Canada has a dual labour relations framework: federally regulated industries (banking, telecommunications, inter-provincial transportation) are governed by the Canada Labour Code, while the vast majority of employees fall under provincial Employment Standards Acts (ESAs). Select your province below for specific overtime thresholds, minimum wage, vacation pay, and statutory holiday rules.
Select a state or province to view specific rules:
Ontario's Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA) is enforced by the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development. It sets minimum standards for hours of work, overtime, paid leave, and termination notice.
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BC's Employment Standards Act (RSBC 1996) is enforced by the Employment Standards Branch. BC has daily overtime rules similar to California, and a robust statutory holiday and statutory pay framework.
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Alberta's Employment Standards Code (RSA 2000) is enforced by Employment Standards with the Employment Standards branch. Alberta has no daily overtime threshold—only a weekly standard.
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Quebec's Act Respecting Labour Standards (ARLS) is administered by the Commission des normes, de l'équité, de la santé et de la sécurité du travail (CNESST). Quebec has French-language requirements for all employment documents and unique family leave provisions.
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ClockIt handles federal and state/provincial rules together — overtime, leave, payroll, and more.
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