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Know Your Rights: Minimum Wage

Can you be paid below the minimum wage? Only 1 answer: Absolutely No.

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.

Know your Rights: Training must be paid

Unpaid Training? That’s not a thing in Ontario workplaces

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