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April 23, 2026
Manitoba Legislature Recognizes the Life and Legacy of Mel Myers
Myers LLP is honoured that the life and legacy of Mel Myers were recognized in the Manitoba Legislature by Minister Mike Moroz.
March 27, 2026
In Memory of Mel Myers
Myers LLP mourns the passing of our firm’s namesake and retired partner, Mel Myers, on March 24th, 2026.
November 18, 2025
Myers LLP welcomes Aidan Geary
Myers LLP is pleased to welcome Aidan Geary as our new associate.
September 3, 2025
Myers LLP welcomes Maia Bacchus & David Krowiak
Myers LLP is pleased to welcome Maia Bacchus & David Krowiak as our new articling students.
May 8, 2025
Supporting the Community Through the 22nd Mel Myers Labour Conference
Today, we were pleased to present Jorge Fernandez, CEO of the Immigrant Centre Manitoba, with a cheque representing the proceeds from the 22nd Mel Myers Labour Conference.
May 6, 2025
Myers LLP welcomes Alisen Kotyk
Myers LLP is pleased to welcome Alisen Kotyk as our new associate.
March 7, 2025
Doug Johnston appointed as a Justice of the Court of King’s Bench of Manitoba (Family Division).
Myers LLP congratulates Doug Johnston on his appointment as a Justice of the Court of King’s Bench of Manitoba (Family Division).
January 30, 2025
Myers LLP at the 2025 MBA Mid-Winter Conference
Myers LLP was proud to play a key role in last week's 2025 Manitoba Bar Association Mid-Winter Conference
January 24, 2025
Myers LLP Student Networking Event at Manitoba Moose Game
Last night, Myers LLP hosted its annual Student Networking Event at the Manitoba Moose game.
January 22, 2025
Myers LLP welcomes Michael Merner
Myers LLP is pleased to welcome Michael Merner as our new associate.
January 22, 2025
Lisa LaBossière Appointed as Judge of the Provincial Court of Manitoba
Myers LLP proudly congratulates Lisa LaBossière on her appointment as a Judge of the Provincial Court of Manitoba.
January 2, 2025
Myers LLP welcomes Kristen Worbanski as partner
Myers LLP would like to welcome Kristen Worbanski as its new partner.
January 2, 2025
Myers LLP welcomes Kelly Olson as partner
Myers LLP would like to welcome Kelly Olson as its new partner.
December 31, 2024
Joel Dudeck Retires After 50+ Years of Distinguished Service at Myers LLP
After an impressive 50+year career, it is with sincere appreciation that we announce Joel Dudeck’s retirement as of December 31, 2024.
September 27, 2024
Myers LLP welcomes Jodi Plenert
Myers LLP is pleased to welcome Jodi Plenert as our new associate. Jodi specializes in Labour and Employment Law.
July 18, 2024
Myers LLP Donates to West Central Women’s Resource Centre
We were honored to welcome Carey Richards from the West Central Women's Resource Centre at Myers LLP, where they accepted a cheque representing the proceeds from our 2024 Myers Conference.
June 25, 2024
Myers LLP welcomes Matthew Rakar
Myers LLP is pleased to welcome Matthew Rakar as our new associate.
June 10, 2024
Jeff and Erica Attend CALL Conference
Jeff Smorang and Erica Thomson recently attended the Canadian Association of Labour Lawyers (CALL) conference in Quebec City.
May 22, 2024
Myers LLP welcomes Mike Segstro
Myers LLP is pleased to welcome Mike Segstro as our new associate. Mike specializes in Labour and Employment Law.
May 17, 2024
Welcome New Summer Students to Myers LLP
We're thrilled to introduce our four new summer students: Maia, Eric, Sydney, and David.
February 1, 2024
Susan Dawes Appointed Chair of the Winnipeg Airports Authority
Myers LLP is pleased to announce that Susan Dawes has been appointed as Chair of the Board of the Winnipeg Airport Authority.
January 29, 2024
Avery Sharpe joins Myers LLP
Myers LLP is pleased to announce the arrival of Avery Sharpe, our newest associate bringing expertise in Civil Litigation and Indigenous Legal Services. Join us in providing Avery a warm welcome as he becomes an important part of our legal team.
January 25, 2024
Sheree Walder Elected to Winnipeg Football Club Board
We are proud to announce the election of our recently retired Partner, Sheree Walder, to the Winnipeg Football Club’s Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2024.
January 25, 2024
Robson Hall Law Students at Manitoba Moose Game
Special thanks to the students from Robson Hall Faculty of Law who joined us at the Manitoba Moose game.
January 10, 2024
Myers LLP welcomes Devon Mazur as partner
Myers LLP would like to welcome their new partner, Devon Mazur.
December 21, 2023
Garth Smorang Receives Distinguished Service Award
Myers LLP congratulates Garth Smorang on receiving the 2024 Distinguished Service Award from the Manitoba Bar Association.
December 11, 2023
Myers LLP expands our team with addition of Erica Thompson
Myers LLP is happy to announce the arrival of Erica Thompson
November 29, 2023
Garth Smorang, K.C. is the 2023 Richard J. Scott Award Recipient
Myers LLP would like to congratulate our very own Garth Smorang, K.C., on receiving the 2023 Richard J. Scott Award.
August 30, 2023
Myers LLP Welcomes Karen and Sharna to the team
Myers LLP is pleased to announce the addition of
July 22, 2023
Myers LLP Secures $19.4-Million Appeal Victory for University of Manitoba Professors in Charter Challenge
The Manitoba Court of Appeal upheld a $19.4-million Charter damages award compensating University of Manitoba professors, following the government's unsuccessful appeal.
