by HR Covered | Feb 6, 2026 | Sick Leaves
As an employer in 2026, managing sick leave isn’t just about tracking hours, it’s about navigating a rapidly changing legislative landscape. Across Canada, the “doctor’s note” is becoming a thing of the past for short-term absences. Governments...
by HR Covered | Dec 5, 2025 | British Columbia, Sick Leaves
The Government of British Columbia has implemented significant changes to sick-note requirements—changes designed to reduce the administrative burden on both employees and health-care providers while helping prevent the spread of illness in workplaces. Effective...
by HR Covered | Dec 5, 2025 | British Columbia, Sick Leaves
British Columbia has officially expanded job protections for workers coping with serious illness or injury. The recent amendments to the Employment Standards Act (ESA) now allow employees to take up to 27 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave within a 12-month period...
by HR Covered | Nov 7, 2025 | British Columbia, Sick Leaves
Workers in British Columbia coping with serious illness or injury may soon have stronger job security. The provincial government has introduced an amendment to the Employment Standards Act (ESA) that would allow employees to take up to 27 weeks of unpaid,...
by HR Covered | Oct 31, 2024 | Accommodation, Sick Leaves
Managing employee leaves can be challenging. As workplace dynamics evolve post-pandemic, the complexities surrounding leaves of absence and medical documentation have intensified. Employers need a clear understanding of various leave types, employee rights, and the...
