Housemaid Quits After Employer Hides 100 Rubber Ducks Throughout House to Test Her Diligence

On February 1st, 2026, a controversial incident went viral online after a Canadian housemaid named Devon quit her job, feeling embarrassed and disrespected by her employer's bizarre behavior of hiding 100 small rubber ducks throughout the house to test her work diligence. Devon discovered a pink note that read: "To our housemaid, we have hidden 100 small rubber ducks around the house to ensure the work is thorough. Please place all ducks in this jar." The ducks were strategically hidden in difficult-to-reach places like chair legs, plant pots, and tight corners. She attempted to play along initially, finding 76 ducks before deciding to quit immediately. She messaged her employer: "After seeing this note and the ducks, I'm terminating my contract. I'm here to work professionally, not to play games or be tested. If you don't trust my work, you should find someone else." The employer, however, did not apologize and claimed it was just a joke and a fun activity. Devon maintained that the action crossed professional boundaries, leaving her no choice but to resign. The video went viral with nearly 4 million views and thousands of comments, with most supporting Devon and criticizing the employer for disrespecting labor. Comments included: "As someone who has a housekeeper, I can't imagine disrespecting someone who makes our lives easier" and "This is cleaning work, not a treasure hunt."