This guide covers the core employment obligations for Newfoundland and Labrador employers under the Labour Standards Act and the broader Newfoundland and Labrador workplace law framework, including minimum wage, hours of work, overtime, statutory holidays, vacation, leaves of absence, termination notice, occupational health and safety, human rights and accommodation, and workplace harassment and violence prevention.
Use this guide as a research starting point. For a complete, ready-to-issue Newfoundland and Labrador employee policy manual that stays current with legislative amendments, see the Canada Policy Manual Newfoundland and Labrador subscription.