I am a cross border truck driver based out of Ontario. Currently, my employer does not provide any paid sick days. Since truck driving is a federally regulated industry, the Canada Labour Code states that we are entitled to 10 days of paid medical leave. Can you please clarify what I am legally entitled to?

If you are a federally regulated employee, you would be entitled to all leaves in the Canada Labour Code, including the 10 days of paid sick leave. However, truck drivers classified as independent contractors are not considered employees under the Code and would not be entitled to the paid sick days. Please contact our Firm for a consultation to discuss your specific circumstances.