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ISBN 978-0-7785-9411-6 This publication is also available online at: www.humanservices.alberta.ca/espublications or call the Employment Standards Contact Centre at 1-877-427-3731 to order a copy. 03/2013 – 10M
Introduction	4 Section 1: Employment Standards Overview	Section 2: Employment Records and Statement of Earnings Section 3: Hours of Work and Rest	Section 4: Overtime and Overtime Pay	Section 5: General Holidays and General Holiday Pay	Section 6: Vacation and Vacation Pay	Section 7: Maternity, Parental and Reservist Leave	Section 8: Termination of Employment	Section 9: Adolescents and Young Persons	Section 10: The Employment Standards Process	Additional Resources	5 9 15 21 28 34 38 44 53 57 65
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Official printed copies may be purchased from the Alberta Queen’s Printer online at: www.ca. You may use the sample tools provided.qp.hirestandards. then the area code and telephone number you want to reach. The laws for Employment Standards are minimum requirements.ca/esfactsheets. 4 . Some tools.ab.justice.ca/legislation.alberta. This is not a definitive guide to the legislation and does not exempt readers from their responsibilities under applicable legislation. These fact sheets provide detailed information on the rights and obligations of employers and employees under the Code.ab. the requirements for Employment Standards are outlined in the Employment Standards Code and Regulation.html Employment Standards fact sheets Employment Standards fact sheets are available online at: www. These documents are available for viewing or downloading on the Alberta Human Services (HS).ca Workers’ Compensation Board: www.ca or in person at: 5th floor. as well as information for specific groups. Fact sheets can be used together with the Employment Standards Tool Kit for Employers to help employers understand and comply with Employment Standards legislation. Employment Standards website at: www. the legislation will always prevail. forms and a list of resources are provided to assist business owners in meeting or exceeding their minimum requirements.alrb. Code and Regulation: www.ca/eng/acts/L-2 Occupational Health and Safety Act.humanservices. Alberta T5K 2P7 Phone: 780-427-4952 Call any Government of Alberta office toll-free: dial 310-0000.gc.ca/home Labour Relations Code: www.worksafe.alberta. Park Plaza 10611-98 Avenue Edmonton.albertahumanrights.Introduction This tool kit was developed by the Government of Alberta to help business owners and their employees understand and comply with the Employment Standards Code and Regulation.gov.alberta.laws. In case of inconsistency between this resource and the Employment Standards legislation.wcb. Following the Code is your responsibility and this tool kit is designed to help you do that.ab.ca Canada Labour Code: www.alberta. Other legislation that may apply to you includes: •	•	•	•	•	Alberta Human Rights Legislation: www. Not all requirements under the Employment Standards Code and Regulation are discussed in this resource. Availability of legislation In Alberta. or you may develop your own. occupations and industries.
Section 1: Employment Standards Overview Section Overview This section will provide you with an overview of the Employment Standards Code. The Employment Standards Code	6 Who is covered by the Code ?	6 Who is not covered by the Code ?	7 Enforcing Alberta’s Employment Standards	Telephone services	Online services	Educational programs	Investigations and compliance initiatives	8 8 8 8 8 Contact	8 Call us	Employment Standards website	Employment Standards office locations	8 8 8 5 . who is covered. the core standards and your basic responsibilities as an employer in Alberta.
These agreements are enforceable under the Employment Standards legislation. This guarantees that entitlements provided by the Code (such as general holiday pay. either directly or indirectly. commissioned. are not lost due to the change of ownership. If the employer agrees to provide more than two weeks of vacation. The Code includes the following: •	•	•	•	•	Minimum wage Hours of work Overtime and overtime pay General holidays and general holiday pay Vacations and vacation pay •	•	•	•	Maternity. To see the Employment Standards Code and Regulation visit www.humanservices. the Code applies to all employees and employers in Alberta. Three things employers need to know about Employment Standards 1. Part 1 Example Under the Code. Greater benefits There are cases when employers and employees agree to benefits that are greater than what is provided by the Code. 3. students or salaried. and sets out the minimum wage. Who is covered by the Code ? With few exceptions. parental and reservist leave Termination of employment Restrictions on the employment of employees younger than 18 Payment of earnings and employment records The Regulation sets out exemptions from the Code for certain employees and modifies the rules relating to hours of work. parental and reservist leave). 6 . The Regulation also provides special rules for the employment of adolescents and young persons. and maternity. whether they are considered fulltime. Reference: ES Code. that agreement becomes a greater benefit that will be enforced. an employee must get an annual vacation of at least two weeks after one year of employment. which have been earned by the employees through length of service. Minimum standards cannot be avoided This means the Code has a rule that prevents people from opting out of the core standards. casual. 2.alberta. vacation pay. the Code considers the employees’ employment to be continuous. Most employees have full coverage of earnings under the Code.ca/escode. Employment deemed continuous When a business changes ownership and the employees continue to work for that business. Note: This rule also applies when a company is placed in receivership and when the receiver sells the company to a new owner. overtime and other standards for certain industries. pieceworkers. part-time.Section 1: Employment Standards Overview The Employment Standards Code The Employment Standards Code ( Code) is a provincial law describing the minimum standards that must be provided to employees working in Alberta. termination notice.
