Is it legal for my manager to make me stay in the staff room during my breaks?

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Is it legal for my manager to make me stay in the staff room during my breaks?

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THE QUESTION
I work in retail sales and get a 30-minute unpaid break per shift. I usually go out for lunch or take a walk outside for fresh air. But for the last few…

This story appeared on theglobeandmail.com, 2025-06-17 13:00:00.