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McCarthy Tétrault LLP

Employment & Labour

Canada Guide 2027 : Alberta

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With the proliferation of federal, provincial and common laws affecting employment issues, you need expert legal advice to avoid costly missteps.

McCarthy Tétrault helps you address employment issues before they become problems. We have some of the country’s top legal talents who are at the forefront of new developments in employment practices, policies and laws.

We represent clients in a broad spectrum of economic activity, including manufacturing, technology, energy and utilities, mining, construction, gaming and hospitality, transportation and warehousing, as well as public sector entities including government ministries and agencies, municipalities and universities.

We assemble the right team for your specific needs from our large roster of senior and junior lawyers. And with offices across the country, we combine local know-how with the resources of a leading national firm. Our labour lawyers have a reputation for strategic, timely and practical advice in all areas of labour relations and labour law, at both the provincial and federal levels.

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Employment & Labour - Alberta

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

McCarthy Tétrault's Calgary office advises on a range of employment and labour matters, with particular areas of expertise including terminations and workforce reduction, occupational health and safety matters, and collective agreements. The firm regularly acts as employment counsel on M&A transactions and also has expertise in human rights, data protection and regulatory compliance issues. The practice works on behalf of many employers in the energy and oil and gas sectors, as well as acting for education and hospitality clients.

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Work Highlights

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  • McCarthy Tétrault advised Cenovus Energy on its CAD110 million proposed acquisition of Gear Energy’s Lloydminster heavy oil assets and related spinout into Newco. The transaction included due diligence, employment contract review for regulatory compliance and revising incentive plans.

Strengths

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  • What sets McCarthy apart is their strong understanding of our business, operationally and in the market, which is important for us and why we go to them.

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  • McCarthy Tétrault combines deep legal expertise with clear, business-focused advice. The team provides pragmatic guidance that is aligned with commercial realities and is highly responsive to in-house needs. The team consistently demonstrates the judgement and technical depth required to handle complex and high-stakes matters.

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  • McCarthy Tétrault is very knowledgeable, accessible and responsive. The firm is excellent with difficult issues.

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  • The employment-related legal advice we have received from McCarthy Tétrault has always been well researched, detailed and thoughtful.

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  • The firm has a strong network of lawyers with deep expertise.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • John R Gilmore
    John R Gilmore

    John R Gilmore

    John Gilmore has a significant reputation for his work advising on the employment aspects of large-scale M&A transactions and corporate restructurings, as well as advising on collective bargaining agreements. Based in Calgary, he has equally notable experience advising on labour disputes relating to vaccination policy and bonus payments.

    • John is excellent to deal with, very knowledgeable and very responsive.

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    • John is practical and understands the needs of the client.

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    • John is exceptionally sophisticated and sharp in understanding our needs and our long-term goals.

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  • April Kosten
    April Kosten

    April Kosten

    April Kosten regularly advises on contentious employment matters, including litigation relating to dismissals and breaches of contract. She represents clients in a number of grievance arbitrations and disputes relating to employer status for contractors.

    • April has a high level of knowledge, is very responsive and delivers a very high-quality work product.

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  • Stephanie Henry
    Stephanie Henry

    Stephanie Henry

    Stephanie Henry is well placed to assist clients with contentious employment matters, including arbitration concerning workforce. She also assists with employment aspects of corporate transactions.

    • She is very knowledgeable in employment law and always provides very thoughtful, well-researched advice.

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    • Stephanie provides an excellent level of client service. She is highly responsive, easy to work with and communicates efficiently. She provides pragmatic, solution-oriented recommendations.

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