A study encompassing many European countries appears to show that individuals considered to be overweight are more likely to take sick leave. The findings of this report have led to questions regarding employer expectations and employee rights. Can an employer mandate a certain level of fitness from their staff?

Teilen Celentano, an Ontario employment lawyer and Associate at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP joined 640 Toronto's John Oakley to answer this question and more.

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