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Canada is discussing the implementation 10 paid sick days with Bill C-3. It's much needed, but let's make sure they get it right, Dr. @Monika_Dutt of @DecentWorkHlth writes. #InTheirOwnVoices thestar.com/opinion/contri…

"Trudeau’s government has set an important bar for all governments across the nation. 10 days of permanent sick leave is now widely recognized as a minimum standard. However, there are aspects of the legislation that must be improved," she says. thestar.com/opinion/contri…

"The current proposed Bill states that employees would need to work one month, and then would begin to earn just one day per month to a maximum of 10 paid days per year," she writes, adding that it's insufficient for those just starting work. thestar.com/opinion/contri…

A 2019 survey found that physicians recommend patients stay home for four days with influenza, and three days for the common cold and gastroenteritis. And for COVID-19, public health recommendations can require individuals to stay home for 10 to 14 days.
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"Not having adequate paid sick days is also costly to businesses as employees come to work sick, resulting in less productivity, more workplace injuries, poorer worker morale, and increased spread of infection," Dutt says. thestar.com/opinion/contri…

Canada to implement 10 paid sick days? Lets make sure they get Bill C-3 right.

#InTheirOwnVoices by Dr. @Monika_Dutt
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