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Strategy, Governance, Risk & Human Resource

Employment Law and HR Practices (Live Webinar - Multi Segment)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar

Overview

Understanding employment law is essential for professionals responsible for managing people-related risks and workplace decisions. This practical seminar examines the legal framework that governs the employment relationship in Canada and its impact on everyday human resources activities. 

Course Description

Participants will gain valuable insights into key employment law principles, helping them make informed decisions related to hiring, employee management, workplace policies, and termination while supporting organizational compliance and effective people management.

Applicable for

Business owners, and those who advise business owners, senior managers, CFOs, and controllers who are responsible for human resources issues in the workplace.

Content

  • Issues surrounding the hiring, maintaining and dismissal of employees, based on the employment contract.
  • The Canadian legal culture of employment.
  • The nature of employment.
  • Common law vs. Employment Standards.
  • The value of written contracts.
  • Privacy
  • The basics of hiring and other human resources practices.
  • The theory of “notice”.
  • Constructive dismissal.

Course Dates & Registration

Dec 7 - 8, 2026
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Gavin Marshall
GAVIN MARSHALL, BA (Hons), LL.B, is a managing partner at Roper Greyell LLP focused on providing strategic human resources and employment advice to employers of all sizes and in many sectors of the BC economy. He has a broad range of knowledge in employment and labour law, wrongful dismissal and contract disputes, enforcement of restrictive covenants, labour relations law, picketing issues, crisis management and Occupational Health and Safety law. Gavin is a member of CPHR (BC and Yukon) and a frequent speaker in legal education.
Available
Register Now
Course Code: M63650B_OL
Jul 20 - 21, 2026
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Gavin Marshall
GAVIN MARSHALL, BA (Hons), LL.B, is a managing partner at Roper Greyell LLP focused on providing strategic human resources and employment advice to employers of all sizes and in many sectors of the BC economy. He has a broad range of knowledge in employment and labour law, wrongful dismissal and contract disputes, enforcement of restrictive covenants, labour relations law, picketing issues, crisis management and Occupational Health and Safety law. Gavin is a member of CPHR (BC and Yukon) and a frequent speaker in legal education.
Past
Course Code: M63650A_OL
Nov 13, 2025
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Online Virtual
Chris Munroe
CHRISTOPHER MUNROE, BA (Hons), JD, is a lawyer with Roper Greyell LLP where he practises in all areas of labour, employment and human rights law. Chris regularly advises employers on employment agreements, workplace policies, employment standards, termination of employment and human rights issues, with the goal of mitigating risks and preventing issues before they arise. Where necessary, Chris has litigated matters before arbitrators, administrative tribunals, and all levels of court in British Columbia. Chris speaks and writes on a wide range of employment and labour law topics, including delivering seminars and training to clients on all workplace issues.
Past
Course Code: M53650B_OL
Jun 12, 2025
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Online Virtual
Gavin Marshall
GAVIN MARSHALL, BA (Hons), LL.B, is a managing partner at Roper Greyell LLP focused on providing strategic human resources and employment advice to employers of all sizes and in many sectors of the BC economy. He has a broad range of knowledge in employment and labour law, wrongful dismissal and contract disputes, enforcement of restrictive covenants, labour relations law, picketing issues, crisis management and Occupational Health and Safety law. Gavin is a member of CPHR (BC and Yukon) and a frequent speaker in legal education.
Past
Course Code: M53650A_OL
Mar 5, 2025
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Online Virtual
Gavin Marshall
GAVIN MARSHALL, BA (Hons), LL.B, is a managing partner at Roper Greyell LLP focused on providing strategic human resources and employment advice to employers of all sizes and in many sectors of the BC economy. He has a broad range of knowledge in employment and labour law, wrongful dismissal and contract disputes, enforcement of restrictive covenants, labour relations law, picketing issues, crisis management and Occupational Health and Safety law. Gavin is a member of CPHR (BC and Yukon) and a frequent speaker in legal education.
Past
Course Code: M43650A_OL

Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience

Live webinars have varying levels of expected interaction, with some requiring microphone and camera capabilities to support a proper learning experience – please email pdreg@bccpa.ca if you have concerns. 

In general, we encourage participants to have their cameras turned on to enhance their virtual learning experience. This practice promotes a stronger connection with the instructor and fellow participants, and fosters improved communication and collaboration.

Live Webinar FAQs can be found here.  

 

Registration terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy can be found here. If you require further assistance, please contact the PD Department. 

The best I've ever attended.
Good presenter who presented topics clearly and was able to explain the issues well.
Totally engaged the group and encouraged and was responsive to all questions.
Course Details
Cost
$425
Members
$475
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
7
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
10
Credits
Prerequisites
Prerequisites
Some human resources experience and planning responsibility within your organization is recommended.
Credit Card Fee

Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.

