Doctors, as represented by the Canadian Medical Association, a kicking back against a move by the Ontario government to require employees to present a doctor’s note if they miss work because of an ailment. The Canadian Press story Friday says a note will be required for “even minor illnesses, such as the common cold” It says a privately commissioned poll suggests a majority of working Canadians oppose allowing employers to require sick notes for minor illnesses. The survey also finds that eight in 10 Ontarians who responded said they would likely come in to work when ill if their employer required a sick note.
