EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
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PARTIES TO THE AGREEMENT
This Employment Agreement (“Agreement”) is made between the Employer and the individual signing and agreeing to the terms herein, referred to as the Temporary Agency Employee (“TAE” or “Employee”), operating within the Province of Ontario.
COMMENCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT
The Employee’s engagement begins on the date stated in the applicable job assignment notification (“Start Date”), referred to collectively as “JAN.” As a TAE, you hold “Elect to Work” status, meaning you may choose to accept or decline temporary assignments. Assignments are offered based on availability and are not guaranteed. The Employer, not the client site to which you are assigned, is your official employer.
This Agreement is subject to the provisions of Ontario’s Employment Standards Act (ESA) unless otherwise specified.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND LOCATIONS
Your job title, responsibilities, schedule, and assignment details will be specified in each JAN. Assignments may also occur at alternate locations within 50 kilometers of your residence, with prior notice provided.
As a TAE, you are required to follow the Employer’s policies and procedures, including those related to scheduling, health and safety, and conduct, as well as any relevant client-specific requirements. You must only perform duties for which you have been properly oriented or trained. Any violations may result in disciplinary actions, up to termination of employment.
The Employer reserves the right to adjust your working hours, assignments, or duties in response to business requirements.
COMPENSATION AND DEDUCTIONS
The hourly wage for each assignment will be outlined in the JAN. The Employer will deduct all required amounts for taxes, benefits, or other legal obligations. Additional compensation, such as bonuses, is discretionary and does not create an entitlement.
WORKING HOURS AND AVAILABILITY
Your regular hours of work, breaks, and overtime will align with the ESA and the specifics outlined in your JAN. Overtime, if applicable, will be compensated as per the ESA.
TAEs are not guaranteed a minimum number of work hours, and schedules may fluctuate based on assignment availability. Weekly updates on your availability must be provided to the Employer. Failure to communicate availability for three consecutive weeks may result in the termination of your active status and the conclusion of your employment.
LEAVE AND VACATION PAY
You may choose one of the following vacation pay options:
4% paid weekly; or
Vacation pay accrued and disbursed prior to vacation or annually.
Vacation requests of up to five days require at least 72 hours’ notice, while longer vacations need at least two weeks’ notice. Requests will be considered based on the needs of the business and granted on a first-come, first-served basis.
CONFIDENTIALITY OBLIGATIONS
During your assignments, you may access confidential information belonging to the Employer or its clients. You agree to protect this information and not disclose or misuse it during or after your employment. All confidential materials must be returned upon conclusion of your assignment or termination of employment.
TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT
The probationary period for this role is the greater of three months or 450 hours worked. During this time, the Employer may terminate the employment relationship without notice, beyond compensation for time worked.
After the probationary period, termination without cause will follow ESA guidelines unless termination is for just cause, in which case no notice or pay in lieu of notice will be provided.
Employees intending to resign must provide at least two weeks’ written notice. Active service is expected during this period unless otherwise agreed by the Employer.
TEMPORARY NATURE OF ASSIGNMENTS
Assignments are temporary, and no guarantee is provided regarding the length or continuity of employment. Assignments may end at any time without advance notice or compensation beyond hours worked.
COMPLIANCE AND LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
Your employment is contingent upon passing pre-employment checks, including confirmation of your legal eligibility to work in Canada. Ongoing compliance with Employer and client policies is required throughout your employment.
GOVERNING LAW
This Agreement will be governed by and interpreted under the laws of the Province of Ontario.
OWNERSHIP OF WORK
All work created, prepared, or completed during your assignments is the property of the Employer or its clients, as applicable. This includes all intellectual property, documents, designs, and outputs.
COMPLETE AGREEMENT
This Agreement, along with any relevant JANs, represents the full understanding between the Employer and Employee regarding your employment terms. Any amendments must be agreed upon in writing.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND ACCEPTANCE
By signing below, you confirm that you have read and understood the terms of this Agreement, and you acknowledge that your employment begins upon signing.
You further represent that all information provided during the hiring process is accurate and that you are legally authorized to work in Canada.
Your signature below serves as a legally binding acknowledgment of your agreement to these terms.