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LC's should be required to pass a multiple choice or scenario-based test that helps them understand what is lawful and what isn't. And if they can't comprehend/pass the test, then they shouldn't be allowed to work here because they could be vulnerable to abuse. Also, foreign workers' rights...

LCP I am unable to understand your point. What is coming from the Filipino community? I'm from the Filipino community. So whatever you're listening/contributing to within your circles, you are wasting your time. And no I do not work for the government. On the flip side, no pun intended, I...

After the PR application requirements have been fulfilled, (minimum number of hours met within 2 years), and the PR application has been submitted, is the live-in caregiver required to continue working? If they stop, will it impact the PR application for them or their family they are planning...

The application has already been submitted

It is unlikely a conspiracy/ploy as you suggest. The new regulations were IMO put in place for the reason the govt said they were putting them into place, to protect the live-in from unfair employment practices. The new application system will screen out all the deadbeat employers that...

After the PR application requirements have been fulfilled, (minimum number of hours met within 2 years), and the PR application has been submitted, is the live-in caregiver required to continue working? If they stop, will it impact the PR application for them or their family they are planning...

No. It was pretty clear that you were trying to justify illegal rent, illegal miscellaneous living/boarding costs and illegal working conditions. In general, just because someone smiles when they ask someone to work extended hours without pay (keeping in mind that as an employer, you pay for...

Torontogal, your question assumes the employer is charging a minimum of 1700/month for rent?! Do the math.... 12 hours a day is 60 hours a week 60 hours times $10 plus the 16 addtl hours in OT = $680/week $680 a week times 4.3 weeks/month is $2924 Based on your assumption, 1200/month is...

It doesn't matter if she had breaks. When someone works overtime they should get paid. And it is not unreasonable to keep a log. In the non-caregiving employment world, employees track their worked time and days and report this to payroll, so why would caregivers not be able to track their...

Some companies have internal hiring policies that require longer job postings. It is not clear why you may lose the job by Monday. It is poor practice for employers to send out job offers with the intent of nit following through. Does the job not require an LMO or can you obtain your work...

If the employer violates the contract, notice by the employee is not required, as per the employment standards act and any provincial employment code Also the link you included specifically says NONE/NO notice is required by the employee if wages are reduced, etc.

Jobseeker, There is no labour law that requires an employee to give two weeks notice. The employment standards act does say that an employer (not an employee) needs to give an employee that has worked longer than 3 months, a minimum of 2 weeks notice (up to a year, depending on length of...

Document the times, occurrences and conversations you had in a detailed summary log. If you have any correspondence from her via email, save those too. Call the labour number for more help. Verbal contracts are binding just tougher to enforce. That's why logging down conversations and...

Australia has warmer weather than Canada. Snow, ice, life and death cold conditions, can make people depressed and/or cranky and or suffer from s.a.d. Just my thoughts.

I just read a post about an employer trying to take advantage of a foreign worker. If you are a live in caregiver, please know that you have employment rights that your employer is required by law to follow. If they do not, then you need to let them know your rights. If they continue to...

I just read a post about an employer trying to take advantage of a foreign worker. If you are a live in caregiver, please know that you have employment rights that your employer is required by law to follow. If they do not, then you need to let them know your rights. If they continue to...

Best of luck! Please report her after you leave. She is a terrible employer that is clearly taking advantage of foreign workers just because she thinks she can. This is terrible but I'm sure just the tip of the iceberg. If you suffered any damages from this crazy lady, you should be...

Lilemms, what was the reason for refusal? Was it that an lmo was not completed? If the reason for refusal is something that can be corrected, make the changes and then resubmit.

Hi, I understand that the live in caregiver (LCP) application processing time appears to be 12-18 months after the LMO is received in Manila, Philippines. Does anyone know whether this is accurate and/or whether an application can be fast-tracked for a fee or through a special program? Any...

Hi Frenzie, There are SAP jobs available in Toronto and Calgary. Some employers appear willing to wait for foreign candidates with good SAP experience, strong communication skills and a professional attitude, in the event eligibility to work is imminent. When you ask whether people...