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But not everyone is covered by this law. Some types of workers are not included. For example, it doesn’t cover those working in certain licensed professions (such as architects and lawyers). It doesn’t cover babysitters or students working at their school or in work-study programs. | But not everyone is covered by this law. Some types of workers are not included. For example, it doesn’t cover those working in certain licensed professions (such as architects and lawyers). It doesn’t cover babysitters or students working at their school or in work-study programs. | ||
As well, '''independent contractors''' aren’t covered. Unlike employees, independent contractors are hired by the employer to perform a service. They are in business for themselves. | As well, '''independent contractors''' aren’t covered. Unlike employees, independent contractors are hired by the employer to perform a <span class="noglossary">service</span>. They are in business for themselves. | ||
Some workers are covered by parts of the Act but not all of it. For example, farm workers are protected by some but not all sections of the Act. | Some workers are covered by parts of the Act but not all of it. For example, farm workers are protected by some but not all sections of the Act. | ||