Module 7: Employment Standards and Compliance
Summary
Photo: Angel Masano, courtesy of the Computing Science Co-op program at TRU
In this module, you:
- Gained clarity on the legal distinctions between paid and unpaid work-integrated learning (WIL) placements under B.C.’s Employment Standards Act, including when unpaid placements are legally exempt and how to avoid misclassification.
- Explored ethical responsibilities that go beyond compliance, such as offering equitable access, accommodations, and inclusive supervision to support safe and meaningful student experiences.
- Reviewed wage subsidy and funding programs, including SWPP, Mitacs, NRC IRAP, and SR&ED tax credits, that help employers offer paid placements while maintaining legal and ethical standards.