N.S. tables bill to increase protection for some workers
The new protections in the proposed legislation would not apply to some workers, including people working in the construction and agriculture sectors.
Nova Scotia's government has introduced a bill aiming to enhance worker protections. Labour Minister Nolan Young's proposed legislation reduces the overtime threshold from 48 to 44 hours per week. The bill also equips the government with new tools to recover unpaid earnings owed to workers. Furthermore, it expands overtime eligibility for voluntary extra hours, not just work required by employers.
However, these protections would not cover certain sectors like construction and agriculture. The bill also includes a measure to prevent tip theft, guaranteeing that gratuities reach those who earn them. The proposed changes to overtime and tip protection rules are set to take effect on April 1, while wage recovery measures will be implemented through separate regulations.
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