Ascent Employment Law

With extensive experience navigating and litigating employment and human rights issues, we understand business and the issues you are facing

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What happens when an employee books travel based on a hybrid work arrangement and the policy changes?

Ascent lawyer Brynna Hambly shares her insights in The Globe and Mail: https://t.co/G7AThpRPPf

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Join our team this Thursday, June 25 at 12 p.m. PDT for a complimentary webinar on responding to human rights complaints. Learn about the complaint process, key timelines, employer defences, and recent BC Human Rights Tribunal trends.

Secure your spot: https://t.co/a7ltbAvPmC

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Congratulations to Ascent paralegals Benazeer Mohammed and Megan Stratikopoulos on joining the BC Paralegal Association (BCPA) Board of Directors.

Bena will serve as Registrar and Director of Membership, and Megan as Director of Publications.

Learn more https://t.co/UfdTuYRaX1

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⏰ Tomorrow: June AMA (Ask Me Anything)

Bring your questions about workplace law, HR challenges, and employee management, and get practical guidance tailored to your situation.

🗓 June 16 | 🕚 11 AM PDT

Reserve your spot: https://t.co/TCHfJxaFip

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Join our team on June 25 for a complimentary Employer Huddle on responding to human rights complaints in the workplace.

We'll cover complaint processes, timelines, employer defences, and recent B.C. Human Rights Tribunal decisions.

Register now: https://t.co/TCHfJxaFip

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New amendments to the Canada Labour Code have introduced job-protected leave entitlements for employees in federally regulated workplaces.

Our latest blog covers pregnancy loss leave, expanded bereavement leave, and considerations for employers.

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Thank you to everyone who joined us at last week's Ascent Workplace Law Forum in Fort St. John!

Our team explored key employment & labour law updates and enjoyed connecting with employers, HR professionals, and business leaders from across the region.

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When can age-related workplace conduct become discrimination? This blog outlines:
🔹 Age-based discrimination under B.C. law
🔹 How these claims are assessed
🔹 The legal framework for forced retirement

Learn more:
https://t.co/H0RkaZmbgP

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Remote and hybrid work arrangements continue to create challenges for employers – join our team on May 21 for a complimentary Employer Huddle, where we’ll share practical guidance on key legal and operational considerations.

Register now: https://t.co/Z2Fb9Al5PD

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Join us on May 28 in Fort St. John for the 2026 Workplace Law Forum, a full-day, in-person conference designed to give employers practical, up-to-date guidance on employment, human rights, and labour law.

➡️ Get Tickets: https://t.co/b69m4koPGP

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Hybrid and flexible work are evolving - are your workplace practices keeping pace?

This blog outlines key considerations for employers, including defining work arrangements and ensuring transparency in productivity tools.

Read more: https://t.co/5Tq1sGojV4

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Can an Employment Standards Branch decision end a wrongful dismissal claim before trial?

The B.C. Supreme Court confirmed that fairness can outweigh issue estoppel, even where the legal test is met.

Read more ➡️ https://t.co/5G6efEZ7zG

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If an employer misrepresents a role during hiring, what are the legal consequences?

Ascent partner Trevor Thomas breaks down:
🔹 Negligent vs. fraudulent misrepresentation
🔹 What BC law prohibits
🔹 When compensation may apply

Read more: https://t.co/G86IuinWYK

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A clear, well-drafted employment agreement is one of the most important steps an employer can take to limit risk.

In this blog, we cover key provisions, common pitfalls, and how to ensure your contracts are enforceable and up to date.

Read more ➡️ https://t.co/mhv8Nq0K5K

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Ascent is pleased to be an exhibitor at the BC Notaries Association Continuing Education Conference on April 17-19.

Visit our team at Booth 7 to connect with our lawyers, get your questions answered, and prizes too!

Learn more about the conference: https://t.co/6HVbGykwbV

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Stay ahead of workplace law changes in 2026.

Join Ascent Employment Law on May 28 in Fort St. John for a one-day, in-person forum covering key updates in employment, human rights, and labour law.

Secure early-bird tickets now – available until April 15: https://t.co/b69m4koPGP

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Workplace harassment doesn’t stop at the office door and it doesn’t disappear on Zoom.

This blog outlines key risks, legal obligations, and practical steps to respond for employers in remote workplace settings:
https://t.co/BYxruFUK12

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The Spring 2026 issue of On the Ascent is here!

In this edition of our newsletter, we cover:
🔹 Pay transparency reporting
🔹 Termination without cause
🔹 Vacation rules under the Employment Standards Act
🔹 Upcoming events

📬 Read the Spring issue: https://t.co/u7XuBZh6kX

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Is your business ready for the age of AI?

AI is transforming how we work, but are your workplace policies keeping pace? Join lawyers David M. Brown & Ian Jung for an Employer Huddle built for SMB owners & HR pros.

Register now ➡️ https://t.co/Eqg0CAzEzw

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We’re pleased to welcome Director of Administration John Pater to the team!

With 35+ years of experience in law firms, John brings deep expertise in operations and client service.

Welcome, John!

Learn more ➡️ https://t.co/l8fEyislXH