Employment Law and Workplace Relations

This course introduces students to employment law and labour relations within the Canadian legal system. Students analyze the constitutional and legislative framework governing work in Canada, including employment standards, human rights protections, workplace health and safety, and the formation and enforceability of employment contracts. The course also explores collective bargaining and dispute resolution in both unionized and non-unionized environments. Emphasis is placed on analyzing workplace issues, critically evaluating organizational risk, and assessing emerging trends that influence employment and labour law in Canada.