As an employee, staying informed about your rights and duties is critical. Whether you are working as a full-time or part-time employee, knowing your legal rights and obligations is critical. Along with being familiar with your rights, it is equally important to abide by the duties found in legislation and common law.
The B.C. Human Rights Code outlines the fundamental human rights of the people of Canada. Along with being thorough with these codes, it is important to be familiar with specific employee codes, to ward off any discrimination in the workplace.
The B.C. Employment Standards Act sets out the minimum entitlements for all employees in B.C. who are employed by a provincially regulated employer. The entitlements under the ESA relate to minimum wage requirements, vacation pay, special leave entitlements, overtime pay requirements, amongst many others.
Employee Rights in Canada
- Workplace Discrimination and Harassment
- Minimum Wage Standards
- Special Leave Permits