The parties' promises on Gig and contract workers

This is a page from the 2023 Prince Edward Island general election.

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Gig and contract workers platforms

Here's what the 2023 PEI election parties are promising.

Provide insurance for health, dental, and medications for part-time, seasonal, contract, and gig workers

"Create a Portable Health Benefits Program to provide health, dental, and medication insurance for workers who may not be employed full-time, year-round, or those facing barriers to insurance coverage like seasonal workers, contract employees, and gig economy workers." — peipc.ca, 2023-03-10

Consider ways to protect gig workers

"Explore ways to better protect gig workers." — 2023 Election Platform, 2023-03-23

Provide a seasonal worker benefits programme

"Developing a seasonal worker benefits program to serve as a recruitment incentive for Islander working in seasonal sector to expand their time in the labour market" — Healthcare First: An Action Plan for Islanders, 2023-03-22

Ensure all workers, regardless of job, can qualify for benefits such as overtime, sick days, and holidays

"Bringing in legislation to ensure that all workers, regardless of job, can qualify for benefits such as overtime, sick days and holidays." — NDP Platform 2023, 2023-03-09
Hold companies responsible for the health and safety of employees hired through temp agencies

"Standing up for gig and contract workers, holding companies responsible for the health and safety of employees hired through temp agencies." — NDP Platform 2023, 2023-03-09