Strategy, Governance, Risk & Human Resource

Employment Law and HR Practices (Live Webinar - Multi Segment)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
Course Details
Cost
$425
Members
$475
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
7
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
10
Credits
Prerequisites
Prerequisites
Some human resources experience and planning responsibility within your organization is recommended.

Overview

Understanding employment law is essential for professionals responsible for managing people-related risks and workplace decisions. This practical seminar examines the legal framework that governs the employment relationship in Canada and its impact on everyday human resources activities. 

Course Description

Participants will gain valuable insights into key employment law principles, helping them make informed decisions related to hiring, employee management, workplace policies, and termination while supporting organizational compliance and effective people management.

Applicable for

Business owners, and those who advise business owners, senior managers, CFOs, and controllers who are responsible for human resources issues in the workplace.

Content

  • Issues surrounding the hiring, maintaining and dismissal of employees, based on the employment contract.
  • The Canadian legal culture of employment.
  • The nature of employment.
  • Common law vs. Employment Standards.
  • The value of written contracts.
  • Privacy
  • The basics of hiring and other human resources practices.
  • The theory of “notice”.
  • Constructive dismissal.

Course Dates & Registration

Dec 7 - 8, 2026
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Gavin Marshall
GAVIN MARSHALL, BA (Hons), LL.B, is a managing partner at Roper Greyell LLP focused on providing strategic human resources and employment advice to employers of all sizes and in many sectors of the BC economy. He has a broad range of knowledge in employment and labour law, wrongful dismissal and contract disputes, enforcement of restrictive covenants, labour relations law, picketing issues, crisis management and Occupational Health and Safety law. Gavin is a member of CPHR (BC and Yukon) and a frequent speaker in legal education.
Available
Register Now
Course Code: M63650B_OL
Jul 20 - 21, 2026
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Gavin Marshall
GAVIN MARSHALL, BA (Hons), LL.B, is a managing partner at Roper Greyell LLP focused on providing strategic human resources and employment advice to employers of all sizes and in many sectors of the BC economy. He has a broad range of knowledge in employment and labour law, wrongful dismissal and contract disputes, enforcement of restrictive covenants, labour relations law, picketing issues, crisis management and Occupational Health and Safety law. Gavin is a member of CPHR (BC and Yukon) and a frequent speaker in legal education.
Past
Course Code: M63650A_OL
Nov 13, 2025
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Online Virtual
Chris Munroe
CHRISTOPHER MUNROE, BA (Hons), JD, is a lawyer with Roper Greyell LLP where he practises in all areas of labour, employment and human rights law. Chris regularly advises employers on employment agreements, workplace policies, employment standards, termination of employment and human rights issues, with the goal of mitigating risks and preventing issues before they arise. Where necessary, Chris has litigated matters before arbitrators, administrative tribunals, and all levels of court in British Columbia. Chris speaks and writes on a wide range of employment and labour law topics, including delivering seminars and training to clients on all workplace issues.
Past
Course Code: M53650B_OL
Jun 12, 2025
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Online Virtual
Gavin Marshall
GAVIN MARSHALL, BA (Hons), LL.B, is a managing partner at Roper Greyell LLP focused on providing strategic human resources and employment advice to employers of all sizes and in many sectors of the BC economy. He has a broad range of knowledge in employment and labour law, wrongful dismissal and contract disputes, enforcement of restrictive covenants, labour relations law, picketing issues, crisis management and Occupational Health and Safety law. Gavin is a member of CPHR (BC and Yukon) and a frequent speaker in legal education.
Past
Course Code: M53650A_OL
Mar 5, 2025
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Online Virtual
Gavin Marshall
GAVIN MARSHALL, BA (Hons), LL.B, is a managing partner at Roper Greyell LLP focused on providing strategic human resources and employment advice to employers of all sizes and in many sectors of the BC economy. He has a broad range of knowledge in employment and labour law, wrongful dismissal and contract disputes, enforcement of restrictive covenants, labour relations law, picketing issues, crisis management and Occupational Health and Safety law. Gavin is a member of CPHR (BC and Yukon) and a frequent speaker in legal education.
Past
Course Code: M43650A_OL

Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience

Live webinars have varying levels of expected interaction, with some requiring microphone and camera capabilities to support a proper learning experience – please email pdreg@bccpa.ca if you have concerns. 

In general, we encourage participants to have their cameras turned on to enhance their virtual learning experience. This practice promotes a stronger connection with the instructor and fellow participants, and fosters improved communication and collaboration.

Live Webinar FAQs can be found here.  

 

Registration terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy can be found here. If you require further assistance, please contact the PD Department. 

The best I've ever attended.
Good presenter who presented topics clearly and was able to explain the issues well.
Totally engaged the group and encouraged and was responsive to all questions.
Credit Card Fee

Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.