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Seasonal Workers Left in the Lurch | Mauritius News
Seasonal workers in Canada’s sugar industry have filed over 1,700 complaints since 2022—mostly about being fired, unpaid wages, and poor conditions—with 23 cases still heading to court. Despite the chaos, no inspections, fines, or violations were recorded by Labour. Worker numbers have plummeted from 7,700 to just 454 before rebounding slightly in 2026. Many complaints stem from losing jobs without recourse, as unemployment benefits now exclude temporary contract workers—even though laws exist to protect them on pay, travel, and retirement. The government is exploring off-season work options…
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