June 10, 2025
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Sick leave policies are evolving, and employers need to stay compliant. Several provinces have recently updated their rules around when (and if) you can ask for a doctor’s note.
What’s Changed:
Across Canada, the trend is clear: more employee protection, fewer medical note requests allowed, especially for short absences.
Here’s a snapshot of key updates:
Update your absence documentation protocols now.
Ensure front-line managers know the new rules—inconsistent enforcement can lead to complaints.
Document absences carefully without overstepping.
Prepare for the June 19, 2025 changes to long-term illness leave in Ontario.
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