EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS BRANCH

Ministry of Labour
2nd Floor – 6475 Metral Drive, Nanaimo BC V9T 2L9

Phone: 1-833-236-3700   Text:  604-660-2421   Fax: 1-855-490-0476

Website: www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/employment-business/employment-standards-advice/employment-standards

Programs & Services:

  • The Employment Standards Branch Administers the Employment Standards Act and Regulation, which set minimum standards of wages and working conditions in most work places
  • The law in B.C. sets standards for payment, compensation and working conditions in most workplaces. The standards promote open communication, fair treatment and work-life balance for employees.
  • For information related to non-union issues and problems in the workplace