Ontario Proposes Increase to Injured Workers' Benefits
The Ontario government is proposing to raise income-replacement benefits for injured workers from 85% to 95% of take-home pay, marking the first increase in nearly three decades.
The Ontario government is proposing to raise income-replacement benefits for injured workers from 85% to 95% of take-home pay, marking the first increase in nearly three decades.
Canada's Minister of Jobs advocates for youth to enter skilled trades, addressing generational biases and highlighting career opportunities in carpentry and other fields.
The Ontario government announces significant enhancements to injured worker benefits, including increased compensation and extended coverage for workers beyond the age of 65, aiming to improve support systems.
Canada's two largest public service unions have launched policy grievances against the government's early retirement incentive, arguing it undermines collective agreements and raids pension funds.
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RecommendedApproximately 2,200 workers from 22 long-term care facilities in Nova Scotia have initiated a strike this morning, demanding improved wages and working conditions amid ongoing labor disputes.
A public servant asks what happens when a workforce adjustment notice arrives during sick leave. Expert Daniel Quan-Watson explains the 120-day opting period, default options, and crucial steps to take.
More than 2,200 employees across 22 long-term care facilities in Nova Scotia are preparing for a strike, highlighting ongoing labor disputes in the healthcare sector.
The Vereinigung Cockpit union has called a two-day strike for Lufthansa pilots, demanding better pay and working conditions. The industrial action is expected to cause significant flight cancellations and disruptions across Germany's major airports.
The Saskatchewan government has announced the re-establishment of a labour relations advisory committee, bringing together business and labour stakeholders to address workplace safety and employment standards.
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RecommendedAround 80 Alouette Bus Lines drivers in West Nipissing remain on strike after rejecting the company's latest contract offer, halting services since February 23.
A recent survey highlights that numerous Canadian employees are working over six unpaid hours each week, raising concerns about work-life balance and compensation practices across the nation.
Hotel housekeepers share their biggest gripes and the things they'd never do as guests after working in the industry, from skipping daily cleaning to forgetting tips.
A new study finds 33% of Canadian employees work six or more unpaid hours per week, highlighting widespread unpaid overtime in the workforce.
London's unemployment rate surged last month, becoming the highest in the country, with experts calling the trend 'very, very concerning' for the local economy and workforce.
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RecommendedAround 80 bus drivers in West Nipissing have rejected a contract offer from Alouette Bus Lines, continuing a strike that began in February 2026 over labor disputes.
A career fair and skills competition in Cape Breton on April 10, 2026, seeks to address the critical need for skilled trades workers in the region, highlighting local opportunities and training.
An audit reveals the city spent nearly $21.9 million on overtime in 2025 to cover over 518,000 lost work hours due to short-term disability claims, with internal issues compounding costs.
A Quebec labor tribunal has stepped in to address the ongoing protest by Urgences-Santé paramedics, highlighting critical issues in emergency medical services and labor relations in the province.
Economists describe Canada's labor market as 'frozen' following a disappointing rebound in job numbers, with concerns over economic stagnation and policy impacts.
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RecommendedLong-term care workers in Nova Scotia held rallies across the province as they prepare for a planned strike, highlighting ongoing labor disputes in the healthcare sector.
Maple Leaf Foods confirms an employee's death at its London, Ontario plant, prompting investigations by multiple authorities during an incredibly difficult time for the company and community.
Ontario NDP Leader Marit Stiles and Unifor Local 195 president Emile Nabbout call on the Ford government to intervene in the Titan Tool lockout, now over 240 days, and pass legislation to resolve the labor dispute.
A growing online movement advocates 'malicious compliance' as a creative resistance against bad bosses. Experts explain how to use it defensively without backfiring.
Three sidelined PSAC component executives have filed an urgent Ontario court appeal seeking reinstatement of union membership to regain jobs and eligibility to run in upcoming union elections, alleging democratic suppression.
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RecommendedA public service union claims federal employees' medical requests to work from home are being systematically denied, raising concerns about workplace accommodations.
Rideshare drivers across Canada are reporting significantly weaker profits due to soaring fuel prices and increased operational expenses, with many resorting to food banks to make ends meet.
The Nova Scotia Department of Labour is investigating a workplace fatality in Glenmont, underscoring ongoing safety concerns in industrial settings across the province.
Ontario Labour Minister David Piccini urges provinces to adopt unified safety and training standards to enhance workforce mobility and support federal nation-building projects.
A crucial hearing date has been scheduled for Titan Tool employees in Windsor, Ontario, as labor tensions escalate. The proceedings will address unresolved workplace issues affecting the local manufacturing workforce.
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RecommendedCanadian employers avoiding formal terminations by gradually sidelining employees may face constructive dismissal lawsuits with worse legal consequences than straightforward dismissals.