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In an effort to address gaps in eligibility for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (“CERB”), the federal government has modified the eligibility requirements. Individuals earning ... Continued
The BC Office of the Human Rights Commissioner recently released two publications that deal with COVID-19 issues relating to employment. One is a statement from ... Continued
Note: The federal government has made further changes to the Canadian Emergency Wage Subsidy. You can find our latest coverage of the topic here. While ... Continued
The Ministerial Order made on April 2, 2020 provides some clarity for employers carrying on essential businesses who have employees who are refusing to work ... Continued
Note: On July 13, 2020, the federal government announced an extension of the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy Program until December, 2020. You can find our ... Continued
We recently advised you here that the federal government increased the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy for businesses struggling due to COVID-19 from up to 10% ... Continued
Note: On June 25, 2020, the BC Government extended the temporary layoff period to a maximum of 24 weeks. You can find our latest coverage ... Continued
Note: The federal government has since made further changes to the Canadian Emergency Wage Subsidy. You can find our latest coverage of the topic here. ... Continued
Note: On June 16, 2020 the federal government extended the Canadian Emergency Response Benefit to a maximum of 24 weeks. You can find our latest ... Continued
In an emergency session of the Legislature, the government of British Columbia has passed legislation for job-protected leave for workers required to self-isolate during the ... Continued
Note: This article is out of date. The federal and provincial governments have since taken multiple steps to support Canadian businesses and their employees, including ... Continued
This afternoon the BC government announced its “BC COVID-19 Action Plan.” As part of its $5B package, the government is allotting $1.1B to provide relief ... Continued