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Q: In what circumstances does an employee have the right to refuse to do work?
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Should employers have the right to fire an employee if they refuse to work on a sabbath day?

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Can an employee refuse to work more then their rostered shift?

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There are lots of laws which relate to employment. Your specific rights do depend to some extent upon the agreement that you have with your employer, but you also have other rights that do not have to be stated in any such agreement. You have the right to refuse dangerous work. You have the right to be paid for your work, minimum wage or more.


What is a refusal to work?

If an employee or service provider declines to perform the function for which he or she was engaged, that is a "refusal to work." In the context of workplace safety and health, if an employee believes that death, serious injury, or debilitating illness is likely to result from performing the assigned task, that employee may have a legal right to refuse to perform the work. Such a situation is often called "refusal to work" for short. Refusal to work may also occur as part of a labor action. Then it is often called a strike.


What are some of the standard health and safety requirements in the workplace in Canada?

The primary standard of health and safety in Canada is that every employee has the right to work in a healthy and safe environment. Employees have the right to training and protective equipment if needed. They have the right to know of dangers related to their employment and to refuse to work if they feel the conditions are unsafe.


If an employee is called back to work for less pay but declines can they still collect unemployment?

I do not believe that you can continue to collect unemployment if you refuse ANY legitimate offer of work.


Can you be fired for refusing to do work that you were not hired for?

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Is there a right for every employee to have a bonus?

No. You have a right to be paid for work that was assigned and completed. A bonus is beyond that, and is not a right.


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Should you leave your girlfriend because she dose not work?

Yes and no because if they refuse to work because they are lazy, you have a right to leave them.