Tag: Jennifer Shepherd

Charity Runs Afoul of Canada Revenue Agency

By Northern Exposure Apr 22, 2012 Northern Exposure

Updated: Apr 22, 2012

By Gulu Punia and Jennifer Shepherd Deciding to retain a contractor rather than an employee can be the right decision depending on the needs of a business. But there are risks. If a court determines that the relationship is in fact an employment relationship, the employer can be liable. Such was the case in M.A.P. […]

Security Company Failed to Protect One of Its Own Working Alone

By Northern Exposure Apr 11, 2011 Northern Exposure

Updated: Apr 11, 2011

By Jennifer Shepherd and Katie Clayton Do you have employees working alone? If so, you may be required to assess your workplace and take measures to reduce risks of possible harm to workers. Indeed, many Canadian provinces require such action. A recent Alberta case demonstrates the tragic outcome that can befall a worker if you […]

Accommodation Doesn’t Prevent Corporate Reorganization

By Northern Exposure Jan 31, 2011 Northern Exposure

Updated: Jan 31, 2011

By Jennifer Shepherd and Gulu Punia It’s a common question. A Canadian employer is restructuring and an absent employee is affected. Can the employer fire the employee if he or she is on disability or other leave? A recent Federal Court of Canada decision, Tutty v. MTS Allstream Inc., has confirmed that the answer is […]