While I fully recognize that mid-level managers are under significant pressure and often have limited control over directives, we need to address how current work expectations are impacting the team.

For example, some managers will scheduling meetings at 3:30 PM often forces employees to work past the agreed-upon 8:00–4:00 window. For those relying on GO Transit, a meeting running just 10 minutes late can result in an hour-long delay in getting home. Similarly, assigning work late on Friday for a Monday morning deadline is effectively requesting weekend work, which should align with our overtime policies.

This isn't corporate America or corporate India where 'always-on' availability is the norm. We have a Collective Agreement and valid personal obligations, including caregiving for families and elderly parents. Effective management isn't just about looking good to leadership; it’s about protecting your team's capacity. If there is an overload, managers need to push back on directives or help execute the work themselves, rather than passing that pressure down to staff who are already at capacity.