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BC Harassment Investigation Ruling: Lessons from City Realty Ltd v Maxwell Personal Real Estate Corporation
When workplace concerns go unanswered, the legal consequences can extend far beyond morale issues. A recent decision from the BC...
Five Employment Law Situations Where You Should Have Called a Lawyer Yesterday
There's a pattern we see with employers, and it's almost universal. An HR manager or business owner runs into a tricky...
BC Minimum Wage 2026: New Rates Effective June 1
As of June 1, 2026, the general minimum wage in British Columbia is $18.25 per hour, up from $17.85 in...
How Many Weeks and Working Days Are in 2025
Understanding how many weeks and working days are in a year is essential for both employees and employers. Whether you...
Pressured to Sign a Full and Final Release? What Have You Just Given Up?!
When your employment ends, your employer will often ask you to sign a full and final release. This document is...
The HRTO Process: 8 Steps Explained
Overview The 8 Steps FAQ A Guide by Achkar Law The HRTO Process, Step by Step. From filing an...
Family Status Accommodation Ontario | Employee Rights & Duty to Accommodate
Family Status Accommodation in Ontario: Employee Rights and the Duty to Accommodate Balancing work and caregiving responsibilities can be challenging. In...
Microaggressions in the Workplace Explained
In the modern workplace, fostering an environment that respects and values diversity is more important than ever. Even in the...
Family Status Discrimination? It is Real.
Family status discrimination in Ontario occurs when a person is treated unfairly at work because of their caregiving responsibilities, such...
Human Rights Settlement Amounts in Ontario: HRTO Compensation Ranges & Examples
Human Rights Tribunal Settlement Amounts in Ontario: What You Can Expect In Ontario, Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (HRTO) settlement amounts...
Workplace Retaliation and Reprisal in Ontario: Are You Being Punished at Work?
Employees sometimes face negative consequences after raising concerns at work. An employee may report harassment, request overtime pay, or refuse...
What Is the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (HRTO)?
The Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (HRTO) is an independent tribunal that hears and decides human rights complaints in Ontario....