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Labour and Employment Law

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University of Lethbridge
University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
Shawna Boyko
Educator
3
Timeline
  • October 16, 2024
    Experience start
  • October 22, 2024
    Project Kickoff & Client Introduction/Meeting
  • December 3, 2024
    Client Presentations
  • December 17, 2024
    Experience end
Experience
3 projects wanted
Dates set by experience
Preferred companies
Alberta, Canada
Small to medium enterprise
Any industries
Categories
Organizational structure Internal communications Law and policy
Skills
writing systems compensation strategy market research
Student goals and capabilities

Are you experiencing a business challenge related to labour law and employment? Bring on learners from the University of Lethbridge to develop and review HR policies to ensure they are compliant with Canadian labour and employment law, particularly focusing on Alberta’s legislation. Over seven weeks, students will apply their legal knowledge to real-world scenarios, culminating in a final report and presentation to the client.

Students
Undergraduate
Intermediate levels
30 students
Project
20 hours per student
Educators assign students to projects
Teams of 5
Expected outcomes and deliverables

Learners will deliver their analysis and recommendations in the form of a written report, as well as a presentation to the client.

Project timeline
  • October 16, 2024
    Experience start
  • October 22, 2024
    Project Kickoff & Client Introduction/Meeting
  • December 3, 2024
    Client Presentations
  • December 17, 2024
    Experience end
Project Examples

By the end of the project, students will be able to identify and explain key legal principles related to employment standards, human rights, occupational health and safety (OHS), workers' compensation, and privacy legislation. They will understand how these

legal frameworks influence the development and implementation of HR policies, ensuring compliance and mitigating legal risks for the

organization.


Students will develop the ability to draft HR policies that are legally compliant and tailored to the specific needs of an organization. They will learn to identify legal gaps in existing policies and address these through precise policy revisions or the creation of new policies, ensuring alignment with current laws and regulations.


Students will improve their ability to conduct legal gap analyses, identifying areas where HR policies may fall short of legal requirements. They will develop strategies to address these issues, considering both the legal implications and the practical needs of the

organization. This process will refine their problem-solving abilities, especially in navigating complex legal scenarios.


By the end of the project, students will be able to design and propose comprehensive implementation plans for HR policies, including detailed timelines, key actions, and communication strategies. They will understand how to ensure that new or revised policies are successfully integrated into the organization, with a focus on training and employee engagement.