Asked by David Kovalenko on Jun 15, 2024

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Which of the following is NOT covered by employment standards legislation in Canada?

A) minimum wages
B) minimum age for employment
C) pay equity
D) hours of work

Employment Standards Legislation

Laws and regulations established to protect the rights of workers, setting minimum standards for pay, work hours, and conditions.

Pay Equity

The principle of ensuring that employees are compensated equally for work of equal or comparable value, aimed at preventing discrimination based on gender, ethnicity, or other irrelevant factors.

Minimum Age

The lowest legal age at which an individual is permitted to engage in a specific activity or employment.

  • Ascertain the responsibilities and extent of pay equity statutes in Canadian provinces.
  • Understand which employees might not be subject to minimum wage laws and the reasoning for these exemptions.
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sumit wadhawanJun 17, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Pay equity is not specifically covered by employment standards legislation in Canada, but rather falls under human rights legislation.