Kara M. Bashutski

Having previously worked with prominent employer-side and union-side law firms, and as counsel at the Workers Compensation Board (WCB) of Manitoba, Kara possesses a unique background allowing her to provide well-rounded insights to both employers and employees into workplace matters.

Her expertise spans a broad spectrum of issues, including:

• Wrongful and constructive dismissal
• Severance packages
• Human rights and accommodation
• Workplace discrimination and harassment
• Employment Standards Code
• Workers Compensation Board (WCB) matters
• Privacy concerns
• Workplace policies and employment contracts

In pursuit of continuous professional development, Kara is currently working towards her Human Resource (HR) Certificate, further enhancing her expertise in labour and employment issues.

Kara actively collaborates with the Community Legal Education Association (CLEA) to develop educational materials and provide training to organizations, focusing on the eradication of sexual harassment in the workplace. She frequently presents on workplace issues, and has been invited by clients to present on sexual harassment topics, Covid-19 workplace issues, accommodation matters and general employment issues.

To schedule a consultation or inquire into booking a workplace presentation/training, please reach out to her at kbashutski@dfsku.com.

Calls to the Bar

• Called to the Bar of Manitoba 2012
• Called to the Bar of Saskatchewan 2012

Education

• J.D., University of Manitoba, 2011
• M.A., University of Calgary, 2008
• B.A., University of Ottawa, 2006

Professional Commitment

• Committee Member with The Immigrant Centre (https://www.icmanitoba.com/)
• Member of the Manitoba Runners Association (MRA) and 2023 first place medalist for her age & gender division