Understanding Your Rights Under Ontario Employment Law When starting a new job, many people expect to sign a formal written contract. But in Ontario, that doesn’t always happen. Sometimes you may only receive an offer letter, or even just a verbal agreement to start work. This raises an important question: If you don’t have a written employment contract, are you still protected? The short answer is yes — but it’s important to understand how. 1. No Written Contract Doesn’t Mea