Question: Question 1 ( 8 points ) Jacobsen is a new employee at the accounting firm of North Island LLP . Jacobsen has been hired as

Question 1(8 points)
Jacobsen is a new employee at the accounting firm of North Island LLP. Jacobsen has been hired as a junior human resources associate who will assist with recruitment of new accountants to the firm. Part of Jacobsen's contract reads as follows: "As a new member of the firm, we want to advise you of a few obligations which all employees are expected to follow. While you will be employed on a full-time basis (minimum 40 hours per week), your hours of work will vary higher from time-to-time; as such, you consent to working greater hours than those normally required without receiving extra compensation. As compensation for all time worked, you will receive a total of $17.20 per hour. For the duration of your employment, you will receive your vacation pay at a rate of 4% and be entitled to four weeks of vacation time. Further, you are entitled to all ten statutory holidays as well as paid holidays for Boxing Day and your birthday. As part of your normal duties, you will be entitled to an unpaid meal break following six consecutive hours of work. Lastly, we expect that employees of the firm will keep all client information private and you are subject to an ongoing duty of confidentiality. We look forward to having you as a part of the team!"
1. In reviewing Jacobsen's contract, explain the four provisions which violate the ESA and describe why. (8 marks 2 marks per correct violation)

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