Employment Law
Once you have found a job, you have rights as an employee under federal and provincial law. There are also standards that you and your employer must follow.
- What are my rights as a worker in Ontario?
Your rights as a worker are protected by the federal and provincial labour laws. Most workers in Ontario are covered by the Ontario Employment Standards Act. - Your Rights at Work: Employment Standards Act
The Employment Standards Act, 2000, known as the ESA, is a law that sets minimum standards for fair workplace practices in Ontario. - Click here to download this information in other languages
Workers’ Action Centre
The Workers’ Action Centre is a worker-based organization committed to improving the lives and working conditions of workers in low-wage and unstable employment. Knowing your rights at work is an important step to protecting your rights. The centre provides information and education resources to enable workers to organize for change.
Learn more:
New Protections for Live-in Caregivers
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Are you an Independent Contractor or Employee?
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Urdu,
Portuguese
Job Scams: Is this a real job?
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Are you a Temp Agency worker? Know your rights.
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Urdu
Workplace Harassment and Violence
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