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Human rights complaints and accusations of discrimination can be some of the most complex issues employers face. How an employer initially responds can have significant reputational, cultural, and legal implications. Navigating the BC Human Rights Tribunal process poses its own unique challenges. With the stakes this high, organizations must be prepared. This Foundations Seminar provides a comprehensive overview of the human rights process an...continued

In this introductory seminar, Harris lawyers Nicole Toye and Debbie Preston will provide you with the knowledge you need to create and implement effective employment contracts.By the end of the seminar, you will learn: The elements of a binding contract- offer, acceptance, consideration and certainty The various forms of employment contracts, including indefinite and fixed term Key terms in employment contracts including termination cl...continued

Unless effectively managed, employee absenteeism can result in lost productivity, decreased employee morale and detract from an organization’s ability to achieve its objectives. This seminar will provide employers with the tools needed to identify and address the most challenging issues related to attendance management regardless of whether an employee’s absenteeism is ongoing or sporadic, including: Assessing whether absenteeism is culpable or ...continued