August 14, 2012
A general election will be held in Québec on September 4, 2012. Under the Election Act, an employer must grant employees a leave of at least four consecutive hours to vote while polling stations are open, namely from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., not counting the time normally allowed for meals.
If you would like to obtain information on elections or the Election Act, visit the Chief Electoral Officer website at www.electionsquebec.qc.ca
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