As of November 12, 2025, B.C. Employment Standards Act (ESA) was updated to change the requirements around sick notes.
Media Release: AgSafe BC Launches New Human Resource Toolkit to Support Agriculture Employers
British Columbia farmers and ranchers will gain invaluable human resource (HR) support, courtesy of a new initiative delivered by AgSafe BC.
New App Bridges the Gap in Occupational Health and Safety for Temporary Foreign Workers
British Columbia farmers and ranchers will gain invaluable human resource (HR) support, courtesy of a new initiative delivered by AgSafe BC.
WSBC: 2026 Preliminary Rates
CUIndustry2025 Rate2026 Prelim Rate 701002Apiary1.431.13 ↓ 701003Berry Farming1.241.13 ↓ 701031Cannabis Cultivation, Processing, or Product Manufacture1.260.88 ↓ 701004Composting2.982.90 ↓ 701005Dairy Farming or … Read More
Media Release: Rural Minds Matter: Support our May Mental Health Awareness Tour in Northern BC!
British Columbia farmers and ranchers will gain invaluable human resource (HR) support, courtesy of a new initiative delivered by AgSafe BC.
Heads Up: Minimum Wage is Increasing in 2025
Starting June 1, 2025, the minimum wage in BC will increase to $17.85 per hour.
Time Off Work for Voting in a Federal Election
With the Federal Election happening on April 28th, there are some important regulations that employers should be aware of.
Media Release: B.C. Farmers Gain On-Demand Human Resources Support
British Columbia farmers and ranchers will gain invaluable human resource (HR) support, courtesy of a new initiative delivered by AgSafe BC.
Canadian Agricultural Safety Association Celebrates Annual Agricultural Safety Week
Canadian Agricultural Safety Week takes place March 16-22 and this year farmers, farm families, farm workers, and farming communities are encouraged to prioritize #FarmSafetyEveryday.
Media Release: AgSafe’s “Stronger Together” Receives National Acclaim
AgSafe is proud to announce that its mini-documentary, “Stronger Together,” has received national recognition for excellence in filmmaking. Produced by videographer Seth Steward.