Publications

March 1, 2006

Absenteeism and the obligation to accommodate: When the employer is required to consider the measures recommended by the medical experts

In a judgment rendered on February 7, 2006, the Quebec Court of Appeal reiterated the obligations of the employer and the employee to play a role in seeking a reasonable accommodation. In cases where a collective agreement exists, the union has the same obligation.More specifically, the Court of (…)

January 1, 2006

The new Quebec Parental Insurance Plan: What should you know?

The new Quebec Parental Insurance Plan: What should you know?

January 1, 2006

Psychological Harassment in the Workplace: What's New?

Since June 1, 2004, the Labour Standards Act (hereinafter the "L.S.A.") requires employers to provide a work environment free from psychological harassment. Thus, employers must, as a first step, take reasonable measures to prevent psychological harassment and then, whenever they become (…)

June 1, 2005

An Arbitrator Rules On the Validity of an Alcohol Consumption and Drug Use Policy

An Arbitrator Rules On the Validity of an Alcohol Consumption and Drug Use Policy

May 1, 2004

Guidelines on the Role of Experts: the Commission des lésions professionnelles Takes Action!

Guidelines on the Role of Experts: the Commission des lésions professionnelles Takes Action!

April 1, 2004

Countdown to Implementation of Legislation on Psychological Harassment in the Workplace

Countdown to Implementation of Legislation on Psychological Harassment in the Workplace

March 1, 2004

Bill C-45 and Safety in the Workplace: What You Should Know!

Bill C-45 and Safety in the Workplace: What You Should Know!

January 1, 2004

Maintenance and Repair Work on a Building: Are You Subject to the Rules Governing the Construction Industry?

Maintenance and Repair Work on a Building: Are You Subject to the Rules Governing the Construction Industry?

January 1, 2004

Section 45 of the Labour Code and the Transfer of Part of the Operation of an Undertaking: The New Provisions Come Into Force on February 1, 2004!

Section 45 of the Labour Code and the Transfer of Part of the Operation of an Undertaking: The New Provisions Come Into Force on February 1, 2004!

November 1, 2003

Section 45 of the Labour Code and the Transfert of Part of the Operation of an Undertaking (Bill 31)

Section 45 of the Labour Code and the Transfert of Part of the Operation of an Undertaking (Bill 31)

March 1, 2003

The Commission des relations du travail: A New Beginning!

The Commission des relations du travail: A New Beginning!

February 1, 2003

Major Reform

Major Reform

August 1, 2002

The New Commission des relations du travail Soon in Operation

The New Commission des relations du travail Soon in Operation