Why is the University implementing an Electronic Monitoring Policy?

In 2022, the Ontario government passed Bill 88 – the “Working for Workers Act” – that requires organizations with 25 or more employees to have a written policy about electronic monitoring of employees.

Learn more about requirements under the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA) covering the electronic monitoring of employees.

What is “electronic monitoring”?

For the purpose of the University’s policy, electronic monitoring is a broad term that generally refers to a system or tool’s ability to report on its usage or user interaction.