Recalling employees back to work and COVID-19 – 580 CFRA
Alex Lucifero is an employment lawyer and managing partner of Samfiru Tumarkin LLP’s Ottawa office. He joined Kristy Cameron on Ottawa Now to discuss employee rights as Ontario continues to ease restrictions on workplaces amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
- How should an employee be notified when they are returning to work? How much advance notice do they need?
- I am a senior with a preexisting health condition? Should I return to the workplace if I am recalled?
- I am concerned that my workplace doesn’t allow for proper physical distancing. What should I do?
Learn more about your rights during the coronavirus pandemic through our Coronavirus (COVID-19) Knowledge Centre, where you can find resources about your employment rights during COVID-19.
About the Author
Alex C. Lucifero
Alex C. Lucifero is a partner and member of Samfiru Tumarkin LLP's Labour and Employment Law Group and Long-term Disability Group in Ontario.
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