Your employer has made an agreement with you and the government to provide a job for you in Manitoba. The agreement gives you a lot of information including what pay you will earn while employed in Manitoba.

The employer is required to meet all of the conditions of this agreement. If the agreement requires your employer to pay for your airfare, health care and for a place to live while in Manitoba the employer cannot deduct these costs from your pay.

The conditions of your employment contract cannot be less than the minimum standards for employment as outlined in Manitoba's employment standards legislation. There are some situations where employers and employees can agree to different provisions, but they can never agree to less than the minimum standards.

Common questions on employment contracts

What is the objective of having a signed employment contract?
The objective of an employment contract is to set out the terms of your employment between you and your employer. It can help you and your employer avoid problems by protecting your rights and providing a clear record of what your employer expects from you and what you can expect from your employer.

What can I expect from my employment contract?
Your employment contract cannot establish standards for your employment that are below the standards outlined in Manitoba's employment laws. Your employment contract may provide you with information on your responsibilities and employer's expectations in the following areas:

• start time for work
• number of hours you will be required to work
• days of the week you will be required to work
• job duties
• rate of pay
• your supervisor's name and contact information

Can a third-party recruiter be a party to and signatory of an employment contract?
No. Third-party recruiters cannot sign employment contracts on behalf of an employer.