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Should employers be able to force workers back into the office?

Should employers be able to force workers back into the office?

Update: 2025-09-07
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Some people love the structure, others say it wrecks work-life balance - new data from Angus Reid says nearly 50% of Canadians think federal workers should be forced back into the office. Nearly the same number of people disagree. This is after major major banks like BMO and RBC have mandated up to four days a week in-office. Ontario's public service is following suit, with full-time office returns expected by January. Employers say it's about collaboration, creativity and mentorship. But some workers aren't convinced. For them, remote work offers flexibility, autonomy and time with family. 


Our question: Should employers be able to force workers back into the office? What is lost when we work from home?

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Should employers be able to force workers back into the office?

Should employers be able to force workers back into the office?