This guide is a summary of the main topics covered by the British Columbia Employment Standards Act and Regulation, intended for general information purposes. Sections of the guide explain provisions of the Act relating to who is covered by the Act, the hiring of employees, paying of wages, record-keeping, hours of work, overtime, flexible work schedules, statutory holidays, leaves and jury duty, annual vacation, special clothing or uniforms, termination of employment, variances, complaints, enforcement measures, and penalties. The guide also includes a glossary of important terms and a section on frequently asked questions about the Act.