discrimination in employment

Landmark Human Rights Award: Francis v. BC Ministry of Justice (No. 5)

February 23, 2021
Susan Kootnekoff
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The BC Human Rights Tribunal recently awarded its highest injury to dignity award yet. The recipient was an employee who experienced race-related discrimination at work. The case was heard in two stages. First, the Tribunal decided if discrimination had occurred. In July,...

Romance at Work

February 12, 2020
Susan Kootnekoff
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A noticeable number of people have met their soul mate at work. Some may say there can never be enough love in this world. Becoming romantically involved with someone you work with is not illegal. However, some workplace relationships are inherently problematic. This...