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Workers' rights

Make your health and safety a priority

Did you know that Quebec workers are protected by laws and standards? When you work in Quebec, you enjoy the same protection. Contact the appropriate organizations to:

  • report an accident in your work place
  • learn the current minimum wage
  • obtain practical advice for preventing accidents

To learn more

  • Au bas de l'échelle  ―  If you are a non-unionized worker, you have rights for which you must stand up. Visit this site to learn more.
  • Commission de la santé et de la sécurité du travail (CSST)  ―  What should you do in case of an accident in your workplace? A valuable source of information about your rights and possible recourses. Be proactive and consult the "Youth" section on accident prevention.
  • Commission des normes du travail  ―  Learn about the minimum working conditions in Quebec (minimum wage, number of hours, paid holidays, overtime).
  • Droit de cité  ―  Visit this site geared to young people to learn about the realities of Montréal’s job market, the challenges you may encounter and the rights of young workers. <br />