CBC fires Jian Ghomeshi

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I don't think the CBC was obligated to do anything. They chose to cut ties when it went public and therefore distanced themselves from the s-h-i-t-storm. I wouldn't call it an obligation.

You don't think people should be obligated to report a crime, that's fine but I don't know how it will benefit the CBC if they are aware of criminal acts and turn the other cheek. I think that would hurt the CBCs image more than just about anything else
 

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Stop being silly, me pointing out what you did there, isn't indicative of my state of emotion. It's just an observation, but thanks for the laughs.


It clearly states that activities outside must not adversely affect the employees ability to perform their duty for the corporation, nor adversely affect the corporation.

I'd say he's done both.

And since only a moron wouldn't be able to fully understand the viewer-ship and advertisers backlash from this. He had to go.

agreed, most if not all companies do that if they have a reputation to maintain and who doesn't.... and yes, he has broken that piece of the contract. even if he didn't sign a contract, he's screwed. I think the fine print may even say 'the appearance of impropriety" that covers almost anything they chose to make it cover...
 

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Stop being silly, me pointing out what you did there, isn't indicative of my state of emotion. It's just an observation, but thanks for the laughs.

Yes...clearly upset

It clearly states that activities outside must not adversely affect the employees ability to perform their duty for the corporation, nor adversely affect the corporation.

I'd say he's done both.

You're very silly.
 

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I don't think the CBC was obligated to do anything. They chose to cut ties when it went public and therefore distanced themselves from the s-h-i-t-storm. I wouldn't call it an obligation.

If they have evidence that he did something illegal they would be obligated to hand it over to the police.
 

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agreed, most if not all companies do that if they have a reputation to maintain and who doesn't.... and yes, he has broken that piece of the contract. even if he didn't sign a contract, he's screwed. I think the fine print may even say 'the appearance of impropriety" that covers almost anything they chose to make it cover...
Actually it states "gross misconduct".

I think that fits.

I've hit several high end Toronto Law firms webpages, who've commented on the complaint, the consensus is, he doesn't have a leg to stand on. It all goes back to the union, based on precedent.

The CBC will quash his claim at the first reading.
 

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If they have evidence that he did something illegal they would be obligated to hand it over to the police.

apparently, the tape gets picked up soon

don't understand why they haven't already
 

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agreed, most if not all companies do that if they have a reputation to maintain and who doesn't.... and yes, he has broken that piece of the contract..

Has he? Or has he broken CBs interpretation of the contract?
 

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Has he? Or has he broken CBs interpretation of the contract?

they won't have an interpretation, it will be written by them, for them, iron clad, all sealed up by their myriad of lawyers that are on call for them 24/7

he doesn't have a prayer if he chooses to go in that direction unless someone there has done something incredibly stupid and under the circumstances of how this went down, i would doubt that
 

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You don't think people should be obligated to report a crime, that's fine but I don't know how it will benefit the CBC if they are aware of criminal acts and turn the other cheek. I think that would hurt the CBCs image more than just about anything else

Did they witness the crime or just hear about it? They are only obligated to report what they actually witness.

From what I understand the CBC was making money from him and only when his downside eclipsed his money making ability did they take action.

If they have evidence that he did something illegal they would be obligated to hand it over to the police.

Tangible evidence, yes. He said, she said I don't think so.
 

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they won't have an interpretation, it will be written by them, for them, iron clad, all sealed up....

Oh, I know they won't have an interpretation. I was referring to CB. The section he is referring to is 12c
12 OUTSIDE ACTIVITIES
12.1
Employees shall be free to engage in activities, such as voluntary and/or paid work outside their hours of work, provided:
a) that such activities are not in competition with the media services of the Corporation. This provision does not apply to temporary employees or freelancers;
b) that without permission, no employee may exploit his/her connection with the Corporation in the course of such activities; or
c) that such activity does not adversely affect his/her work for the Corporation
 

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Did they witness the crime or just hear about it? They are only obligated to report what they actually witness.

From what I understand the CBC was making money from him and only when his downside eclipsed his money making ability did they take action.



Tangible evidence, yes. He said, she said I don't think so.

I don't know what the CBC knew or didn't know. I'm only going by heresay. Nothing I've heard so far justifies his firing. That does not mean it wasn't justified. I'd just like to hear something more substantial than CB limited legal expertise and JLMs tantrums.
 

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Oh, I know they won't have an interpretation. I was referring to CB. The section he is referring to is 12c
Not just, but do go on embarrassing yourself, lol.

There was a tape? I missed that part. Ok. The CBC should have done something with that.
I'm not sure what they could do with it. It would appear they may have withheld it to avoid actually being in breach of trust, without knowledge of an actual crime.

I don't know what the CBC knew or didn't know. I'm only going by heresay. Nothing I've heard so far justifies his firing. That does not mean it wasn't justified. I'd just like to hear something more substantial than CB limited legal expertise and JLMs tantrums.
Or yours, lol.

I always find it funny when you play this game, lol.
 

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I don't know what the CBC knew or didn't know. I'm only going by heresay. Nothing I've heard so far justifies his firing. That does not mean it wasn't justified. I'd just like to hear something more substantial than CB limited legal expertise and JLMs tantrums.

They have every right to disassociate with a broadcaster that no longer maintains an image they want to be associated with. I am near positive that he would have had a morals clause in his contract. If he didn't the CBC deserves to lose the lawsuit although not sure how anybody would think the CBC has $50 million. They don't even have hockey anymore.
 

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I don't know what the CBC knew or didn't know. I'm only going by heresay. Nothing I've heard so far justifies his firing. That does not mean it wasn't justified. I'd just like to hear something more substantial than CB limited legal expertise and JLMs tantrums.

Hearsay and stupidity. No surprise there Bucky.