Ontario proposes ban on requiring workers to pay for uniforms
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TORONTO – Ontario’s labour minister is proposing to ban employers from making employees pay for their uniforms.
David Piccini says no one should have to pay out of pocket for a uniform just to earn a paycheque.
The government says the change addresses a common but overlooked issue in entry-level sectors such as retail, hospitality and food service, where some workers pay upwards of $50.
The ban would apply when uniforms are mandatory and employer-specific, such as including a logo, and not reasonably usable outside work.
Consultations on the rule change will look at exempting small businesses.
The government is also proposing to make new rules around talent agencies, including setting a limit on commission rates and requiring timely payment to entertainment workers.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 14, 2026.