Full labour mobility will help Ontario workers and industry succeed in a challenging economy by removing barriers to opportunity.

Under proposed legislation to be introduced later today, workers certified in any Canadian province or territory would be eligible for the same certification in Ontario without additional training or testing.  If passed, the Ontario Labour Mobility Act, 2009 would make it easier for workers to commence employment without long delays, with a few exceptions.

Earlier this year, all provinces and territories agreed to eliminate the barriers that prevent certified workers from moving between jurisdictions to work.  The proposed legislation would strengthen Ontario's economy by improving productivity and competitiveness.