Information on prosecutions, convictions and acquittals under Saskatchewan's Labour Standards Act and regulations and The Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations.

Canada Day will be observed on Wednesday, July 1st. See Public (Statutory) Holidays on Page 12 of the Rights and Responsibilities booklet for information about calculating payment for Public Holidays, work on a public holiday and overtime during the week in which a public holiday occurs.

The Labour Standards Compliance and Review Unit (CR Unit), will accept and investigate anonymous or third party complaints and will initiate targeted audits where there is specific evidence to suggest non-compliance with The Labour Standards Act and Regulations.

In cooperation with the Saskatchewan Dental Hygenists' Association, Labour Standards Information for the Dental Industry has been prepared to help employers and employees understand labour standards.

In cooperation with the Canadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association, Labour Standards Information for the Restaurant and Foodservices Industry has been prepared to help employers and employees understand labour standards.

This document provides information on labour standards for pay rate, pay schedules, hours of work, etc. 

Saskatchewan has lowered the minimum age of employment in five sectors.  Take our survey and tell us what you think!

In September, 2007 new labour laws were introduced that provide added job security for Reservists, repeal the "Northern Overtime Exemption", and provide changes to Minimum Call-Out.

Here are some tips for young workers, parents and employers on how to get the most out of the Ready for Work Program.

The Rights and Responsibilities document informs employers and employees alike about work schedules, overtime, public holidays, annual vacation, benefits for part-time employees, payroll administration, terminations, parental leave, time off for illness or injury, equal pay, permits/licenses/variations, domestic and home workers, complaints and enforcement, and commercial hog barn workers.