On July 20, 2017, CFA was given the opportunity to present to the Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs on Bill 148, Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, 2017.
Following the introduction of Bill 148, CFA surveyed our membership to gauge the potential impact on their businesses. Using the aggregated results of member responses across the franchise industry, CFA explained to government how certain provisions in Bill 148 would have negative impacts on franchised businesses in Ontario.
CFA stressed that the majority of our members believe that an increase in minimum wage by 32% in 18 months, changes to make unionization easier, removal of the flexibility of scheduling, and the implementation of increased vacation and paid leaves will hurt the economy as many will be forced to downsize and, in some cases, close.
Our recommendations to government include the need to conduct an economic impact analysis, and the need for further consultation before implementing these provisions as the collective changes represent too much, too quick for businesses to manage.
CFA also provided the government with a written submission that provides more detail about the general position of the franchise industry.
Should you have any questions about Bill 148, or any other advocacy related issue, please contact Ryan Eickmeier, Vice President, Government Relations & Public Policy a
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