Presents on Disability Rights and Advocacy

On February 28, 2017, Morgan Rowe presented a webinar for the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists on disability rights and advocacy. The presentation focused on the duty to accommodate disability, the legal and non-legal ways that people with disabilities can advocate for accommodation, and the role of medical professionals in accommodation processes.   Read More

James Cameron Presented on LTD Benefits to Ottawa Parkinson Canada

On July 21, 2016, James Cameron spoke to Ottawa Parkinson Canada to provide an information session on applying for LTD benefits and the legal and appeal processes available for challenging decision denying benefits. Read More

Where do I file my human rights complaint?

[This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, which cannot be given without consideration of your individual circumstances.] If you have been treated differently by your employer because of your sex, disability, race, sexual orientation, or one of the other protected grounds of discrimination, you may want to consider filing a human rights complaint. One of the first questions you may have, in addition to... Read More

David Yazbeck Moderated Panel on Autism in the Workplace

On August 18, 2016, David Yazbeck moderated an audio conference for Lancaster House dealing with issues related to autism in the workplace, including how to counter stereotypes regarding autism spectrum disorders and how to accommodate individuals with autism spectrum disorders in their employment. More information about the audio conference is available here. Read More

RavenLaw Supports the Workers’ Bowl

On November 5, 2016, RavenLaw proudly supported the Workers’ Bowl, sending a team to the annual fundraiser for the Workers’ Action Centre, a Toronto-based organization that advocates for fair working conditions for vulnerable workers. The Workers’ Action Centre has a Workers’ Rights Info Line that workers can call for support, offers workshops on workers’ rights and is part of the campaign to raise the minimum wage to $15. The bowling... Read More

James Cameron to Present on Terminations Without Cause

On September 28, 2016, James Cameron will present at an Optimum Talent Lunch and Learn session titled “Has Terminating an Employee Without Cause Become More Difficult?”. The program will address the recent Supreme Court decision in Wilson v Atomic Energy as well as the proposed amendments to Ontario’s Employment Standard Act regarding the need for “cause” and the possibility of reinstatement for wrongfully terminated employees.  More information about the program... Read More

Federal Court of Appeal Affirms Tribunal Decision on Discrimination on the Basis of Disability in the Hiring Process

In a decision delivered from the bench on November 8, 2016, the Federal Court of Appeal affirmed a decision of the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal that Transport Canada discriminated against Chris Hughes in a job competition because he was a person with a mental health disability. After attending an oral interview, the hiring panel asked for oral references. Mr. Hughes told the chair of the hiring panel that it was... Read More

David Yazbeck Interviewed on Federal Human Rights Reform

David Yazbeck recently spoke with the Canadian Bar Association’s National magazine regarding reform of the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal. In his interview, David recommended an end to the federal system’s current two-step screening process for dealing with human rights complaints and the creation of a direct access model, like the one used in Ontario. He also commented on the importance of appointing members to the Tribunal who have expertise in... Read More

Morgan Rowe to Present at Council of Canadians with Disabilities Conference

On November 30, 2016, Morgan Rowe will present at the 2nd Annual Council of Canadians with Disabilities Conference. This year’s topic is “Strategies for Competent and Ethical Disability Law Advocacy.” Morgan will be presenting on issues related to inclusive legal services and accommodating clients with disabilities. CCD is a national human rights organization of people with disabilities working for an inclusive and accessible Canada. More information regarding the conference can... Read More

Congratulations to Nick Continelli, recipient of the 2015-2016 Raven, Cameron, Ballantyne & Yazbeck Prize in Human Rights Law

RavenLaw is pleased to congratulate University of Ottawa student Nick Continelli on being awarded the 2015-2016 Raven, Cameron, Ballantyne & Yazbeck Prize in Human Rights Law. The prize is awarded to the student who achieves the highest standing in the Human Rights Law in Canada course in the Common Law section. We congratulate Nick for this significant achievement!   Read More