In b.c. if you are called into work how many hours must you be paid for(minimum)?

Question

In b.c. if you are called into work how many hours must you be paid for(minimum)?

Answer 1

answer Number one is very solid, it depends on your work agreement. and the laws that you can find posted under the link in question number 1.

if its unionized see your shop stewart, and check the union book. as these laws would apply first or in conjuction with the laws of the labour agreement.

Answer 2

it all depends on your job

Answer 3

this is what i found as an answer to this question. hope it helps.

"Minimum Daily Pay

An employee who reports for work must be paid for at least two hours, even if the employee works less than two hours.

If an employee who is scheduled for more than eight hours reports for work, he or she must be paid for at least four hours.

If work stops for a reason completely beyond the employer’s control, the employee must still be paid for two hours or the actual time worked, whichever is greater.

An employee who reports to work but is unfit for work only has to be paid for time actually worked.

An employee who is not in compliance with WCB health and safety regulations only has to be paid for the time actually worked. "