The Gender Pay Gap is Real – It’s Time for Change!
The Proactive Pay Equity Act – It’s Coming. It’s Overdue. Lead the Way. In October 2018, the Government of Canada announced a Proactive Pay Equity Act for federally regulated employers. While it hasn’t yet come into effect (and no dateMore >
Have You Registered for the Employer Health Care Tax?
The BC Employer Health Care Tax is in effect – Do you know how it applies to your organization? As you may know, Medical Services Plan (MSP) premiums are slated to be eliminated, effective January 1, 2020. Given the impactMore >
Is Your Handbook Achieving What it Should?
Much has changed in employment legislation, and likely, so have your practices… has your handbook kept up? As 2018 rolls into the final stretch, think back over the last year. How much change did your organization undergo, either strategically orMore >
Legalization of Cannabis in Canada… How to Identify and Address Use
Cannabis legalization in Canada is just one day away. Last week, we outlined the respective rights and obligations of both employees and employers, in addition to key policy points. This week, we discuss how to identify and address employees whoMore >
Legalization of Cannabis in Canada… Are you still behind the smokescreen?
Recreational use of cannabis becomes legal across Canada on October 17, 2018. What that means for workplaces may or may not have a significant impact on yours. Whether you’re concerned or not, based on the numbers outlined below, we encourageMore >
2018 Employee Handbook Updates
When was your employee handbook last updated? In this short video presentation, Cori shares some tips on what you should consider during your next handbook review. Need assistance updating your handbook? Call or email us at 604.488.8885 or cori@jouta.com. Please note thatMore >
Minimum wage increase in Canada
This article was reprinted with permission from Northern Exposure, a blog written by lawyers in the Labour, Employment and Human Rights Group at the law firm of Fasken Martineau and produced in conjunction with HRHero.com. You can read more NorthernMore >
Employee Solicitation – Do You Have Any Recourse?
This article was reprinted with permission from Northern Exposure, a blog written by lawyers in the Labour, Employment and Human Rights Group at the law firm of Fasken Martineau and produced in conjunction with HRHero.com. You can read more NorthernMore >
More Rigorous Regime for Employers of Temporary Foreign Workers
Republished with the permission of Fasken Martineau Labour, Employment and Human Rights Bulletin – Feb. 26, 2014. There have been many changes to Canada’s immigration program in the past year. So many, in fact, that it has been hard to keepMore >
Bullying and Harassment in the Workplace – A Snapshot
In December 2013 and again in February 2014, we worked with the BC Human Resources Management Association (BCHRMA) to provide webinars to HR professionals across all industries. During those 2 sessions, we asked participants questions about how their organizations areMore >