Our world is in crisis. Yes, we are all in this together. But even in chaos, people still have rights and obligations to comply with the law. Employers have a legal obligation to provide a safe work environment. Employees have a right to refuse unsafe work. Employees also have rights when it comes to layoffs, which may amount to a wrongful dismissal, entitling an employee to damages. Employeesaffected by Covid-19 may have the right to compensation as well.
Sites of Note
Federal Support
General information, including financial and economic support for both individuals and businesses, is available on the Health Canada Coronavirus Disease page, here.
BC has declared a provincial state of emergency, so the public must act in accordance with orders, notices and guidelines issued by the Provincial Health Officer. You can read about these guidelines here.
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