But according to the temporary employment agency that placed him there, he is not actually an employee — either of the agency or the bank. Fawcett has worked for a Scotiabank compliance team for almost a year through temp agency Finance Professionals Inc. When he tried switching temp agencies, Fawcett says he was told by Finance Professionals he could not do so. Nor can agencies stop clients from directly hiring temp agency workers, although they can charge a fee if the client does so within the first six months of the temp’s placement. Last year, a Star investigation revealed how the use of temp agencies limits companies’ liability for accidents on the job, reduces their responsibility for employees’ rights and cuts costs.

Source: thestar May 11, 2018 09:00 UTC