Counsel Connects – A Webinar Series for SK In-House Counsel

Join us for our three-part spring webinar series of Counsel Connects with legal topics tailored to in-house counsel in Saskatchewan. These virtual sessions are complimentary and provide a broad update on the legal aspects of issues such as diversity and inclusion, employer compliance for managing foreign workers, and environmental investigations.

Presenters:

• Megan Kheong
• Brent Matkowski
• Scott Bell
• John Agioritis
• Rangi Jeerakathil

On the Agenda:

Thursday, April 29 – Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace

Presented by Megan Kheong and Brent Matkowski

• Defining Racism
• Legal Definitions: Racial Discrimination and Harassment
• Addressing Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
  • Legislative framework
  • Investigations
  • Diversity and inclusion surveys
  • Equity programs

Thursday, May 20 – Foreign Worker Management and Compliance for Employers

Presented by Scott Bell

• Issues of pre-employment discrimination during recruitment and hiring
• Review of employer compliance considerations in foreign worker management
• Overview of foreign worker compliance legislation specific to Saskatchewan

Thursday, June 17 – Environmental Investigations and Prosecutions: What to Do When the Officer Knocks and the Court is Calling

Presented by John Agioritis and Rangi Jeerakathil

• Initial communications with investigators
• Proceeding through investigation interviews
• Considering options on trial vs. settlement
• Administrative monetary penalties and other sentencing considerations

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