I would suspect there isn’t a definitive answer to this question. Different regions/provinces/states may have laws addressing this issue. Or not!
In addition to demoting an employee for speaking out against them management may also have the option of taking disciplinary action up to the point of termination.
To compound things, if one works where a collective agreement between a trade union and management in place, there may be language addressing speaking out.
Even where legal language doesn’t specifically address an employee speaking out against the employer, an employer could still find alternative ways to punish the employee, that doesn’t even acknowledge the speaking out. There are often confidentiality, personal behavour policies & procedures in place, even when you are not at work, that would address speaking out against management.
Many years ago, I was terminated for speaking out against a senior manager who was a serial bully. I was terminated. I was fortunate enough to have a collective agreement in place and my union succeeded in reinstating my position and lost wages.
If you are contemplating speaking out against your employer or have done so, it might be an idea to seek legal advice.
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