What Happens if a Statutory Holiday Falls on Your Day Off in Ontario?

Learn your rights for statutory holidays falling on days off in Ontario, including holiday pay and employment standards.

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If a statutory holiday falls on your day off in Ontario, you are not entitled to an additional day off. However, you are still eligible for holiday pay for that day. Ensure to check your employment contract or speak with your HR department to understand how your organization handles such scenarios and ensure compliance with Ontario's Employment Standards Act.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Am I entitled to an extra day off if a stat holiday falls on my day off in Ontario? No, if a statutory holiday falls on your day off in Ontario, you are not entitled to an additional day off but are still eligible for holiday pay.
  2. How do I know if I qualify for holiday pay on a stat holiday that falls on my day off? You should review your employment contract or consult your HR department; under Ontario's Employment Standards Act, you are generally eligible for holiday pay even if the holiday falls on your day off.
  3. What does the Employment Standards Act say about statutory holidays in Ontario? The Employment Standards Act requires employers to provide eligible employees with holiday pay for statutory holidays, regardless of whether the holiday falls on a scheduled workday or a day off.

Watch More

For more detailed information on employment rights related to statutory holidays and holiday pay in Ontario, consider watching our videos on calculating holiday pay, understanding the Employment Standards Act, and employee rights during public holidays.

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