An employee is entitled to an unpaid leave of absence of up to 52 weeks if the employee’s child disappears as a probable result of a crime. If an employee’s child dies as a probable result of a crime, an employee is entitled to an unpaid leave of absence of up to 104 weeks. A...
An employee is entitled to an unpaid leave of absence of up to 37 weeks within a 52-week period to provide care and support to a critically ill child. A critically ill child is someone under 18 years of age whose life is at risk as a result of an illness or an injury. Am I...
You may file a formal complaint if you feel that your employer or employee has acted in a manner that violates the Employment Standards Act. If you have been unable to resolve the matter with your employer or employee, the next step is to file a written complaint. Who can file a formal complaint? An employee or employer may file a complaint with the Employment Standard Branch, if they feel the Employment Standards Act has been violated. It is recommended that the parties try to resolve disputes themselves before filing a complaint with the Employment Standards Board. How can I file a complaint...
The services on this page are here to help if you or someone you know is experiencing family violence. If you or someone your know is in an emergency, call 911. Island Help Line (toll free) 1-800-218-2885 24-hour free, bilingual, confidential service for all Islanders providing...
The Interministerial Women's Secretariat provides assistance to the provincial government to promote the legal, health, social and economic equality of women. The Secretariat works in partnership with women's organizations and the community to develop projects, programs and...