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Monday, March 14, 2022 1:15 PM
On June 1, 2022, B.C.'s lowest-paid workers will get a pay boost, with the general minimum wage increasing from $15.20 to $15.65 an hour.
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Tuesday, March 8, 2022 11:30 AM
As people across the globe join together to honour and celebrate International Women’s Day, B.C. is set to begin consultations on new pay transparency legislation.
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Wednesday, February 16, 2022 2:00 PM
The B.C. government is bringing in new protections to help keep workers safe from the danger of asbestos.
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Thursday, January 20, 2022 10:00 AM
Ten years ago, two workers were killed and 20 others were injured in an explosion at the Babine Forest Products mill near Burns Lake.
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Tuesday, January 11, 2022 8:00 AM
British Columbians are invited to provide feedback on proposed health and safety requirements for contractors, employers and workers who undertake asbestos abatement work.
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Thursday, December 30, 2021 10:00 AM
Employers and workers throughout B.C. are reminded that, as of Jan. 1, 2022, eligible employees are entitled to a minimum of five paid sick days each year if they have worked at the organization for at least 90 days.
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Wednesday, December 8, 2021 6:30 AM
Harry Bains, Minister of Labour, has issued the following statement on the workers’ compensation system:
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Monday, December 6, 2021 9:00 AM
Six directors have been reappointed to WorkSafeBC’s governance board.
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Saturday, December 4, 2021 1:00 PM
A new chair has been appointed to lead the organization that workers or employers can access if they want to appeal a decision from WorkSafeBC.
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Wednesday, November 24, 2021 12:15 PM
Paid sick leave will be standard for workers in British Columbia beginning Jan. 1, 2022, with a minimum of five paid sick days each year.
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