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According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, around 17% or 800,000 British Columbians experience mental issues, including depression. Yet, the stigma around depression is still distinctly prevalent – especially in the workplace. Unfortunately, depression can end up severely impacting how your employees perform at work. So what can employers do to better handle depression and

Maternity leave is a time for new mothers to spend with their newborn and get out of the office. But it can also be stressful if you’re not aware of your rights as an employee while on maternity leave. The BC Employment Standards Act sets out a number of rights for employees in the province.

Planning to add a member to your family is an exciting time. Understanding whether and how this decision impacts your employment may help you feel more confident in your planning. Here’s what you need to know. Parental leave is protected under the BC Employment Standards Act. Pregnant folks should not be terminated, or treated unfairly/unequally,

The Horgan government has established paid sick leave for employees in B.C. taking effect January 1, 2022. This move makes British Columbia the first province in Canada to provide paid sick days to employees. The Horgan government has explained this move as an effort to assist employees in B.C. so that they can stay home

Under section 50 of the British Columbia Employment Standards Act, the law that protects workers in BC, all new parents are authorized to take time off work when having a baby or adopting a child. Before taking this time off, you must understand what type of leave you qualify to take, how long you’re allowed

Unfortunately, certain events in your personal life could necessitate taking an extended leave of absence from your employment. According to the British Columbia Employment Standards Act, employees are permitted to take a leave of absence for specific reasons. Here’s what you need to know about your workplace rights regarding taking a leave of absence. Leave