How to Calculate Stat Holiday Pay in Ontario 2018

Calculating statutory holiday pay in Ontario for 2018 requires understanding the specific regulations and applying the correct formula. This guide will walk you through the process step by step, including how to use our calculator tool to determine the exact amount owed.

What is Statutory Holiday Pay?

Statutory holiday pay refers to the additional compensation employees receive for working on designated public holidays in Ontario. These holidays include New Year's Day, Family Day, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Civic Holiday, Labour Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

Under Ontario's Employment Standards Act, employers must pay non-exempt employees their regular wages for any hours worked on a statutory holiday. The pay rate is calculated based on the employee's regular hourly wage or, if the employee is paid weekly, based on the weekly wage divided by the average number of hours worked in a week.

How to Calculate Stat Holiday Pay in Ontario 2018

Calculating statutory holiday pay in Ontario for 2018 involves several steps. Here's a simplified process:

Determine the employee's regular hourly wage or weekly wage.
Identify the number of hours worked on the statutory holiday.
Apply the appropriate pay rate based on the employee's pay structure.
Calculate the total statutory holiday pay.

Our calculator simplifies this process by automatically applying the correct formula based on the information you provide.

The Formula Explained

The calculation for statutory holiday pay in Ontario depends on whether the employee is paid hourly or weekly. Here are the formulas used:

For Hourly Paid Employees

Stat Holiday Pay = Regular Hourly Wage × Hours Worked on Holiday

For Weekly Paid Employees

Stat Holiday Pay = (Weekly Wage ÷ Average Weekly Hours) × Hours Worked on Holiday

These formulas ensure that employees receive compensation proportional to their regular pay rate for the time worked on a statutory holiday.

Worked Example

Let's walk through a practical example to illustrate how to calculate statutory holiday pay in Ontario for 2018.

Scenario: Hourly Paid Employee

An employee is paid $20 per hour and works 8 hours on a statutory holiday.

Calculation:

Stat Holiday Pay = $20/hour × 8 hours = $160

The employee should receive $160 in statutory holiday pay.

Scenario: Weekly Paid Employee

An employee is paid $800 per week and works 8 hours on a statutory holiday. The employee's average weekly hours are 40.

Calculation:

Hourly Rate = $800 ÷ 40 hours = $20/hour

Stat Holiday Pay = $20/hour × 8 hours = $160

The employee should receive $160 in statutory holiday pay.

This example demonstrates how the calculation differs based on the employee's pay structure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between statutory holiday pay and regular pay?

Statutory holiday pay is additional compensation for working on a public holiday, while regular pay is the standard wage for regular working hours. Statutory holiday pay is calculated based on the employee's regular pay rate.

Are all employees entitled to statutory holiday pay?

Yes, all employees who work on a statutory holiday are entitled to statutory holiday pay, except for exempt employees as defined by the Employment Standards Act.

How is statutory holiday pay calculated for part-time employees?

The calculation is the same for part-time employees. The pay rate is based on their regular hourly wage or weekly wage, and the hours worked on the holiday are multiplied by this rate.

What happens if an employee doesn't work on a statutory holiday?

If an employee is scheduled to work on a statutory holiday but does not work, they are still entitled to statutory holiday pay for the hours they would have worked.

Are there any exceptions to statutory holiday pay?

Yes, exempt employees, such as professional athletes, performers, and certain other categories, are not entitled to statutory holiday pay.