What to Do If Your Employer Denies You Statutory Holidays

Employees in Ontario are entitled to statutory holiday pay, but some employers fail to comply. This article explains your rights under the Employment Standards Act (ESA), how statutory holiday pay is calculated, and what steps you can take if your employer refuses to provide it. Learn how to file a complaint and seek legal remedies.

Vacation Pay vs. Vacation Time: What’s the Difference?

Many employees are confused about the difference between vacation pay and vacation time. This article clarifies employer obligations, including when vacation pay must be paid, whether employees can be forced to take time off, and what happens if vacation days are not used. Understand your vacation rights and how to address any disputes.

Understanding Your Right to Overtime Pay in Ontario

Overtime pay is a legal requirement in Ontario for employees who work over 44 hours per week. This blog explains which employees qualify for overtime, how overtime pay is calculated, and what steps to take if your employer refuses to pay. Learn about exemptions and how to assert your rights.

Can Your Employer Change Your Job Description?

Employers sometimes make changes to job duties, but significant modifications may amount to constructive dismissal. This article discusses the difference between minor adjustments and major changes that impact your employment contract. Find out when a job change is legal and what to do if your role is altered unfairly.

Your Rights Under the Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA)

The ESA outlines key employment protections, including minimum wage, overtime, holiday pay, termination notice, and severance entitlements. This article provides an overview of employee rights and employer responsibilities, helping workers understand their legal protections and options for addressing workplace violations.

How Ontario Law Protects Employees During Mass Layoffs

When a company undergoes mass layoffs, employees have specific rights under the ESA, including notice periods and severance entitlements. This article explains what constitutes a mass layoff, employer obligations, and the legal options available to affected employees, including negotiating better severance packages.

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What to Do If Your Employer Denies You Statutory Holidays

Vacation Pay vs. Vacation Time: What’s the Difference?

Understanding Your Right to Overtime Pay in Ontario

Can Your Employer Change Your Job Description?

Your Rights Under the Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA)

How Ontario Law Protects Employees During Mass Layoffs

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