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=='''Greetings!'''== | =='''Greetings!'''== | ||
<big>Welcome to the Canada Labour Open House 2024! This event brings together the entire Canada Labour Program to connect, share, and discuss key insights on work-related topics. Throughout these sessions, we’ll delve into critical themes like health, safety, and labour standards, spanning our diverse regions—Atlantic, Quebec, Ontario, Central, and North West Pacific.</big> | <big>Welcome to the Canada Labour Open House 2024! This event brings together the entire Canada Labour Program to connect, share, and discuss key insights on work-related topics. Throughout these sessions, we’ll delve into critical themes like health, safety, and labour standards, spanning our diverse regions—Atlantic, Quebec, Ontario, Central, and North West Pacific.</big> | ||
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<big>Join us as we learn from each other, exchange ideas, and celebrate our collective commitment to enhancing workplaces across the country. Let’s make this a time of inspiration, collaboration, and progress!</big> | <big>Join us as we learn from each other, exchange ideas, and celebrate our collective commitment to enhancing workplaces across the country. Let’s make this a time of inspiration, collaboration, and progress!</big> | ||
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<big>Dive into three dynamic afternoons of learning and collaboration at the Canada Labour Programs Open House 2024! This event features a diverse lineup of expert speakers and panel discussions covering critical topics within the Labour Program. From the latest in health and safety regulations to emerging trends in labour standards and innovative practices, each session is designed to inform, inspire, and equip you with valuable insights.</big> | <big>Dive into three dynamic afternoons of learning and collaboration at the Canada Labour Programs Open House 2024! This event features a diverse lineup of expert speakers and panel discussions covering critical topics within the Labour Program. From the latest in health and safety regulations to emerging trends in labour standards and innovative practices, each session is designed to inform, inspire, and equip you with valuable insights.</big> | ||
| + | <big>Whether you’re looking to deepen your knowledge, connect with colleagues, or explore new perspectives, this event offers something for everyone. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with thought leaders and gain practical takeaways to enhance your workplace with the Canada Labour Program.</big> | ||
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| + | =='''How to Join the Sessions'''== | ||
| + | To participate in a session on **Day 1**, simply **click on the topic title** in the schedule below. You will be redirected to the MS Teams room where the event is taking place. Please ensure you have MS Teams installed and set up on your device before the event begins. | ||
| − | + | If you encounter any issues joining a session, please contact the event support team at [support@example.com](mailto:support@example.com) or call **1-800-123-4567**. | |
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==<small>'''Day 1 - Tuesday, October 22, 2024'''</small>== | ==<small>'''Day 1 - Tuesday, October 22, 2024'''</small>== | ||
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| style="text-align:center;" rowspan="5" | 2:30 | | style="text-align:center;" rowspan="5" | 2:30 | ||
| − | | style="text-align:center;" | Land Acknowledgement | + | | style="text-align:center;" | [MS_TEAMS_URL_FOR_LAND_ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Land Acknowledgement] |
| style="text-align:center;" | <!-- Presenter name (if any) --> | | style="text-align:center;" | <!-- Presenter name (if any) --> | ||
| Acknowledging the traditional lands on which the event is taking place and recognizing the importance of this practice in fostering respect and reconciliation. | | Acknowledging the traditional lands on which the event is taking place and recognizing the importance of this practice in fostering respect and reconciliation. | ||
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| style="text-align:center;" | <!-- Video Icon (if any) --> | | style="text-align:center;" | <!-- Video Icon (if any) --> | ||
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| − | | style="text-align:center;" | Minister Opening Remarks | + | | style="text-align:center;" | [MS_TEAMS_URL_FOR_MINISTER_REMARKS Minister Opening Remarks] |
| style="text-align:center;" | The Honourable Steven MacKinnon | | style="text-align:center;" | The Honourable Steven MacKinnon | ||
| Welcome and opening remarks to set the stage for this event. | | Welcome and opening remarks to set the stage for this event. | ||
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| style="text-align:center;" | [[File:Video Download.png|20px|alt=Video Icon|link=DOWNLOAD_URL_FOR_MINISTER_VIDEO]] | | style="text-align:center;" | [[File:Video Download.png|20px|alt=Video Icon|link=DOWNLOAD_URL_FOR_MINISTER_VIDEO]] | ||
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| − | | style="text-align:center;" | Keynote Speaker | + | | style="text-align:center;" | [MS_TEAMS_URL_FOR_KEYNOTE_SPEAKER Keynote Speaker] |
| style="text-align:center;" | Guy Freedman | | style="text-align:center;" | Guy Freedman | ||
| A keynote address focusing on Reconciliation for Federally Regulated Employers, offering insights and inspiration for participants. | | A keynote address focusing on Reconciliation for Federally Regulated Employers, offering insights and inspiration for participants. | ||
