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Federally Regulated Companies

If you are a paid for hire carrier and your company crosses provincial or international borders you will be considered a federally regulated company. Employers and employees will use the federal regulations for all matters of occupational health and safety for employees and the workplace.

Federal Regulations for Employers & Employees

Canada Labour Code Part I – Industrial Relations

Canada Labour Code Part II – Occupational Health & Safety

Canada Labour Code Part III – Standard Hours, Wages, Vacations and Holidays

Canada Labour Code Parts I, II & III in PDF

Federally Regulated Workplaces

Federally regulated workplaces will use the Canada Occupational Health & Safety Regulations for the workplace. Remember your workplace is where you work representing your employer.

Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations – Here  PDF

We also have Industry Links on this page, a spot where you will find information and resources trucking industry related.

The Canadian Human Rights Act defines dependence on drugs or alcohol (substance dependence) as a disability. This means that when an employee is diagnosed with substance dependence, they have a right to be accommodated by their employer—just as anyone else with a disability. This guide is to help federally-regulated employers address substance dependence in the workplace in a way that is in harmony with human rights legislation.  Click on the picture below to open up a PDF that you can view and print

Disclaimer: The content on this site is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. While the NSTSA strives for accuracy, it does not guarantee completeness or applicability. Employers are responsible for complying with all applicable legislation. Templates and tools must be reviewed and adapted to your organization. 

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