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The classification of workers has become an increasingly
relevant consideration for both hirers and workers in today s
rapidly changing economy. Traditionally, workers have fallen into
one of two distinct categories for payment in exchange for their
labour: employees or independent contractors. These categories are
strongly fact-driven and have important legal ramifications for
both the hirer and worker, especially with regards to issues such
as worker protections, dismissal, human rights, vacation pay,
reasonable notice, worker accommodations, and even tax
treatment.
A key difference between employees and independent contractors