Sick Leave Ontario Calculator

Calculate your Ontario sick leave entitlement with this official calculator. Understand your eligibility, accrual rates, and payout amounts.

How Ontario Sick Leave Works

Ontario's sick leave laws provide employees with paid time off when they're unable to work due to illness. The system is designed to protect workers' health and financial stability while balancing employer obligations.

Key aspects of Ontario's sick leave system:

Mandatory for most employers with 50+ employees
Paid sick leave accrues over time
Different rates for full-time vs part-time employees
Eligibility based on hours worked

The Ontario government sets minimum standards, but some employers may offer additional benefits beyond these requirements.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Ontario sick leave, employees must meet specific criteria:

Employment Duration

Employees must have worked at least 90 days in the previous 12 months.

Hours Worked

Employees must have worked at least 20 hours in the previous 90 days.

Notice Requirement

Employees must provide notice of illness within 24 hours of being unable to work.

Documentation

Employees must provide medical documentation for illnesses lasting more than 7 days.

Accrual Rates

Sick leave accrues based on hours worked:

Employee Type	Accrual Rate	Maximum Balance
Full-time (30+ hours/week)	1 hour per 30 hours worked	40 hours
Part-time (under 30 hours/week)	1 hour per 30 hours worked	20 hours

Accrual begins after the first 90 days of employment and continues throughout employment.

Payout Amounts

Sick leave payouts are calculated based on:

Payout Amount = (Hourly Wage × Hours Worked in Last 90 Days) ÷ 90 × Sick Leave Hours Used

Employees can use accrued sick leave hours for illnesses lasting more than 7 days.

Worked Examples

Full-time Employee Example

Jane works 35 hours/week at $20/hour. She uses 5 sick leave hours:

Payout = ($20 × 135) ÷ 90 × 5 = $1,166.67

Part-time Employee Example

Mark works 20 hours/week at $15/hour. He uses 3 sick leave hours:

Payout = ($15 × 60) ÷ 90 × 3 = $30

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I accrue sick leave in Ontario?

Sick leave accrues at a rate of 1 hour per 30 hours worked. Full-time employees can accrue up to 40 hours, while part-time employees can accrue up to 20 hours.

What happens if I exhaust my sick leave balance?

If you exhaust your sick leave balance, you may be eligible for additional paid sick days under Ontario's Employment Standards Act.

Can I use sick leave for mental health days?

Yes, Ontario's sick leave policy covers both physical and mental health illnesses.

How long does it take to accrue sick leave?

You must work at least 90 days in the previous 12 months to begin accruing sick leave.