AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFederal Equal Pay Update: New equal pay provisions under the Canada Labour Code take effect Oct. 20, 2026, requiring federally regulated employers to pay employees doing substantially similar work the same wage, regardless of employment status (like full-time vs. part-time). Workforce Planning for Youth: Algoma Workforce Investment Corp. (AWIC) is launching a youth survey for ages 15–29 to map career interests, barriers, and training needs as local employers face shortages and an aging workforce. Parks Canada Job Cuts: Parks Canada has notified staff of impending job cuts tied to an expenditure review, adding pressure to federal HR planning and staffing. Labour Rights in the Spotlight: A UK “Hugh’s law” consultation would create paid carer’s leave and a right to return to work for parents of seriously ill children—an example Canada employers may watch as caregiving rights gain momentum. Border and Hiring Risk: A Somali World Cup referee was denied entry to the U.S. over “vetting concerns,” a reminder that travel and compliance checks can disrupt staffing plans for major events. Unions: Unifor members at the Fairmont Empress ratified a new four-year contract with wage gains and expanded mental health benefits.
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