Ontario to increase fines for ‘bad actor’ employers
The upcoming labor omnibus bill, scheduled for introduction in the legislature on Monday, encompasses several significant changes.
One notable provision is the extension of cancer, heart, and post-traumatic stress coverage to wildland firefighters, aligning their benefits with those of municipal firefighters. Additionally, the province plans to establish a novel high school apprenticeship track to address the increasing need for skilled trades workers.
Furthermore, the government intends to eliminate the need for sick notes for minor absences, aiming to alleviate the burden on overburdened family physicians.