Wassim Garzouzi Presents on Family Status

On February 13, 2015, Wassim Garzouzi spoke at the Network of Persons with Disabilities, organised by Reach Canada on the topic of “Duty to accommodate: Family Status.” The bilingual event was attended by over 250 participants from across the country. Reach Canada has offered lawyer referrals and public education for individuals living with disabilities since 1981. Our firm is a long-term, proud supporter of REACH and its mission to improve the... Read More

RavenLaw Congratulates CARFAC/RAAV Members on First Labour Agreement!

On February 23 and 24, 2015, artists across Canada overwhelmingly voted to ratify Canada’s first scale agreement for visual artists at the National Gallery of Canada. As the Canadian Artists’ Representation/Le Front des artistes canadiens (CARFAC), explains Major gains have been advanced for artists through this agreement, which sets out mandatory minimum fees and working conditions offered to artists by the gallery. Artists remain free to negotiate above these minimums,... Read More

Expanded opportunities for recovery under the Employment Standards Act take effect

On November 20, 2014, the Stronger Workplaces for a Stronger Economy Act, 2014 (formerly Bill 18), received royal assent in Ontario, but some of the enacted changes to the Employment Standards Act were delayed coming into force. Tomorrow, February 20, 2015, important changes to employment law legislation will take effect. Elimination of the $10,000 cap on recovery for unpaid wages Previously, there was a $10,000 maximum cap on orders for... Read More

David Yazbeck to Speak on Whistleblowing

David Yazbeck has been confirmed as a speaker for Funding Democracy, an international summit being held in Ottawa on June 16 – 17, 2015. The event will bring together some of the brightest, most progressive minds from around the world to discuss issues of austerity, tax reform and funding public services. The summit is designed to unite workers, employers and industry representatives from across the world to find practical, achievable... Read More

Job Postings Must Be Accessible: Arbitrator

On February 11, 2015, Arbitrator Randi Abramsky issued a decision interpreting the job posting provisions under the central agreement between Ontario Hospitals and the Ontario Council of Hospital Unions/CUPE. Specifically, Arbitrator Abramsky found that postings, whether electronic or paper, must be accessible to ensure that the purpose of these provisions – which is to ensure that Unions and employees are aware of available bargaining unit openings so they may apply... Read More

Kim Patenaude Presents on the Respectful Workplace

On March 3, 2015, Kim Patenaude presented a workshop at Industry Canada on “The Respectful Workplace”.  The bilingual workshop was organized by Reach Canada and attended by over 30 employees in the National Capital Region. Reach Canada has offered lawyer referrals and public education for individuals living with disabilities since 1981. Our firm is a long-term, proud supporter of REACH and its mission to improve the quality of life for... Read More

Congratulations to Jacob Saltiel, the 2015 Raven, Cameron, Ballantyne & Yazbeck Human Rights/Social Justice Intern

The partners of Raven, Cameron, Ballantyne & Yazbeck are pleased to announce the selection of the successful 2015 Raven, Cameron, Ballantyne & Yazbeck Human Rights/Social Justice Internship candidate, Jacob Saltiel. Jacob is in his second year of studies at the University of Ottawa, Faculty of Law. Jacob has had excellent experience in Access to Justice issues as well as issues concerning refugee rights. He currently serves as Vice-Chair of the... Read More

Ottawa Labour Celebrates International Women’s Day

On Sunday, March 8, 2015, the Ottawa and District Labour Council hosted its annual International Women’s Day Dinner. The sold out event was attended by community and labour activists who gathered to celebrate and reflect on women’s roles in both the labour movement and the workplace. Keynote speaker, Cindy Oliver, President of the Federation of Post-Secondary Educators of British Columbia, gave a rousing presentation on the importance of ensuring that... Read More

Morgan Rowe Presents on Accommodation and Inclusion Issues

On February 23, 2015, Morgan Rowe spoke to the University of Ottawa Law School’s disability law class about issues related to accommodation and inclusion facing young Canadians with disabilities. Morgan’s presentation focused on disability accommodation issues in employment, education and transportation. The presentation also involved discussion of the findings of the study outlined in Morgan’s book, Exploring Disability Identity and Disability Rights Through Narratives, which was co-authored with University of... Read More

Morgan Rowe Presents on Legal Issues Facing the Trans* Community

On March 12, 2015, Morgan Rowe spoke on a panel addressing key and emerging legal issues facing the trans* community. The panel was organized and hosted by OUTLaw, the LGBTQ Law Students’ Association at the University of Ottawa. Morgan spoke on trans* legal issues in the workplace, including discrimination in hiring and termination, workplace harassment, and the problems that arise from a medicalized approach to the duty to accommodate.   Read More