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Worker Rights 101

Booklet describing rights of workers in Alberta and summarizing legal issues that may arise at work.
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Working from Home: Income tax issues

LawNow article about income tax issues when working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Working hours, breaks and overtime

An overview of the law governing working hours in Alberta, including breaks, rest days and overtime.
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Working Interviews in Alberta: What employers and job seekers need to know

LawNow article discussing whether working interviews are legal in Alberta.
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Working with a Lawyer

Info sheet providing practical tips for working with a lawyer, who can help you understand the issue, the law, and the processes you must follow.
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Workplace health and safety

An overview of Alberta laws about occupational health and safety, including the roles of different people at a work site, how to report injuries and what happens if someone isn't...
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Workplace Sexual Harassment: Reporting options

LawNow article outlining the options an employee has to report sexual harassment in the workplace.
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Would You Recognize Workplace Discrimination? 9 Examples of What It Could Look Like

Article discussing 9 examples of workplace discrimination that an employee may not think of as discrimination.
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Your Rights When Renting – Age Discrimination

Info sheet about protection from age discrimination in renting under the Alberta Human Rights Act.
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Your Rights When Renting – Age Discrimination – Arabic

Info sheet in Arabic about protection from age discrimination in renting under the Alberta Human Rights Act.
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Your Rights When Renting – Age Discrimination – Somali

Info sheet in Somali about protection from age discrimination in renting under the Alberta Human Rights Act.
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Your Rights When Renting – Basic Rights and Responsibilities

The Alberta Human Rights Act protects you from discrimination and makes sure that you have an equal opportunities.
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Your Rights When Renting – Duty to Accomodate Seniors in Housing

Senior tenants may have special needs which require accommodation in housing.
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Your Rights When Renting – Elder Abuse and Neglect

This booklet provides you with some of the signs to watch for and ways to address or report elder abuse or neglect.
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Your Rights When Renting – Harassment and Discrimination

Info sheet in Somali about protection from age discrimination in renting under the Alberta Human Rights Act.
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Your Rights When Renting – Housing for Seniors: Affordable Housing

The Alberta Housing Act creates the opportunity for seniors to live in housing they can afford.
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Your Rights When Renting – Housing for Seniors: Affordable Housing

The Alberta Housing Act creates the opportunity for seniors to live in housing they can afford.
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Your Rights When Renting – Housing for Seniors: Affordable Housing – ARABIC TRANSLATION

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Your Rights When Renting – Housing for Seniors: Affordable Housing – ARABIC TRANSLATION

Info sheet in Arabic about the Alberta Housing Act and how it creates affordable housing for some seniors.
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Your Rights When Renting – Housing for Seniors: Affordable Housing – SOMALI TRANSLATION

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Your Rights When Renting – Housing for Seniors: Affordable Housing – SOMALI TRANSLATION

Info sheet in Somali about the Alberta Housing Act and how it creates affordable housing for some seniors.
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Your Rights When Renting – Housing for Seniors: Living in a Rental Property

Seniors who rent have the same rights and repsonsibilities as other renters.
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Your Rights When Renting – Housing for Seniors: Living in a Rental Property – ARABIC TRANSLATION

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Your Rights When Renting – Housing for Seniors: Living in a Rental Property – SOMALI TRANSLATION

Info sheet in Somali about the law related to nursing homes in Alberta.
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Your Rights When Renting – Housing for Seniors: Nursing Homes

A nursing home is for seniors with complex medical needs, with 24-hour access to an on-site Registered Nurse.
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Your Rights When Renting – Housing for Seniors: Nursing Homes – ARABIC TRANSLATION

Info sheet in Arabic about the law related to nursing homes in Alberta.
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Your Rights When Renting – Housing for Seniors: Nursing Homes – SOMALI TRANSLATION

Info sheet in Somali about the law related to nursing homes in Alberta.
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Your Rights When Renting – Human Rights Dispute Resolution Options

If a landlord has discriminated against you, you may file a complaint with the Alberta Human Rights Commission.
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Your Rights When Renting – Introduction to Human Rights

The Alberta Human Rights Act protects the human rights of Albertans by not allowing discrimination.
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Your Rights When Renting – Renting and the Duty to Accommodate

The Alberta Human Rights Act helps to protect renters from discrimination and harassment.
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