Ontario Federation of Labour Urges Strong Support of Stay Home If You Are Sick Act of 2020.

The Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) is urging all political parties in Ontario to support New Democratic Party Member of Provincial Parliament Peggy Sattler’s Private Members Bill, entitled “Stay Home If You Are Sick Act” of 2020.

“It is refreshing to see our elected officials propose legislation aimed at improving worker protections. Access to paid leave will not only keep workers safe but will ensure our communities are healthy and safe too. It is a critical component of stopping the spread of COVID, and ensuring our economy can rebound safely and effectively,” said OFL President Patty Coates. “Workers, worker advocates, health professionals and even municipal politicians have called for immediate action on paid leave, the Doug Ford government must heed these calls, and that starts with making MPP Sattler’s bill – the law of the land.”

Read the full OFL statement here.