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Sense of decency at work in Ontario continued from p.23 Nearly one in five workers now have parttime work, they earn about half as much as someone who's working full-time. Temporary employment continues to rise at an average rate of 3.5 per cent annually. More than 10 per cent of workers are involved in what's considered temporary. "And we have more people forced to work more than one job simply to pay the bills or pay the rent," he said. "The review is about improving the business model, specifically businesses like you that play by the rules. "It's about businesses unlike those people in this room, that somehow think that they can play above the rules ­ that the rules apply to you, but they don't apply to somebody else," he continued. "That you pay vacation pay, or you pay overtime, but they don't have to. Some businesses just don't think they have to pay their employees at all from time to time." Flynn said there are employers who take advantage of people and try to find ways to get around the law. "Because of that, we have to put in place legislation that protects workers and businesses," he said. He went on to say that it's no surprise that Ontario is the place where people want to live. "There's a sense of decency within the workplace in Ontario," he added. "We can prosper, we can take on the world 25 | Thursday, November 10, 2016 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com There's a sense of decency within the workplace in Ontario. We can prosper, we can take on the world and there's also the sense that we owe something to each other. The biggest asset in the province... is our people, it's the education, our skilled workforce, the public education system we have here. Ontario Labour Minister and Oakville MPP Kevin Flynn and there's also the sense that we owe something to each other. "The biggest asset in province... is our people, it's the education, our skilled workforce, the public education system we have here." He said that we've built a place that most people in the world would find to be a very good place to call home. "It's no accident that people move from all around the world to Canada, and it's no accident that they choose southern Ontario as the place they want to live," he said. "That's because of the work that you've done. That's because of the work the chamber of commerce has done." Flynn said he hopes to present a balanced bill in the spring that "understands business needs to be competitive, but also takes into account there's a sense of decency toward each other." Expect a First-Class Experience Amica Mature Lifestyles offers retirement living that reflects your personal desires and needs. We start with a beautiful building in a great location. Then we add first-class amenities, services and staff to deliver a premium experience with personal touches such as a Personalized Wellness Plan, which addresses the lifestyle and support preferences of each resident. Expect Many Ways to Enjoy Your Day Choose to relax or join in activities tailored for all residents. Spend a memorable afternoon in the gardening centre with raised planting beds, or enjoy a movie in the home theatre. Every day and evening there is something happening at Amica. IS YOUR HOUSE READY FOR WINTER? CHOOSE ENERGY SMART UPGRADES AND SAVE! This fall, Union Gas, in partnership with the Government of Ontario, will give you up to $5,000 to outfit your house in smart, energy efficient style. With the Home Reno Rebate, you'll get cash back for energy saving upgrades ­ like a new furnace, for instance. See how you can renovate and save at uniongas.com/homereno. CALL A PARTICIPATING CERTIFIED ENERGY ADVISOR BEFORE STARTING YOUR RENOVATIONS. 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We also offer respite stays ideal for when you are recovering from illness or surgery, when you need a break, or when your family or caregiver is out of town. This is a great way to experience life at Amica first hand. Expect More We have locations in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario. Visit www.amica.ca to find a community near you and book a tour today! Some conditions apply. Please go to uniongas.com/homereno for complete terms and conditions.