A new survey by the Angus Reid Institute found that 3-in-5 Canadians (59%) would prefer to work remotely most of the time, instead of in the office.

More than 1,900 members of the Angus Reid Forum participated in the online survey, conducted between July 18–22.

Key Survey Highlights

• 72% of Canadians who were asked to return to the office followed their employer’s mandate. However 27% of respondents claim they’re “very upset” about the decision.
• 57% of Canadians younger than 65 believe workers are just as, if not more, productive at home compared to the office.
• 5% of Canadians resigned when their employer asked them to return to the office.

The findings come as major employers, including TD Bank, Royal Bank of Canada, Scotiabank, Starbucks, and Ford, plan to ramp up in-office work in the fall.

Can I be Forced to Return to the Office?

Non-unionized employees in Canada can’t be forced to return to the office if they’ve been working remotely for an extended period of time and that arrangement has become permanent.

This includes individuals working full-time, part-time, or hourly in Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia (BC).

WATCH: Everything You Need to Know About Return-to-Office Mandates in Canada

If remote work has become a consistent and accepted part of your job, a demand to return to the office may be considered a constructive dismissal — a significant change to your employment that could entitle you to full severance (up to 24 months’ pay).

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