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ARTICLE · 10 JULY 2026

New Brunswick, Canada Introduces New Pay Transparency And Long-Term Leave Requirements

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New Brunswick has enacted significant employment law reforms through Bill 24, the Pay Transparency Act, and Bill 26, which introduces long-term illness and injury leave protections. These changes will require employers to include salary ranges in job postings, prohibit compensation history inquiries, prepare annual pay transparency reports, and provide up to 27 weeks of protected leave for employees with serious illnesses or injuries.

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New Brunswick recently enacted two significant employment law reforms that will affect employers across the province. Through Bill 24, the Pay Transparency Act, the province has joined a growing number of Canadian jurisdictions implementing pay transparency measures. In addition, Bill 26 introduces a new protected leave entitlement under the Employment Standards Act for employees experiencing long-term illness or injury. Employers may wish to review their hiring practices, compensation policies, and leave management procedures to ensure compliance with these new requirements.

New Pay Transparency Requirements

New Brunswick Bill 24, the Pay Transparency Act, establishes new requirements for employers doing business in the province. 

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