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Thursday, February 1, 2024 8:30 AM
An independent panel has been appointed to review and provide recommendations for potential amendments to the Labour Relations Code (LRC).
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Friday, April 28, 2023 7:30 AM
Premier David Eby and Harry Bains, Minister of Labour, have issued the following statement in recognition of the National Day of Mourning:
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Wednesday, December 28, 2022 9:00 AM
New regulations on the types of work that are not suitable for young workers take effect on Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023.
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Tuesday, October 11, 2022 9:30 AM
Changes to employment standards will better protect young people by outlining the types of work that are suitable for those aged 16 to 18.
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Thursday, July 28, 2022 1:00 PM
Government has received a report on successorship when timber harvesting rights are transferred.
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Thursday, April 21, 2022 9:00 AM
British Columbians are invited to provide feedback on what types of work are too hazardous to be done by youth under age 16, and in some cases, under 19.
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Wednesday, November 17, 2021 12:20 PM
A new commission will provide advice on strengthening the long-term stability of jobs and economic recovery in B.C.’s forestry industry.
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Thursday, August 19, 2021 4:45 PM
After helping more than 1,000 forestry workers transition to retirement, the Bridging to Retirement Program is coming to a close.
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Wednesday, June 2, 2021 12:15 PM
Workplaces in B.C. will soon be more inclusive for people who wear religious head coverings without compromising workplace safety, thanks to changes WorkSafeBC is making to B.C.’s Occupational Health and Safety Regulation on safety headgear.
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Friday, May 14, 2021 3:30 PM
Since 2019, the Bridging to Retirement Program has been a high-demand, crucial support for displaced forestry workers in the Interior, especially as it came as the industry was facing downturns and hard times.
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