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| style="text-align:center;" | [[File:Video Download.png|20px|alt=Video Icon|link=DOWNLOAD_URL_FOR_KEYNOTE_VIDEO]] | | style="text-align:center;" | [[File:Video Download.png|20px|alt=Video Icon|link=DOWNLOAD_URL_FOR_KEYNOTE_VIDEO]] | ||
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| − | | style="text-align:center;" | MS Teams Etiquette and Overview | + | | style="text-align:center;" | [MS_TEAMS_URL_FOR_TEAMS_ETIQUETTE MS Teams Etiquette and Overview] |
| style="text-align:center;" | Richard Fice | | style="text-align:center;" | Richard Fice | ||
| A brief but essential tutorial on using MS Teams to ensure participants can navigate the virtual platform effectively throughout the event. | | A brief but essential tutorial on using MS Teams to ensure participants can navigate the virtual platform effectively throughout the event. | ||
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| − | | style="text-align:center;" | Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) – Psychological Safety | + | | style="text-align:center;" | [MS_TEAMS_URL_FOR_CCOHS_PSYCHOLOGICAL_SAFETY Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) – Psychological Safety] |
| style="text-align:center;" | Jan Chappel | | style="text-align:center;" | Jan Chappel | ||
| Presented by CCOHS: A deep dive into psychological safety in the workplace, covering best practices, benefits, and how to cultivate a culture where employees feel safe to speak up and take risks. | | Presented by CCOHS: A deep dive into psychological safety in the workplace, covering best practices, benefits, and how to cultivate a culture where employees feel safe to speak up and take risks. | ||
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| style="text-align:center;" | 3:30 | | style="text-align:center;" | 3:30 | ||
| − | | style="text-align:center;" | How to Prepare for an Occupational Health and Safety Inspection | + | | style="text-align:center;" | [MS_TEAMS_URL_FOR_OHS_INSPECTION How to Prepare for an Occupational Health and Safety Inspection] |
| style="text-align:center;" | Emma Woolridge, | | style="text-align:center;" | Emma Woolridge, | ||
Erin Wilde | Erin Wilde | ||
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| style="text-align:center;" | 3:30 | | style="text-align:center;" | 3:30 | ||
| − | | style="text-align:center;" | Investigating Hazardous Substances and Exposure Risks in Federally Regulated Workplaces | + | | style="text-align:center;" | [MS_TEAMS_URL_FOR_HAZARD_SUBSTANCES Investigating Hazardous Substances and Exposure Risks in Federally Regulated Workplaces] |
| style="text-align:center;" | Adriana Dwyer | | style="text-align:center;" | Adriana Dwyer | ||
| An informative session with focus on the employer’s duties to investigate risk of exposure, hazards and hazardous substances under the Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations. | | An informative session with focus on the employer’s duties to investigate risk of exposure, hazards and hazardous substances under the Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations. | ||
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| style="text-align:center;" | 4:45 | | style="text-align:center;" | 4:45 | ||
| − | | style="text-align:center;" | Work Place Harassment and Violence Prevention Regulations: Interpretation, Policy and Guidelines | + | | style="text-align:center;" | [MS_TEAMS_URL_FOR_HARASSMENT_VIOLENCE Work Place Harassment and Violence Prevention Regulations: Interpretation, Policy and Guidelines] |
| style="text-align:center;" | Adriana Dwyer, | | style="text-align:center;" | Adriana Dwyer, | ||
Nicole Smith | Nicole Smith | ||
Revision as of 15:04, 17 September 2024
Greetings!
Welcome to the Canada Labour Open House 2024! This event brings together the entire Canada Labour Program to connect, share, and discuss key insights on work-related topics. Throughout these sessions, we’ll delve into critical themes like health, safety, and labour standards, spanning our diverse regions—Atlantic, Quebec, Ontario, Central, and North West Pacific.
Join us as we learn from each other, exchange ideas, and celebrate our collective commitment to enhancing workplaces across the country. Let’s make this a time of inspiration, collaboration, and progress!
Event Program
Dates: October 22nd – 24th, 2024
Dive into three dynamic afternoons of learning and collaboration at the Canada Labour Programs Open House 2024! This event features a diverse lineup of expert speakers and panel discussions covering critical topics within the Labour Program. From the latest in health and safety regulations to emerging trends in labour standards and innovative practices, each session is designed to inform, inspire, and equip you with valuable insights.
Whether you’re looking to deepen your knowledge, connect with colleagues, or explore new perspectives, this event offers something for everyone. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with thought leaders and gain practical takeaways to enhance your workplace with the Canada Labour Program.
How to Join the Sessions
To participate in a session on **Day 1**, simply **click on the topic title** in the schedule below. You will be redirected to the MS Teams room where the event is taking place. Please ensure you have MS Teams installed and set up on your device before the event begins.
If you encounter any issues joining a session, please contact the event support team at [support@example.com](mailto:support@example.com) or call **1-800-123-4567**.
