News, Community + Impact

News, Community + Impact
Written By Kenneth King

Employment law is constantly evolving. This category shares updates from PortaLaw alongside important legal developments that affect employees and employers across British Columbia.

What you’ll find in our News, Community + Impact category

  • Firm News
    Updates about PortaLaw, including announcements, growth, and developments within the firm.

  • Awards and Recognition
    Industry recognition, professional achievements, and milestones reflecting our work in employment law.

  • Events and Community Involvement
    Conferences attended, speaking engagements, legal education, and community participation.

  • Updates in Employment Law
    Key changes in legislation, court decisions, and regulatory updates that impact BC workplaces.

  • Practical Legal Insights
    Contextual commentary on how legal changes may affect real-world employment relationships.

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2025 Benefit Report
2025 Benefit Report

We’re excited to share our 2025 Benefit Report! Take a few minutes to check out the report and see the impact we’ve made over the past year.

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A Resource for B Corps + Purpose-Driven Employers
A Resource for B Corps + Purpose-Driven Employers

A free resource for B Corps and other purpose-driven businesses. Tips and information on how to draft values-aligned Employment Contracts and how to offer enhanced benefits that reflect your workplace culture.

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PortaLaw Recertifies as a B Corp
PortaLaw Recertifies as a B Corp

We recertified as a B Corp with an improved score! Read more.

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Event Recap: Tips for Counsel Advising and Representing Parties in Workplace and Regulatory Investigations 
Event Recap: Tips for Counsel Advising and Representing Parties in Workplace and Regulatory Investigations 

In October, PortaLaw cofounder Erin Brandt co-organized and moderated a panel discussion for the Canadian Bar Association, BC Branch Employment Law Section Program on best practices for counsel involved in workplace and regulatory investigations. 

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Subscribe to our Newsletter
Subscribe to our Newsletter

PortaLaw’s monthly newsletter keeps you informed on employment law updates, legal changes, and team news, without spam. Subscribe here: https://lnkd.in/duEn2y-z.

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PortaLaw + CLEBC 2025
PortaLaw + CLEBC 2025

Paula Krawus and James Hsu represented PortaLaw at the annual Employment Law Conference hosted by the Continuing Legal Education Society of British Columbia.

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2024 Benefit Report
2024 Benefit Report

PortaLaw’s Benefit Report for 2024.

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Erin Brandt and Evelyn Tsao for BarTalk
Erin Brandt and Evelyn Tsao for BarTalk

Erin and Evelyn co-wrote an article for the Canadian Bar Association’s newsletter, BarTalk.

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Paula Krawus invited to Langara College
Paula Krawus invited to Langara College

Paula Krawus delivered a lecture on the intersection between employment law and labour law, as well as the overarching principles of the BC Human Rights Code

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Erin Brandt Chair of CLEBC Innovation Conference
Erin Brandt Chair of CLEBC Innovation Conference

Erin Brandt chaired the CLEBC Innovation Conference and presented on value-based billing, highlighting its benefits for lawyers and transparency for clients

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Other categories to explore:
Employee Rights + Guidance | Employer Obligations + Guidance | Workplace Safety + Privacy

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