MBiz | Summer 2026

Sick notes overload the health care system and take time away from patient care. Plus, they aren’t a very effective tool to manage absenteeism. Thankfully, Manitoba’s employers, unions, and HR experts have jointly recommended eliminating sick notes for most short-term absences. The provincial government has introduced legislation that will limit sick notes. Doctors are here to help We understand this may be a big change for some employers. That’s why Doctors Manitoba has partnered with HR experts to create a free toolkit to help you transition away from sick notes, and we’ve planned a webinar for employers and HR professionals to help.

Thanks for eliminating sick notes.

FREE WEBINAR June 18 at 11:00 a.m. Beyond the Sick Note: Turning Manitoba’s New Legislation Learn what employers need to do to manage short-term illness absences without defaulting to sick notes, while building an attendance culture grounded in trust, clarity, and consistency. We’ll also cover what changes when absences extend: practical disability management and return-to-work planning. into Better Attendance & Return‑to‑Work Practices

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This webinar is a partnership between Doctors Manitoba, Manitoba Chambers of Commerce, and People First HR.

Register and download the

free HR toolkit at DoctorsNotes.ca

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