Author: Jessica Vliegenthart
If experience is the teacher of all things, then Jessica’s path through life has certainly been an education. A passionate advocate in both her professional and personal lives, Jessica brings…
In British Columbia, we have three categories of workers: employees, independent contractors and dependent contractors. Employers often do not, but should, understand the legal concept of a dependent contractor. Complications…
It is common for employers to terminate a new employee during a probationary period when there is a bleak outlook on the employee’s performance. However, probationary employees cannot be terminated…
Creating an employee handbook can appear daunting to employers. Some may start with few, if any, written policies, while others may have adopted distinct policies without considering their integration into…
Crafting effective hiring strategies is paramount for businesses aiming to recruit top talent, foster a productive workforce, and prevent litigation and disputes from the outset. Here are some best practices…
Over the past few years, B.C. Human Rights Tribunal has seen a drastic spike in claims of discrimination. The tribunal is currently so backlogged that employers may only notified by…
Does your business use marketing materials with photos of current or previous employees? If yes, you should ensure you have proper authorization from those employees. It’s definitely easier to ask…
Canada Labour Code Changes May Affect Your Employment Contracts Federally regulated employers should pay attention to the new amendments to the Canada Labour Code (the “Code”) taking effect February 1,…