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Ontario workers are grappling with a flawed system for recovering unpaid wages, as employers often disregard Ministry of Labour orders with minimal repercussions. Cases like Jaskaran Singhs, who worked without pay for a month and still hasnt received his due, underscore the issue. The process is further complicated by the transfer of cases to the Ministry of Finance for collections, leading to delays and a lack of transparency. Workers and advocates express frustration over the lack of accountability, as employers seem to face no real consequences for withholding wages. Despite Ontario law providing strong enforcement tools, the ministry remains silent on recent fines or prosecutions. Calls for stricter enforcement grow as workers continue to face unpaid wages, with companies often operating without penalty.

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