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Day 1 - Tuesday, October 22, 2024
| Start Time (EDT) | End Time (EDT) | Topic | Presenter(s) | Details | Presentation PDF | Presentation Recording |
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| 12:30 | 2:30 | [MS_TEAMS_URL_FOR_LAND_ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Land Acknowledgement] | Acknowledging the traditional lands on which the event is taking place and recognizing the importance of this practice in fostering respect and reconciliation. | |||
| [MS_TEAMS_URL_FOR_MINISTER_REMARKS Minister Opening Remarks] | The Honourable Steven MacKinnon | Welcome and opening remarks to set the stage for this event. | 
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| [MS_TEAMS_URL_FOR_KEYNOTE_SPEAKER Keynote Speaker] | Guy Freedman | A keynote address focusing on Reconciliation for Federally Regulated Employers, offering insights and inspiration for participants. |
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| [MS_TEAMS_URL_FOR_TEAMS_ETIQUETTE MS Teams Etiquette and Overview] | Richard Fice | A brief but essential tutorial on using MS Teams to ensure participants can navigate the virtual platform effectively throughout the event. | ||||
| [MS_TEAMS_URL_FOR_CCOHS_PSYCHOLOGICAL_SAFETY Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) – Psychological Safety] | Jan Chappel | Presented by CCOHS: A deep dive into psychological safety in the workplace, covering best practices, benefits, and how to cultivate a culture where employees feel safe to speak up and take risks. |
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| 2:30 | 2:45 | Break | ||||
| 2:45 | 3:30 | [MS_TEAMS_URL_FOR_OHS_INSPECTION How to Prepare for an Occupational Health and Safety Inspection] | Emma Woolridge,
Erin Wilde |
This session will offer guidance on preparing for an Occupational Health and Safety inspection by Labour Program Health and Safety Officers, detailing what employers can anticipate during the process. |
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| 2:45 | 3:30 | [MS_TEAMS_URL_FOR_HAZARD_SUBSTANCES Investigating Hazardous Substances and Exposure Risks in Federally Regulated Workplaces] | Adriana Dwyer | An informative session with focus on the employer’s duties to investigate risk of exposure, hazards and hazardous substances under the Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations. |
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| 3:30 | 3:45 | Break | ||||
| 3:45 | 4:45 | [MS_TEAMS_URL_FOR_HARASSMENT_VIOLENCE Work Place Harassment and Violence Prevention Regulations: Interpretation, Policy and Guidelines] | Adriana Dwyer,
Nicole Smith |
A step-by-step guide on preparing for an Occupational Health and Safety inspection, including tips on compliance, common pitfalls to avoid, and how to engage effectively with inspectors. |
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Day 2 - Wednesday, October 23, 2024
| Start Time (EDT) | End Time (EDT) | Topic | Presenter(s) | Details | Presentation PDF | Presentation Recording |
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| 12:55 | 2:00 | Assistant Deputy Minister Remarks | Brenda Baxter | Opening remarks and a brief overview of the Labour Program. |
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| Canada Labour Code, Part IV:
Administrative Monetary Penalties |
Ceayon Johnson,
John Hood |
A detailed presentation on how Administrative Monetary Penalties are applied under the Canada Labour Code, including case examples and compliance strategies. |
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| 2:00 | 2:15 | Break | ||||
| 2:15 | 3:00 | Canada Labour Code, Part II: Overview | Erin Wilde,
Emma Woolridge |
An introductory session covering the basics of occupational health and safety. |
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| 3:00 | 3:15 | Break | ||||
| 3:15 | 3:45 | Canada Labour Code, Part II:
Employer’s Annual Reporting Requirements |
Megan Eccleston | A comprehensive overview of employer obligations for annual reporting under Part II of the Canada Labour Code, highlighting common pitfalls and compliance tips. |
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| 3:45 | 4:15 | Ask Me Anything: Occupational Health and Safety | Cathy Corbett,
Ashley Keith |
An interactive Q&A session where participants can ask experts about Occupational Health and Safety regulations, compliance, and best practices. |
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Day 3 - Thursday, October 24, 2024
| Start Time (EDT) | End Time (EDT) | Topic | Presenter(s) | Details | Presentation PDF | Presentation Recording |
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| 1:00 | 2:00 | Canada Labour Code, Part III: Worker Misclassification | Bisera Olevska | Overview of worker misclassification issues and how to identify and correct them within your organization. |
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| 2:00 | 2:15 | Break | ||||
| 2:15 | 3:15 | Exploring Different Types of Leave | Michael Dinh, Jhumpa Mohapatra | Detailed discussion on various types of leave available under the Canada Labour Code, including eligibility, benefits, and employer responsibilities. |
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| Canada Labour Code, Part III: Layoffs, Termination Pay, Unjust Dismissal | Sherry Walters, Jessica Moore, Siobhan Hutchison | Understanding the rights and obligations of employers and employees during layoffs, including termination pay and unjust dismissal claims. |
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| 3:15 | 3:30 | Break | ||||
| 3:30 | 4:30 | Canada Labour Code, Part III: Complaints, Deductions, Expenses, and Wage Recovery | Michael McLean, Odeisa Stewart, Devin Schachtel | Step-by-step guidance on handling complaints related to wage deductions, expense claims, and wage recovery under the Canada Labour Code. |
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| 4:30 | 4:45 | Deputy Minister Closing Remarks | Sandra Hassan | Final remarks summarizing the key takeaways from the day and thanking participants for their engagement. |
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