Released on September 3, 2015
George Sterner Trucking Ltd. pleaded guilty to two charges under The Saskatchewan Employment Act in Melfort Provincial Court on September 1, 2015.
The company was fined a total of $2,800 for failing to pay public holiday pay and failing to pay overtime. Two charges against George Sterner, director of the company, were stayed.
The Employment Standards Division of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety supports fair and equitable workplace practices through public awareness and enforcement of The Saskatchewan Employment Act and regulations. Whenever necessary, violators will be prosecuted.
For further information on Employment Standards convictions, please visit www.saskatchewan.ca/work/employment-standards/complaints-investigations-enforcement-and-fines/.
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For more information, contact:
Jennifer Veri
Labour Relations and Workplace Safety
Regina