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Thursday, July 18, 2024. Labour Community Services of Peel was interviewed by CBC News about the growing crisis of unpaid wages by long-haul trucking employers. Saini, a recent immigrant, took a trucking job with hopes of earning a substantial income. However, after completing two trips from Toronto to California, he found himself $3,000 short as… Read More »Wage Theft Crisis in Canada’s Trucking Industry
Dear Community Members, Clients, and Partners, We regret to inform you that our primary phone lines at Labour Community Services of Peel are temporarily disrupted. We understand the importance of maintaining open communication with our community, and we are working diligently to resolve this issue as quickly as possible. In the meantime, we have established… Read More »Primary Phone Number Temporarily Disrupted
Training in the workplace is a pivotal element in the professional development of employees and the overall growth of an organization. Recognizing its importance, Ontario has taken a legislative approach to ensure that employees are fairly compensated for training periods. This not only underscores the value of employee time but also sets a standard for… Read More »Unpaid Training? That’s not a thing in Ontario workplaces
Ontario Minimum Wage The minimum wage in Ontario is governed by the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA), which outlines the rights and responsibilities of both employees and employers in Ontario, Canada. The minimum wage is the lowest rate an employer can legally pay their employees. It’s designed to provide workers with a minimum standard of… Read More »Can you be paid below the minimum wage? Only 1 answer: Absolutely No.
