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Ontario provides paid COVID-19 sick leaveOntario has passed the COVID-19 Putting Workers First Act. The legislation fills some gaps in the Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit program, ensuring employees have access to three paid sick days for reasons related to COVID-19. Learn more |
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Immigration policies and programs transferred to MLTSDThe government has decided that the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD) will take on responsibility for immigration work and programs from the Ministry of Children and Community Social Services. This transfer will add newcomer settlement services, immigration policy and language training to the programs already run by MLTSD in the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Division. The two ministries will work together to ensure a smooth transition. |
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New COVID-19 workplace guidance: vaccines & rapid antigen test screeningOntario has released new guidance about how COVID-19 vaccinations and rapid antigen screening can help keep workplaces safe. As the province expands vaccination efforts and as more workplaces use rapid antigen screening, all Ontarians need to stay diligent and employers must continue to ensure that public health and safety measures are maintained in the workplace. Read more about vaccination guidance Read more about rapid antigen test screening guidance |
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Ontario makes COVID-19 precautions mandatory in workplace lunchroomsIt’s important that employers create safer spaces for meals and breaks, consider how to ensure physical distancing, capacity and time limits, and good ventilation in lunchrooms. On April 23, Ontario amended the Reopening Ontario Act to require that when removing their masks to eat or drink, workers can maintain a two-metre distance or are separated by an appropriate barrier, indoors and out. Read more |
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COVID-19 webinars: Information for employers and workers about ESA and OHSAMinistry experts continue to host webinars to answer questions and provide information related to COVID-19 for workers and employers. Log on to better understand rights and obligations under the Employment Standards Act (ESA) and the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA). Read more |
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2021 Occupational Health and Safety “Research Day” goes virtualThe Ministry and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) are hosting virtual “Research Day” events on June 17 and 24. These events will feature selected ministry-funded research and WSIB-funded research. Register |
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Occupational exposure limits consultationThe Ministry is consulting on new or revised occupational exposure limits (OELs) based on the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists recommendations for 2018 and 2019. It is also consulting on other potential changes related to occupational health, including changes to the OELs for silica and hydrogen sulfide. The deadline for comments is June 7, 2021. Read more |
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Office of the Fairness Commissioner amends assessment frameworkThe Office of the Fairness Commissioner, which ensures the registration practices of many regulated professions are compliant with fair-access legislation, recently amended its assessment framework to use an evidence-based, risk-informed model of compliance. The framework was developed following significant consultation with subject matter experts, the regulatory community and other stakeholders. Read more |
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WSIAT survey for videoconference and teleconference participantsRepresentatives who appear before the Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal (WSIAT) in videoconference or teleconference hearings are invited to provide feedback by completing a survey, results of which are used to inform processes and resources. Results of surveys collected since May 2020 were shared at a March stakeholder event. Read more under “Surveys” | Complete survey |
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CRE-MSD: Free June 2 webinar on exoskeletonsCentre of Research Expertise for the Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders (CRE-MSD) is hosting a free webinar on June 2, titled “Exoskeletons: Reimagining Safety at Work – Working Smarter, Not Harder.” The webinar is a partnership with CRE-MSD and Toyota, and shows how Toyota implemented this innovative technology, the benefits, limitations and impact on employee protection. Register |
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IHSA launches new safety podcastInfrastructure Health and Safety Association (IHSA) has launched a new safety podcast that seeks to improve the lives of workers in Ontario. Each episode explores best practices, resources, and training to control and eliminate safety hazards in work environments involving high-risk activities in the industries that IHSA serves: construction, transportation and electric utilities. Listen to the first episode |
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IWH: Global and local learning opportunitiesInstitute for Work & Health (IWH) news and updates:
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OHCOW: Resources for workplace mental health, agricultural workers, COVID-19 preventionOccupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers (OHCOW) news and updates:
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PSHSA: Updated workplace PPE information & invitation to participate in healthcare workers research studiesPublic Services Health and Safety Association (PSHSA) news and updates:
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WSN: Mental health resources and webinars on lockout concerns and motor vehicle incidentsWorkplace Safety North (WSN) news and updates:
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WSPS: Health & Safety Leadership Survey results, young worker focus, COVID resourcesWorkplace Safety & Prevention Service (WSPS) news and updates:
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Court bulletinsView bulletins on recent court decisions that resulted in fines and other penalties under Ontario’s workplace laws. Read more |
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