Canada - Open Portfolio on Telework Legislation and Regulations

Canada Labour Code The telework location must be a suitable working environment that meets the health and safety requirements of the Canada Labour Code, Part II, and its Regulations.	Canada Labour Code
Directive on Telework Telework is used where appropriate, including as a means to ensure an inclusive public service and a safe and healthy work environment where employees have access to flexible work arrangements.	Directive on Telework
Québec’s Act on Occupational Health and Safety The object of this Act is the elimination of dangers to the health, safety and physical and mental well-being of workers. This Act provides mechanisms for the participation of workers, workers’ associations, employers and employers’ associations in the realization of its object.	Québec’s Act on Occupational Health and Safety
Bill 27 This bill reforms the Employment Standards Act. It assesses the new reality of telework and imposes a requirement on employers with 25 or more workers to have a written policy regarding the “right to disconnect”. This disconnection includes not engaging in work-related communications (emails, video calls, etc.) during non-working hours.	Bill 27

*Information confirmed by Employment and Social Development Canada