Employment Standards Branch

Good Friday, Friday, April 6, is the next statutory holiday in B.C.
On November 1, 2011, minimum wage increased to $9.50 per hour and will increase again to $10.25 on May 1, 2012.
The liquor server minimum wage increased to $8.75 on November 1, 2011 and will increase again to $9.00 on May 1, 2012.
There are no changes made to the piece rate wage for hand harvesting certain crops.
September 2009 decision of the BC Supreme Court on temporary layoffs


Information and Forms Understanding Employment Standards in B.C.		Complaint Process Steps to take if you have a workplace problem

Specific Industries Some industries and sectors are covered by specific regulations		Employer's Corner Variances, keeping records, and other things employers need to know

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