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New equal treatment rules under the Canada Labour Code take effect on October 20, 2026, adding another consideration for federally regulated employers managing pay equity obligations. This Federal Post examines where the two regimes may intersect and outlines the questions employers should consider when reviewing wage rates, job classifications, and employment-status distinctions.

The federal government has extended several temporary Employment Insurance (EI) relief measures into 2027 and introduced a new measure affecting claimants who return to insurable employment following a previous disqualification. In our latest FTR Now, these regulatory changes and what they mean for EI eligibility are reviewed.

Many issues are impacting employers’ WSIB claims costs, including unsuccessful return-to-work efforts, complicated injuries, psychological conditions, pre-existing conditions, and a lack of monitoring and progress. This workshop will provide a detailed overview of the life of a WSIB claim, along with strategies to better manage these challenging issues.