CWEX14A
Module 14A: Employment Standards A (Core)
Outcome
Explore fair and cooperative workplace practices and procedures.
Indicators
(a)

Describe individual’s rights and responsibilities with respect to fair treatment in the workplace as outlined by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and the Saskatchewan Human Rights Code.

(b)

List fair workplace practices covered by The Saskatchewan Employment Act, 2019.

(c)

Brainstorm a list of questions new employees should ask employers before beginning work, and role-play appropriate ways to ask them. Questions may include:

  • What is my schedule of work hours?
  • What is my wage?
  • How and when will I be paid?
  • What deductions will be made from my pay cheque?
  • Who is my supervisor?
(d) Discuss and suggest ways to address conflict situations that may occur in the workplace.
(e) Propose resolutions to workplace conflict as represented in a variety of scenarios.
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R012301
Canadian Startup Uses AI to Reduce Job Interview Bias
This is a five-minute video segment from The National (CBC) that highlights the use of artificial intelligence in reducing bias during the hiring process. It features a Canadian startup company called Knockri to find out about the promises its technology makes and the challenges it faces.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
free
canadiancontent
rovervideo
Record posted/updated: February 7, 2022
R012319
Saskatchewan Safety Council Career Safety Education
This website offers free module-based training for general career safety education. It provides information on safety procedures to prevent injuries at work or at home. The online components are specifically designed by industry safety experts to address the most common injuries to new workers in their respective fields.
Media and Formats : Website
Price : Free
free
canadiancontent
saskatchewancontent
Record posted/updated: January 31, 2022
R012300
How Can Governments Help Stop Overwork?
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
free
canadiancontent
rovervideo
Record posted/updated: December 6, 2021
R031048
Guide for New Workers
This guide published by WorkSafe Saskatchewan is written in a question-answer format to provide general information to anyone new to the labour market. It provides general information about aspects of the workforce that can assist new and young workers make a successful transition to paid employment.
Media and Formats : Book Document
Price : Free
Record posted/updated: February 8, 2022
R011237
Workplace
This book from the Etiquette for Success series gives practical advice about etiquette in the workplace. It discusses the notions of personal presentation, organization and productivity, respect for others and tips on how to be tactful and diplomatic in work situations. QR codes lead to videos on the topics presented. An index, glossary of terms and a list of books and internet resources are also featured.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $23.95 USD
Record posted/updated: June 10, 2022
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Ready for Work
This teacher resource binder from WorkSafe Saskatchewan provides information and activities related to workers, workplace safety practices and readiness for work. It includes information on Occupational Health and Safety, recognizing hazards, WHMIS, and employment standards. While the resource specifically references the previous CWEX curriculum, the topics are relevant to the renewed 2020 curriculum.
Media and Formats : Book Document
Price : Free
Record posted/updated: June 10, 2022