The Stronger Workplaces for a Stronger Economy Act, Bill 18, received Royal Assent on November 20, 2014.
This Bill introduces a number of key changes to Ontario workplace legislation that will protect vulnerable workers and may impact your workplace.
Bill 18 Highlights:
- Annual minimum wage increases will be linked to the CPI (the cost of living index) for Ontario
- Liability for unpaid wages will be shared between temporary help agency and employer
- New reporting requirements for temporary help agencies and the employers who use their services
- Monetary limit for the recovery of unpaid wages was removed
- Time limit for recovery of unpaid wages was extended
Employers who use temporary help agencies should ensure that the agency is compliant with all employment regulations. Refer to the Ministry of Labour directly for details and implementation schedules.
