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November 28, 2023

Canadian HR Reporter published an online article by Minken Employment Lawyers: “Ottawa bans replacement workers during municipal worker strikes”.

Banning the Use of Replacement Workers During Strikes

October 24, 2023

In a significant development for labour rights in Canada, the City of Ottawa has taken a step by banning replacement workers during strikes.

Employment Law and Labour Law – What’s the Difference?

April 1, 2011

What are the basic differences between employment and labour law in Canada?

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"Minken Employment Lawyers has assisted Canadian branch with grievances and labour issues, advising us with respect to our Collective Agreement, drafting employment contracts and advising with respect to ensuring the employment contracts will be upheld in Court, advising and strategizing with respect to terminations and exit packages, as well as various policies and practices relating to employee matters both locally and abroad.”

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Executive Termination Settlement avoiding Litigation
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International Charity (Non-for-Profit) Organization with Unionized and Non-Unionized employees
Minken Employment Lawyers has assisted Canadian branch with grievances and labour issues, advising us with respect to our Collective Agreement, drafting employment contracts and advising with respect to ensuring the employment contracts will be upheld in Court, advising and strategizing with respect to terminations and exit packages, as well as various policies and practices relating to employee matters both locally and abroad.”

Canadian HR Reporter: Ottawa bans replacement workers during municipal worker strikes

Banning the Use of Replacement Workers During Strikes

Employment Law and Labour Law – What’s the Difference?