Sick Leave Ontario eases access to long-term sick leave There are still legal grey areas that could leave employers unprepared to handle requests, say experts iStock.com/demaerre Image Josh Stephens Senior Reporter Thursday 01 May 2025 Workers in Ontario will soon be entitled to a new form of “unpaid illness leave” as the latest aspect of the recent employee-friendly legislation takes effect in the province. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Sick Pay Selling porkies? SA court rules on dubious sick note dismissal Sick Leave Suspicious of mounting sick leave, German bosses turn to private eyes Non-Competes High Court upholds 12-month non-compete for trader faking sickness Sick Leave UK’s workforce is sick and getting sicker, study finds