As a job seeker you’ve likely spent some time preparing for interviews. But how do you prepare for inappropriate questions? What if an employer asks about your age, race, marital status or religion?

Read more to learn about your rights and responsibilities.

Learn about Employment Standards

Before you accept an employment offer, make sure you’re aware of the minimum standards of wages and working conditions. For most workplaces, this information is set out in B.C.’s Employment Standards Act. However, some industries have special rules about wages and working conditions. Check the Employment Standards Factsheets to see if there are any special rules for your industry.

If you are a foreign worker, review the Employment Standards for Foreign Workers factsheet. It’s available in six languages.

In unionized jobs, the collective agreement sets out wages and working conditions. If you’re a unionized employee – check the Labour Relations Code to learn about your rights.

Discover Your Right to a Safe and Healthy Workplace

As an employee you should also be aware of your right to work in a safe and healthy environment. Visit WorkSafeBC to learn about your occupational health and safety rights in B.C.

Learn More

Visit the B.C. Ministry of Labour, Citizens’ Services and Open Government website for more on provincial employment-related legislation.

You may also want to visit our Employer section, which contains information relevant to workers in B.C.