Electronic Monitoring of Employees
November 1, 2022
As of October 11, 2022, employers with 25 or more employees are required to have a written policy on the electronic monitoring of employees.
The policy must establish whether the employer engages in electronic monitoring of employees, and if so, how.
The policy must also describe in which circumstances monitoring occurs, and for what purpose the information obtained through electronic monitoring may be used.
Employers are to provide the policy to staff within 30 days of starting in their position, within 30 days of policy in place, and within 30 days of any changes to the policy.
The policy, however, does not:
- Establish a right for employees not to be electronically monitored by their employer, nor;
- Create any new privacy rights for employees.
Sound intimidating?
Your HR professional can work with you to ensure you have everything you need to comply with the Employment Standards Act.
We are th rilled to announce Ward & Uptigrove was selected as a recipient of the Southwestern Ontario's Top Employers Award for 2025. The award is based on the following criteria: 1. Workplace, 2. Work Atmosphere and Social, 3. Health, Financial and Family Benefits, 4. Vacation and Time-Off, 5. Employee Communications, 6. Performance Management, 7. Training and Skills Development, 8. and Community Involvement! Here are some of the reasons why Ward & Uptigrove was selected as one of Southwestern Ontario's Top Employers (2025): Ward & Uptigrove increased its full-time workforce in Canada by over 13 per cent in the past year and lets everyone benefit in the company's success with profit-sharing -- the company also offers generous referral bonuses of up to $5,000 per successful candidate as an incentive for employees to recruit friends Ward & Uptigrove hosts three major social events each year, giving employees the opportunity to unwind and connect with food, beverage and entertainment covered by the firm's partners -- events include a post-tax season party (employees plus a guest), a fall golf tournament, and an annual holiday celebration Ward & Uptigrove matches employee donations in kind, and encourages them to lend a helping hand in the community with a paid day off to volunteer Emily MacRobbie, human resources manager at Ward & Uptigrove, says clients appreciate the close connections and sense of care their small-town environment fosters. “We’re big enough to attract and retain some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, while simultaneously being small enough that staff and clients are known on a more personal level,” says MacRobbie. “Employees really appreciate the flexibility the firm offers, such as work location (in office or hybrid) and hours of work arrangements. We keep a pulse on what’s happening and make sure we remain competitive with things like paid time off and flexible health benefits.” To learn more about career opportunities at Ward & Uptigrove visit www.wardanduptigrove.com/careers
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