Holiday Pay Calculator Ontario 2018

Ontario's holiday pay requirements for 2018 were established by the Ontario Employment Standards Act. This calculator helps you determine the proper holiday pay for employees in Ontario during the 2018 holiday season.

How to Calculate Holiday Pay in Ontario 2018

In Ontario, holiday pay is calculated based on the employee's regular wages and the number of hours they worked during the holiday period. The key factors include:

Regular hourly wage
Number of hours worked during the holiday period
Whether the employee is entitled to premium pay for holidays

Note: The Ontario Employment Standards Act requires employers to pay holiday pay to employees who work during the holiday period, regardless of whether they are entitled to premium pay.

Steps to Calculate Holiday Pay

Determine the employee's regular hourly wage
Calculate the total hours worked during the holiday period
Multiply the regular hourly wage by the total holiday hours to get the base holiday pay
If the employee is entitled to premium pay, add the premium pay amount

Holiday Pay Formula

Holiday Pay = (Regular Hourly Wage × Holiday Hours) + Premium Pay (if applicable)

The formula calculates the total holiday pay by multiplying the employee's regular hourly wage by the number of hours worked during the holiday period. If the employee is entitled to premium pay, that amount is added to the base calculation.

Examples of Holiday Pay Calculations

Example 1: Employee Without Premium Pay

An employee earns $20 per hour and works 8 hours during the holiday period. Their holiday pay would be:

Holiday Pay = ($20 × 8) = $160

Example 2: Employee With Premium Pay

An employee earns $25 per hour and works 10 hours during the holiday period, and is entitled to $50 in premium pay. Their holiday pay would be:

Holiday Pay = ($25 × 10) + $50 = $300

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the holiday pay rate in Ontario 2018?: The holiday pay rate in Ontario 2018 is based on the employee's regular hourly wage multiplied by the number of hours worked during the holiday period. Premium pay may be added if the employee is entitled to it.
Do all employees in Ontario receive holiday pay?: Yes, all employees in Ontario who work during the holiday period are entitled to holiday pay, regardless of whether they are entitled to premium pay.
How is premium pay calculated for holidays in Ontario?: Premium pay for holidays in Ontario is calculated based on the employee's regular hourly wage and the number of hours worked during the holiday period. The exact amount may vary depending on the employee's position and seniority.
Are there any exemptions to holiday pay requirements in Ontario?: There are no exemptions to holiday pay requirements in Ontario. All employees who work during the holiday period must receive holiday pay.
Where can I find more information about holiday pay in Ontario?: For more information about holiday pay in Ontario, you can refer to the Ontario Employment Standards Act or consult with a labour lawyer.