June 19, 2023
Congratulations to Andrew E. Fenwick and Nikolai Bola
Congratulations to Andrew E. Fenwick and Nikolai Bola for receiving their Call to the Bar in Manitoba on June 15.
March 11, 2022
Josh Weinstein has become a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers
JOSH WEINSTEIN has become a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, one of the premier legal associations in North America.
November 19, 2021
Michael Clark has been appointed a Judge of The Provincial Court of Manitoba
Myers LLP is pleased to announce that Michael Clark has been appointed a Judge of The Provincial Court of Manitoba.
November 18, 2021
Myers LLP named one of Canada’s Best Law firms
Myers LLP is honoured to have been named one of Canada’s Best Law Firms for 2022.
November 1, 2021
Labour arbitrators have exclusive jurisdiction to hear human rights complaints from unionized workplaces
The Supreme Court of Canada recently issued its decision in Northern Regional Health Authority v. Horrocks, 2021 SCC 42, ruling that disputes involving human rights complaints from unionized workers fall within the exclusive jurisdiction of labour arbitrators.
October 20, 2021
Mel Myers 20th Annual Labour Conference Rescheduled to March 17-18, 2022
Due to health concerns arising from the recent spread of the COVID-19 virus, which continue to evolve on a daily basis, the lawyers at Myers LLP have decided to schedule the 20th Annual Mel Myers Labour Conference to March 17-18, 2022, at the Victoria Inn Hotel and Convention Centre.
January 21, 2021
Mel Myers 20th Annual Labour Conference Rescheduled to November 17 & 18
The Mel Myers 20th Annual Labour Conference has been rescheduled to November 17 and 18, 2021, at the Victoria Inn Hotel and Convention Centre.
January 13, 2021
Susan Dawes appointed as Vice Chair of Winnipeg Airports Authority
Winnipeg Airports Authority is pleased to announce the re-appointment of Brita Chell as Chair of its Board of Directors for 2021 and the appointment of Susan Dawes as Vice Chair.
September 29, 2020
CERB replaced with modified EI and newly announced federal benefits
Since March 2020, many Canadian workers have been unable to work for reasons related to COVID-19. In response, the Canadian government implemented the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (“CERB”), which provided for $2,000 per month to employed and self-employed Canadians directly affected by the pandemic.
June 15, 2020
Manitoba Court Finds “Draconian” Wage Restraint Legislation Unconstitutional
This case involved a constitutional challenge to The Public Services Sustainability Act (“PSSA”), brought on behalf of a labour coalition comprised of the Manitoba Federation of Labour (“MFL”) and 28 plaintiff unions.
June 15, 2020
Manitoba Court of Queen’s Bench Strikes Down The Public Services Sustainability Act
The Myers LLP Labour Department is pleased to announce that the Manitoba Court of Queen’s Bench has declared The Public Services Sustainability Act unconstitutional.
April 16, 2020
Union Constitutions and COVID-19
Union Constitutions and COVID-19: Unions faced with the circumstances from COVID-19, may be grappling with the requirements in their constitution and bylaws.
April 13, 2020
How the March 30, 2020 Public Health Order Impacts Unions and Associations (Updated April 11, 2020)
This is to advise of the newest Public Health Order issued March 30, 2020, that will now require the temporary closure of union and association offices, further to social distancing efforts required by COVID-19.
March 27, 2020
COVID-19 & The Workplace: Benefit Programs, Employment Insurance and Work-Sharing
The Government of Canada has consolidated its previously announced benefit programs (Emergency Care Benefit and the Emergency Support Benefit) into one program called the Canadian Emergency Response Benefit. This benefit is designed to help workers who have lost their employment due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
March 27, 2020
COVID-19 and the Right to Refuse Dangerous Work
I am worried I could be exposed to COVID-19 at my workplace. Can I refuse to report to work?
If your workplace remains open during the pandemic, and working from home is not a feasible option, you are expected to go to work.
March 12, 2020
Mel Myers 2020 Labour Conference Rescheduled to November 9 & 10
Due to health concerns arising from the recent spread of the COVID-19 virus, which continue to evolve on a daily basis, the lawyers at Myers LLP have decided today to reschedule the Labour Conference which was to be held next week on March 19 and 20 to November 9 and 10, 2020, at the Victoria Inn Hotel and Convention Centre.
March 12, 2020
Garth Smorang, Q.C. has been inducted as a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers
Myers LLP is pleased to announce that Garth Smorang, Q.C. has been inducted as a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, one of the premier legal associations in North America, at its 2020 Spring Meeting in Tucson, Arizona.
October 18, 2019
19th Annual Mel Myers Labour Conference
The 19th Annual Mel Myers Labour Conference will be held on March 19 & 20, 2020. This is an event not to be missed! In the past, the Mel Myers Labour Conference has attracted over 350 union leaders, activists, and labour lawyers. Registration for this event is now open. Please make sure you or your organization register for this highly anticipated conference.
October 11, 2018
Jeff Harris Appointed Justice of the Manitoba Court of Queen’s Bench
The Honourable Jody Wilson-Raybould, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointment of Jeff Harris under the new judicial application process announced on October 20, 2016.
September 5, 2018
17th Annual Mel Myers Labour Conference
The 17th Annual Mel Myers Labour Conference was held on March 15 & 16, 2018. The event was once again a great success! Over 350 union leaders, activists, and labour lawyers were in attendance.
