Thursday, April 7, 2011

Grade 10 Career Prep

Employment Standards


*Use the Fact Sheets link for questions 2 and 3*

List General standards in Manitoba

-          Minimum wage

-          Standards different for part time employees

-          People in agriculture covered

-          What must a pay statement show?

-          What can be deducted from wages?

-          Can employers deduct for uniforms or make employees purchase uniforms?

-          Can employees have a dress code?

-          Are employees entitled to a day off?

-          Do employees need to give notice when quitting?

-          Do employers need to give notice when firing?

Explain the legal working hours and how overtime works.

Explain vacation time and pay as well as list the general holidays in Manitoba.