The Employment Standards Act (ESA) has been amended to create three new job-protected leaves for workers in Ontario. It is important that workers understand the purpose of the leaves and… contine reading
Archives for October 2014
Urgent Action Required on Bill 18
We have to act fast to get amendments that will strengthen Bill 18 for all workers. As expected, Bill 18 – the Stronger Workplaces for a Stronger Economy Act, 2014… contine reading
WAC Members make news, gear up for Bill 18
October 20 – Legislative Assembly Resumes: Proposed new law could mean better protection for workers On October 20, the Ontario Legislative Assembly will be resuming. Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs) will… contine reading
Let’s make Bill 18 for “Stronger Workplaces” even stronger!
The Ontario government has re-introduced legislation that takes some important steps to improve the working conditions of workers in unstable employment – Bill 18 The Stronger Workplaces for a Stronger… contine reading
New WAC factsheet: Undocumented Workers Rights at Work
Even if a person is undocumented, without status or a valid work permit they are still covered under Ontario’s Employment Standards Act (ESA). They can seek unpaid wages and other… contine reading