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685: Breaking Down the Fine Print: Hot Issues in Canadian Employment Contracts
August 6, 2025
On today's episode, we discuss the hot issues in Canada when it comes to courts interpreting employment contracts, as well as particular decisions that listeners should be aware of. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide.
Host: Mark Alward (email) (Taylor McCaffrey LLP / Manitoba)
Guest Speaker: Nancy F. Barteaux, K.C. (email) (Barteaux Labour and Employment Lawyers / Atlantic Canada)
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