How Protected Are Your Workplace Rights?

Discover how well you understand your employment rights in Canada. In just 4 quick questions, we'll assess your knowledge of workplace protections, wage laws, and what to do when violations occur. Get your personalized assessment and find out exactly what you need to know to protect yourself at work.

If your employer hasn't paid you overtime despite working 50+ hours per week, what's your first move?

Accept it and move on—employers can decide their own overtime policies Mention it casually to your manager and hope they fix it Document the hours worked and request payment in writing Document everything, request payment in writing, and consult an employment lawyer if ignored

You're being asked to work in conditions you believe are unsafe. What's the correct action?

You must work there or risk losing your job You can refuse, but your employer might retaliate You have the legal right to refuse unsafe work without penalty You can refuse, report to your employer and government agency, and you're protected from retaliation

You're experiencing discrimination at work based on a protected ground. What's your best first step?

Stay silent and hope it stops on its own Tell a coworker about it and see if they can help Report it to HR or management verbally Report it to HR in writing, keep copies, and file a human rights complaint if unresolved

You're being terminated. Which entitlements are you legally guaranteed?

Nothing—employers can fire you for any reason without compensation Just your final paycheck for hours worked Final pay, accrued vacation, and notice or pay in lieu Final pay, accrued vacation, notice/pay in lieu, severance, and legal review of whether termination was lawful

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