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N.B. government reminds employers of rules for young workers

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With summer vacation almost upon us, the provincial government has issued some reminders about the rules related to employing children under 16.

In a release from the Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour, the province said restrictions for children under 16 are in place to ensure their safety and well-being.

Under the Employment Standards Act, any child under 16 is allowed to work a maximum of six hours per day.

While school is in session, that number falls to a maximum of three hours a day on school days. They’re also not allowed to spend more than eight hours of the same day attending school and working.

Children under 16 are not allowed to work overnight, between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.

The rules are even tougher for children under 14.

They’re not permitted to work in the following industries:

  • forestry
  • construction
  • any industrial undertaking
  • automotive service
  • hospitality (hotel or restaurant)
  • theatre or dance hall

The act does allow for anyone under 16 to work outside of these rules, but only if the job is deemed safe and the child’s guardian agrees.

Employers who want an exemption to the rules have to get a permit and apply for authorization from the department’s employment standards branch.

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Dept. of Post-Secondary Education develops plan to improve accessibility in government

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The provincial government’s Department of Post-Secondary Education Training and Labour has released its goals to reduce barriers and improve accessibility over a three-year span.

The news follows a release from the Government of New Brunswick last fall, which showcased a broader five-year accessibility plan to increase inclusivity.

Post-Secondary Education and Training Minister Jean-Claude D’Amours said the plan is another first for them in making New Brunswick more accessible.

“This is not something we can do alone, and this plan shows how we are going to work with other departments to make this happen,” said D’Amours. “Accessibility benefits everyone; removing barriers helps create a New Brunswick where all people can fully take part in daily life.”

He concluded that progress will take time, but that they are committed to meaningful change.

The government’s plan was built with input from people who have experienced barriers.

Here are the five goals:

  • Make government spaces more accessible
  • Ensure New Brunswickers can receive information and communicate with government in accessible ways
  • Build capacity for government to identify, prevent and remove barriers
  • Make it easier for people to apply for and interact with government services
  • Introduce changes to reduce barriers people have experienced

The release says an interdepartmental committee will implement this plan and monitor its progress. Updates can be expected annually from each department.