Deadlines for federally regulated employers

Canadian regulatory deadlines

Watch this page frequently as we report on updates to these federal legislative requirements and support employers with tips, resources, and tools.

Note: Not a comprehensive list of all programs and deadlines; check the government’s Labour Program Forward Regulatory Plan: 2024 to 2026 for more.

ProgramDeadlineNotes
Legislated Employment Equity Program (LEEP) annual reports 
Annually, June 1
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Accessible Canada Act (ACA)
Progress report annually by June 1
Update Accessibility Plans every 3 years
Bill C-58 Amendments come into force, impacting unionized work places 
June 20, 2025
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Pay Equity statements 
Annually, June 30
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More: Pay Equity Act
Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention (WHVP) 
IMPORTANT: rolling deadlines depend on individual company start date
• Refresh training every 3 years
• Review and (if necessary) update policies every 3 years
• Review workplace risk assessments every 3 years
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