Public Holiday Pay Calculator Ontario 2016

Calculate your public holiday pay entitlements for 2016 in Ontario using this official calculator. Understand the legal requirements and ensure you're paid correctly for public holidays.

How to Calculate Public Holiday Pay in Ontario 2016

In Ontario, employees are entitled to public holiday pay when they work on a public holiday. The calculation depends on whether the employee is paid hourly or salaried.

For Hourly Employees

Hourly employees are entitled to:

One and a half times their regular hourly rate for the hours worked on the public holiday
Regular overtime pay for any hours worked beyond the standard workday

For Salaried Employees

Salaried employees are entitled to:

One and a half times their regular hourly rate for the hours worked on the public holiday
Regular overtime pay for any hours worked beyond the standard workday
If they don't work on the public holiday but are required to be available, they may be entitled to one and a half times their regular hourly rate for the day

Important Note

Public holiday pay calculations can vary based on specific employment contracts and collective agreements. Always check your employment agreement for any specific provisions.

Formula Used

For Hourly Employees

Public Holiday Pay = (Hourly Rate × 1.5) × Hours Worked on Holiday

For Salaried Employees

Public Holiday Pay = (Hourly Rate × 1.5) × Hours Worked on Holiday

If not working but required to be available: Public Holiday Pay = Hourly Rate × 1.5 × 8 (assuming an 8-hour workday)

The Ontario Labour Relations Act governs public holiday pay entitlements. Employers must pay employees for any time worked on a public holiday, including overtime, and for any time they are required to be available if they don't work.

Worked Examples

Example 1: Hourly Employee

John is an hourly employee with a rate of $20/hour. He works 5 hours on a public holiday.

Calculation: ($20 × 1.5) × 5 = $150

John is entitled to $150 in public holiday pay.

Example 2: Salaried Employee

Sarah is a salaried employee with an hourly rate of $25/hour. She works 8 hours on a public holiday.

Calculation: ($25 × 1.5) × 8 = $300

Sarah is entitled to $300 in public holiday pay.

Example 3: Salaried Employee Not Working

Mark is a salaried employee with an hourly rate of $22/hour. He is required to be available on a public holiday but doesn't work.

Calculation: $22 × 1.5 × 8 = $264

Mark is entitled to $264 in public holiday pay.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is public holiday pay in Ontario?: Public holiday pay is additional compensation employees receive when they work on a public holiday. The amount depends on whether they are hourly or salaried employees.
Do I get paid for public holidays if I don't work?: If you are required to be available on a public holiday but don't work, you may still be entitled to public holiday pay, calculated as one and a half times your regular hourly rate for an 8-hour day.
What happens if my employer doesn't pay me for public holidays?: If your employer fails to pay you for public holidays, you may have legal recourse. You can file a complaint with the Ontario Labour Relations Board or consult an employment lawyer.
Are public holidays the same every year?: Public holidays in Ontario are determined by the provincial government and can change from year to year. The 2016 public holidays were: New Year's Day, Family Day, Good Friday, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Civic Holiday, Labour Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.
Do I get overtime pay on public holidays?: Yes, if you work more than your regular hours on a public holiday, you are entitled to overtime pay in addition to your public holiday pay.