The Act respecting labour standards applies to most employees in Quebec, including those working remotely (for example, working from home). An employee is someone who works for an employer and receives a salary. The Act respecting labour standards says what is legally acceptable regarding working conditions.
Who is Covered? All employees of certain enterprises having workers engaged in interstate commerce, producing goods for interstate commerce, or handling, selling, or otherwise working on goods or materials that have been moved in or produced for such commerce by any person, are covered by the FLSA.
Advance notice periods The length of the period depends on how long you've been working for your employer: less than 3 months: no minimum advance notice period. between 3 months and 1 year: 1 week. between 1 and 5 years: 2 weeks.
The Act respecting labour standards applies to most employees in Quebec, including those working remotely (for example, working from home). An employee is someone who works for an employer and receives a salary. The Act respecting labour standards says what is legally acceptable regarding working conditions.
You can file a complaint with the CNESST in two ways: Online. By telephone at 1 844 838-0808.
In Quebec, the Act respecting labour standards protects most employees by providing minimum acceptable working conditions.
The employer must give written notice of termination of employment in ance with the prescribed notice period to the worker who is being dismissed. If they do not give notice or do not give sufficient notice, the worker is entitled to an indemnity, that is, monetary compensation.
All employers, whatever the size of the business, must: make the workplace safe. prevent risks to health. make sure that plant and machinery is safe to use. make sure safe working practices are set up and followed. make sure that all materials are handled, stored and used safely. provide adequate first aid facilities.