Interview Summary

The pandemic brought forth a significant shift in workplaces. Many employers transitioned their businesses to a hybrid work model or exclusive remote working arrangements. What potential problems do the evolving workplace and remote work pose for employers and employees? What should employees be aware of to protect their rights better?

Interview Notes

• Common request to be back at the office: There seems to be a mix of employers who wish to see all of their employees back in the office and some who are more willing to implement a hybrid or remote work arrangement. Ultimately, the industry and type of work environment do dictate what employers can implement and the amount of flexibility.
• Mandate to return to work: Employers are within their rights to request employees return to the office if they previously did not have a remote work arrangement. It is important for employees to look closely at the terms of their employment contract to determine what they are entitled to. Employers cannot make fundamental changes to the terms of employment without an employee’s consent.
• B.C employee terminated for cause due to time theft: A tribunal ultimately decided an employee that was trying to sue her former employer actually owed them compensation due to time theft. In this particular case, the employer had time-tracking software and conducted a thorough investigation into the employee’s discrepancies. It is a very difficult threshold for employers to meet in...

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