The Supreme Court of Canada determined a constructive dismissal happens when an employer’s conduct demonstrates an intention to no longer be bound by the employment agreement

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Karl Johnston, a former senior specialist in talent acquisition at CBC North in Yellowknife, has filed a lawsuit against the broadcaster in the Supreme Court of the Northwest Territories.

Johnston alleges he was “subjected to a toxic work environment,” resulting in his constructive dismissal in November 2023.

Johnston claims CBC North engaged in discriminatory hiring practices, like keeping a secret “do not hire” list for marginalized, disabled and Indigenous candidates. He also claims there was an unofficial “crying room” where colleagues went to deal with the stress of the job.

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