January 23, 2012

Major Projects: Developing a Labour Strategy to Control Risk

A significant cost of any major project is the labour component. Labour shortages, lower productivity, escalating costs and potential disruption by labour unrest can all increase financial risks. A labour strategy, designed to minimize risks and attract a competent and productive work force, can ensure that the project is done right the first time, on time, safely and within budget.

January 23, 2012

Constructive Dismissal: A Tough Call for Employees

Constructive dismissals are something that most employers are aware of, but many may not be aware that constructive dismissals are in fact very difficult cases for employees to win. This is illustrated by a recent case out of Nova Scotia, Gillis v. Sobeys Group Incorporated 2011 NSSC 443.

Drug and Alcohol Testing at the Worksite

It is important to know the law around drug and alcohol testing. The main concern is human rights law.

Canada’s New Not-for-Profit Corporations Act

Is your organization a Not-For-Profit (NFP) corporation created under Part II of the Canada Corporations Act (Canada)?

If so, it needs to transition to the new Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act (the NFP Act) or Corporations Canada will dissolve your NFP. NFPs have until October 18, 2014 to transition under the NFP Act.

December 19, 2011

How to Craft an Enforceable Non-solicitation Clause

While restrictive covenants are one of the most discussed subjects in labour and employment law, recent court decisions illustrate the reluctance of Canadian courts to enforce restrictive covenants that are more than what is reasonably necessary to protect the employer’s interests.

December 19, 2011

Nova Scotia Legislative Report – Fall Sitting Dec 16, 2011

The fall sitting of the 3rd session of the 61st General Assembly of the Nova Scotia Legislature began on October 31, 2011 and rose on Thursday, December 15, 2011. 40 Government Bills, 27 Private Member’s Bills and 4 Private and Local Bills have been introduced during this sitting of the House of Assembly.

December 12, 2011

Nova Scotia Legislative Report – Fall Sitting Dec 9, 2011

The fall sitting of the 3rd session of the 61st General Assembly of the Nova Scotia Legislature began on October 31, 2011. As of December 9th, 39 Government Bills, 26 Private Members Bills and 4 Private and Local Bills have been introduced during this sitting of the House of Assembly.

December 5, 2011

Nova Scotia Legislative Report – Fall Sitting Dec 2, 2011

The fall sitting of the 3rd session of the 61st General Assembly of the Nova Scotia Legislature began on October 31, 2011. As of December 2nd, 36 Government Bills, 23 Private Members Bills and 2 Private and Local Bills have been introduced during this sitting of the House of Assembly.

November 30, 2011

A Modern Approach: Newfoundland and Labrador’s New Condominium Act

In 2008, the Department of Government Services, Newfoundland and Labrador, initiated a review of the Condominium Act (the “Old Act). The purpose of the review was to seek additional protection for condominium buyers and owners, improve the operation of condominium corporations and introduce new types of condominium corporations.

November 28, 2011

Nova Scotia Legislative Report – Fall Sitting Nov 25, 2011

The fall sitting of the 3rd session of the 61st General Assembly of the Nova Scotia Legislature began on October 31, 2011. As of November 25th, 26 Government Bills, 22 Private Members Bills and 2 Private and Local Bills have been introduced during this sitting of the House of Assembly.