The unfair dismissal case of former general secretary of the National Union of Public Workers (NUPW) Roslyn Smith is set to be heard by the Employment Rights Tribunal (ERT) this month, almost four years after she initiated legal proceedings.Chairman of the ERT retired Justice Christopher Blackman disclosed that it is set to begin on January 16.The matter was initially scheduled to start late last year but was postponed due to some challenges.Smith, who was retired by the NUPW in 2019, is reportedly seeking close to $500 000 in damages for unfair dismissal.
The New York City Council held a hearing Thursday to discuss the Fair Chance for Housing Act, which would make it illegal for landlords and realtors to factor in criminal backgrounds when considering a tenant. Supporters say stable housing is key to preventing recidivism, but critics have slammed the bill, citing safety concerns.
Once a year, the team at Ottawa Tourism gathers at president and CEO Michael Crockatt’s home for their "family barbecue".
“Everyone brings their children, their partners, their spouses,” says Roslyn Smith, director of Governance and People. Two staff members are currently on parental leave, and “they both came with their newborn babies that were three, four weeks old.”
Once a year, the team at Ottawa Tourism gathers at president and CEO Michael Crockatt’s home for their "family barbecue".
“Everyone brings their children, their partners, their spouses,” says Roslyn Smith, director of Governance and People. Two staff members are currently on parental leave, and “they both came with their newborn babies that were three, four weeks old.”