Alberta politician proposes new regulations on tips [Video]

It’s a rite of passage for most folks after a good night out — leaving a little extra for the person who took care of you after enjoying good food, drink and service.

But Alberta NDP MLA Christina Gray says where that tip money goes may surprise you.

“In Alberta, tips and gratuities aren’t considered wages — there are no rules,” Gray said.

“And in more places than you would ever imagine, that money doesn’t go to the workers.”

Gray says that’s why she introduced Bill 210 into the Alberta legislature — a private member’s bill that aims to introduce server-friendly regulations on tips.

If passed, Alberta would join seven other Canadian jurisdictions with similar guidelines — and give more service staff a fair shake.

“It can be used and taken by the owners and managers, and either put in their pockets — or used to fund the operations.”

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