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3 consecutive hours free from work

By McCarthy Tétrault LLP | 2 Minutes Read October 16, 2015

Do your employees require time off to vote?

Under the Canada Elections Act, all Canadian employers (with some limited exceptions in the transportation industry) must ensure their employees have 3 consecutive hours free from work during opening hours for polls on election day.

Article by McCarthy Tétrault LLP / Employee Relations, Employment Standards, Payroll / 3 consecutive hours free from work, Canada Elections Act, election day, employment law, Polling Day, time off to vote, voting leave

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