New Paid Sick Leave Rules Coming Into Effect for Federally Regulated Workers

Labour Minister Seamus O’Regan speaks during a news conference, Oct. 9, 2022 in Ottawa. The Canadian Press/Adrian Wyld

Employees in federally regulated private-sector workplaces are now eligible for 10 days of paid sick leave.

As of Dec. 31, workers who have been continuously employed for at least 30 days will have access to three paid sick days.