3.1: Introduction
- Describe the B.C. Employment Standards Act
- Describe the B.C. Human Rights Code
This section offers a general introduction to the BC Employment Standards Act . The Employment Standards Branch also has posters and a Guide to the Employment Standards Act available free of charge for employers to display in the workplace. This Act, like all provincial legislation, is subject to periodic review by government. It is your responsibility as an employee or employer to keep up to date with your rights and responsibilities. If you require specific advice about a dispute related to employment standards, you should contact the Employment Standards Branch.