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Legislative Update

Manitoba sick-note restrictions effective October 1, 2026

Useful for attendance management, leave administration and disability-related HR processes.

What happened

Manitoba states that Bill 11 received Royal Assent June 1, 2026 and takes effect October 1, 2026, limiting when employers can request a doctor's note for short-term illness or injury.

Why it matters

Useful for attendance management, leave administration and disability-related HR processes.

Source

Verified against the linked primary source: Government of Manitoba.

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