Employment and Labour Law

The largest labour organization in Canada, the CLC brings together national and international unions, provincial and territorial federations of labour, and community-based labour councils.

The Labour Program is responsible for protecting the rights and well-being of both workers and employers in federally regulated workplaces. They work closely with provincial and territorial governments, unions, employers, international partners, and other stakeholders to promote fair, safe and productive workplaces, and collaborative workplace relations. The website provides publications and reports, tribunal decisions, acts and legislation, and more.

Provides labour news from across Canada and worldwide.

Lancaster House Publishing is a leader in providing thoroughly researched information on labour, employment, and human rights law. Their mandate is to serve the needs of employees, employers, professional organizations, unions, management, and labour and employment law practitioners. Their website provides news and articles on labour, and employment law in Canada.

The Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration helps people prepare for job opportunities and build the skills they need. They promote safe work environments and help employers and employees know their rights and responsibilities. They provide information about programs, employment rights, and unionized workplaces in Nova Scotia.

The Labour Board is an independent adjudicative body established under the Labour Board Act. The Board is responsible for the fair and efficient administration and adjudication of responsibilities assigned to it under the Labour Board Act and sections of other Acts and Regulations. Their website provides board decisions, legislation, and reports on labour law in Nova Scotia.

The Workers’ Compensation Board of Nova Scotia (WCB) is the province’s provider of workplace injury insurance. They inform and inspire Nova Scotians in the prevention of workplace injury, but when it occurs, they support those whose lives it touches, fostering a timely and safe return to work. They also provide caring, compassionate support in the wake of workplace tragedy. Their website provides reports, news, and workplace resources to educate readers on workplace safety.