If Your Rights Have Been Violated

What is the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) and how can it help me?
The Workplace Safety & Insurance Board (WSIB) is the provincial agency that provides support and insurance for workers injured on the job.
What do I do if I get hurt at work?
If you get hurt at work, you need to get medical help. This may involve basic first aid, such as going to a walk-in clinic or emergency room.
What are settlement services?
Settlement services support immigrants and refugees to Canada. They can help you settle and adjust to your new life in Canada.

What is workplace sexual harassment and how do I report it?
What to do if you are being sexually harassed at work and how to identify it.
What can I do if my employer will not pay me?
The Ministry of Labour suggests that you first try to talk to your employer yourself. They have worksheets and tools to help you calculate how much your employer might owe you.
When can I file a claim with the Ministry of Labour?
If your employer violated your rights and you do not work for a union, you can file a claim with the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development.

How do I deal with racism and xenophobia?
If you experience racism and xenophobia, there are a few things you can do personally to help you cope and actions you can take to hold someone accountable if you choose to do so.
What is human trafficking?
Human trafficking is when someone is recruited, transported, transferred or held for the purpose of exploitation.
I have a disability. How do I ask for accommodations at work?
You can ask for reasonable accommodations at any point during your employment once you know that you need a change in your job due to your disability.

What is the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) and how can it help me?