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September 24, 2025

Employment Standards Act Foundations Seminar

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Understanding the Employment Standards Act (ESA) is essential for employers in British Columbia. Regardless of an individual’s role within the organization, a fundamental understanding of the rights and obligations under the ESA can minimize exposure and build trust between management and staff.

Participants will be provided an overview of the key provisions of the Employment Standards Act with a focus on recent amendments to legislation. Special emphasis will be placed on real-world scenarios, including the mistakes commonly made by employers and the frequently asked questions Harris’ Employment lawyers field.

Session attendees will learn:

  • Provisions of the Employment Standards Act, including what types of position are partially or fully excluded from the Act
  • Best practices for managing risk and avoiding complaint

Who should attend?

This seminar is suitable for human resources professionals and members of management who are looking to update their knowledge or gain a firm understanding of the B.C. Employment Standards Act. The workshop is relevant to both unionized and non-unionized workforces.

Learning format and materials

This seminar will be completed over one 5-hour session and will incorporate case studies and hypothetical scenarios to provide participants with the opportunity to apply their learnings.

Details

Type
Foundations Seminar
Date
September 24, 2025
Time
9:00 am
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9:00 am
Location
Bentall 5 Conference Centre, 550 Burrard Street
Cost
$450 + GST per person
Includes
Light breakfast of pastries and a lunch of assorted sandwiches and salad provided.
This seminar will be redeemable for 5 continuing professional development (CPD) hours through the Chartered Professional in Human Resources of British Columbia and Yukon (CPHR). You can also claim CPD credits with the Law Society of BC.
Harris & Company LLP
14th Floor, Bentall 5
550 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC V6C 2B5
Canada
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