Bill 142: Menopause Awareness Act, 2026

This is a symbolic proclamation bill with no direct regulatory obligations on businesses. That said, the preamble signals the Ontario government's interest in encouraging employers — particularly those with significant numbers of women aged 40 to 60 in their workforce, such as healthcare, retail, education, and office-based industries — to adopt workplace policies that support employees experiencing menopause or perimenopause. Larger employers may choose to use October as a prompt to review HR policies, wellness programs, or accommodation practices, while small businesses with just a few staff are unlikely to feel any immediate pressure. There are no penalties, reporting requirements, or mandated actions attached to this bill.