Maternity Leave Ontario Calculator 2019

This calculator helps you determine your maternity leave entitlement in Ontario for 2019. It covers eligibility requirements, leave duration, and pay considerations based on your employment status and weeks worked.

How to Use This Calculator

To calculate your maternity leave entitlement:

Enter your total weeks worked in the last 52 weeks before the due date
Select your employment status (regular or casual)
Click "Calculate" to see your results

The calculator will show you how many weeks of maternity leave you're entitled to, your pay entitlements, and a breakdown of your benefits.

Eligibility for Maternity Leave

To be eligible for maternity leave in Ontario, you must:

Be employed in Ontario
Have worked at least 120 days (about 17 weeks) in the 52 weeks before the due date
Be expected to give birth within 12 months of the due date

Note: Eligibility rules may vary slightly depending on your employment status and the specific terms of your employment contract.

Duration of Maternity Leave

The standard maternity leave duration in Ontario is:

14 weeks for employees who have worked at least 120 days in the 52 weeks before the due date
Additional weeks may be available for employees who have worked more than 120 days

Maternity Leave Weeks = min(14, floor(Total Weeks Worked / 52 * 14))

For example, if you worked 156 days (about 22 weeks) in the 52 weeks before the due date, you would be entitled to 14 weeks of maternity leave.

Maternity Leave Pay

During your maternity leave, you are entitled to:

Your regular wages for the first 6 months of leave
65% of your regular wages for the next 6 months of leave
50% of your regular wages for any leave beyond 12 months

Leave Period	Pay Percentage
First 6 months	100%
Next 6 months	65%
Beyond 12 months	50%

Note: Pay rates may vary depending on your employment status and the specific terms of your employment contract.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many weeks of maternity leave am I entitled to?: You're entitled to 14 weeks of maternity leave if you've worked at least 120 days in the 52 weeks before the due date. Additional weeks may be available for employees who have worked more than 120 days.
How much pay am I entitled to during maternity leave?: You're entitled to your regular wages for the first 6 months, 65% of your regular wages for the next 6 months, and 50% of your regular wages for any leave beyond 12 months.
Can I take maternity leave before the due date?: Yes, you can take up to 14 weeks of maternity leave before the due date, but you must take at least 2 weeks before the due date and at least 2 weeks after the due date.
What happens if I return to work before completing my maternity leave?: If you return to work before completing your maternity leave, you may be entitled to additional pay for the weeks you didn't take. You should consult with your employer and the Ministry of Labour to determine your rights.
Can I take maternity leave if I'm self-employed?: Self-employed individuals may be eligible for maternity leave benefits through the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) or other provincial programs. You should consult with a financial advisor or the Canada Revenue Agency for more information.