General & Other
General & Other judgments from Canadian courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Employer Must Fully Reimburse Special Driver's License Costs
The Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board ruled that an employer must fully reimburse the cost of obtaining a special class of driver's license as required by the collective agreement. The employer argued that only the cost difference between the standard and special license should be reimbursed, but the Board disagreed.
Awning Repair Dispute Denied in Small Claims Court
Canada Industrial Relations Board Dismisses Bargaining Complaints as Moot
Complaint Dismissed for Being Filed Under the Wrong Section of the FPSLRA
A worker's complaint about how her harassment investigation was handled was dismissed because she filed it under the wrong section of the FPSLRA. The court said she should have filed under a different section since her complaint was about the Canada Labour Code, not the FPSLRA.
Federal Court Allows New Evidence in Trademark Appeal
Metro Cable TV Union Certified as Bargaining Agent
The Canada Industrial Relations Board certified the Metro Cable T.V. Maintenance and Service Employees’ Association as the bargaining agent for specific employee classifications at various locations.
Federal Court Shortens Response Time for Access to Information Requests
Contractor Entitled to Payment for Substantially Completed Work
Application for Judicial Review Struck as Premature in Federal Court
The Federal Court struck down the claimant's application for judicial review because they had not yet exhausted the grievance process. The court ruled that the claimant must go through all available administrative remedies before seeking judicial review.
Wedding Dress Damage Claim Rejected by Civil Resolution Tribunal
The Civil Resolution Tribunal rejected a claim for compensation for a damaged wedding dress. The claimant argued that the damage was irreparable, but the respondent offered to repair the damage free of charge. The Tribunal found the respondent's offer sufficient and dismissed the claim.
Claimant's Request for Compensation Due to Incorrect Vaccine and Lost Cruise Costs Dismissed
Minor Injury Status Determination: Civil Resolution Tribunal Ruling
Claimant's WAD Injury Found Non-Minor by Civil Resolution Tribunal
In a recent case, the Civil Resolution Tribunal determined that the claimant's WAD injury and associated symptoms were not minor injuries. The Tribunal based its decision on the claimant's ongoing impairments and their impact on daily living activities.
Claimant Entitled to Payment for Substantially Completed Electrical Work
Claimant's Request for Reimbursement of Deductible and Premiums Dismissed
Federal Court Upholds Commissioner's Decision on Wrongdoing Allegations
Claimant Failed to Return Puppy for Neutering - Civil Resolution Tribunal Ruling
Claimant Wins Insurance Claim for Accident - Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
In a recent decision, the Civil Resolution Tribunal found the claimant not responsible for a motor vehicle accident and ordered the insurer to reimburse the claimant's $150 deductible for vehicle repairs.
Snow Plowing Services Payment Dispute Resolved by Civil Resolution Tribunal
In this case, a company sought payment for snow plowing and de-icing services from another company. The dispute centered around whether the services were necessary and fairly priced. The Civil Resolution Tribunal reviewed the contract terms and weather data to determine the validity of the charges. Ultimately, the Tribunal found that the claimant was entitled to payment for services that met the contract requirements, but some charges were deemed unjustified.
Dog Attack Liability Ruling - Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
In a recent ruling, the Civil Resolution Tribunal determined that the owner of a dog who attacked another dog was liable for damages. The tribunal awarded the claimant veterinary bills but dismissed claims for mileage and lost income.