or academic staff covered by the Universities Act. The Code applies only to employees and employers. so long as it provides for the minimum standards stipulated by the Code. the application of Alberta's legislation will depend on the circumstances and the nature of the employment contract. tunnels and bridges Inter-provincial/international pipelines First Nations (any work completed on a Reserve for the Band) Uranium mining and atomic energy ……Employees covered by other Acts Coverage under the Code excludes employers and employees who are covered by other more specific legislation. ……Self-employed workers/contractors Under the Code. Remember! When working outside Alberta for an Alberta employer. unless they are also employers. The definition includes former employers. inter-provincially or internationally If an employee works in another province or country. in which case the Code will protect the employees that they hire. that province’s or country’s labour laws may apply. ……Employees who fall under federal jurisdiction Employees who work in the following industries fall under federal jurisdiction and are covered by the Canada Labour Code: •	•	•	•	•	•	Airports and air transportation Inter-provincial transportation Chartered banks Broadcasting and telecommunications Railways Postal service •	•	•	•	•	•	Grain elevators Shipping and navigation Canal. Examples include: members of a municipal police service covered by the Police Act.Section 1: Employment Standards Overview Who is not covered by the Code ? There are several groups of workers who fall outside of the Code’s jurisdiction: ……Employees who work out of the province. Self-employed workers are not covered by the Code. Information 7 . The definition includes former employees. This exclusion applies to the entire Code except for maternity and parental benefits. For guidelines on determining if an individual is an employee or contractor. ferries. ……Collective agreements Some employees choose to have union representation and bargain collectively for the terms and conditions of their employment. look for Employee or contractor: How to know the difference in the Additional Resources section. The collective agreement is binding. An employee is defined as “an individual employed to do work who receives or is entitled to wages”. an employer is “a person who employs an employee”.
Email your questions to: employment.hirestandards. Employment Standards provides: Telephone services Information on employment standards is available by calling our Contact Centre at 1-877-427-3731 (dial 780‑427‑3731 in Edmonton and surrounding areas). Red Deer T4N 6K8 Fax: 403-340-7035 •	8 . Online services Employment Standards advisors answer many questions electronically. call 1-877-427-3731. see Page 57. 9940 . Investigations and compliance initiatives When employees believe they have received less than minimum employment standards and are unable to resolve the matter with their employer. The Director of Employment Standards may grant an extension if there are extenuating circumstances. Current employees can also file a complaint. Call: 780-427-9999 in Edmonton. Contact Call us To be connected toll-free to the provincewide information line. For more information on the enforcement of Alberta's employment standards. Employment Standards staff will investigate the matter on receipt of a written or online complaint.standards@gov.ab.ca. Advisors are able to address a broad range of employment standards questions and issues.106 St. Edmonton T5K 2N2 Fax: 780-422-4349 2nd Floor. 4920 – 51 St. and are available during regular business hours (8:15 am to 4:30 pm).ca •	Employment Standards office locations •	Suite 150. or from the Employment Standards offices listed below.Section 1: Employment Standards Overview Enforcing Alberta’s Employment Standards To ensure Alberta employers and employees understand and follow employment standards. Deaf or hearing impaired with TDD/TTY units. Educational programs Employment Standards staff provide hands-on training designed to provide participants with a better understanding of the rights and obligations of employers and employees under the Employment Standards Code and Regulation.alberta. Employers and employees who fall under federal jurisdiction should contact the Federal Labour Program of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada at 1-800-641-4049 for information about their rights and responsibilities.hirestandards. Recorded messages on core employment standards are available 24 hours a day.alberta. 717 – 7 Ave. Employees who want to file a complaint with Employment Standards must file within six months of the date on which their employment terminated. Visit the Employment Standards website at: www. SW Calgary T2P 0Z3 Fax: 403-297-5843 Main Floor.ca. Other locations call 1-800-232-7215 Employment Standards website www.
Employment records	Employment records checklist	10 10 Statement of earnings	Statement of earnings checklist	11 11 Hours of work	Pay periods	11 12 Payment of earnings upon termination	The rules: payment of earnings upon termination	12 13 Wages and earnings	The definition of wages is important!	13 13 Deductions from earnings	Deductions that are not allowed	14 14 9 . understand your responsibilities under the Employment Standards legislation and give you tips and tools on how to comply with the law.Section 2: Employment Records & Statement of Earnings Section Overview Information provided in this section is intended to help you. as an employer.
showing the date it started and finished and the period of employment in which the annual vacation was earned The wage and overtime rates when employment starts. and particulars of every change to them Copies of documentation notices relating to maternity. Reference: ES Code. parental and reservist leave benefits Copies of termination notices and of written requests to employees to return to work after temporary lay-off Reference: ES Code. The following records must be kept for each employee: Must include Employment records checklist Name.Section 2: Employment Records & Statement of Earnings Under the Code employers are responsible for: •	•	Keeping accurate employment records. address and date of birth Wage rate and overtime rate Regular and overtime hours of work Earnings paid showing each component of the earnings separately for each pay period Deductions from earnings and the reason for each deduction Time off instead of overtime pay provided and taken The date that the present period of employment started The date on which a general holiday is taken Each annual vacation. the date of any change to those rates. Section 15 Example A pay record that was created in December 2010 must be kept until December 2013. and Providing employees with a statement of earnings (pay stub). Section 14 10 . Employment records The Code requires employers to keep accurate and current employment records for each of their employees. An employer must keep records for at least three years from the date each record is made.
Doris is asked to remain at her desk over her lunch break in case a client calls.Section 2: Employment Records & Statement of Earnings Statement of earnings The Code requires an employer to make available or provide employees with a written statement of earnings at the end of each pay period. general holiday pay and vacation pay) Amount of deductions from earnings and the reason for each deduction Remember! The pay stub must be in a form that the employee can keep for their records. her break must be paid. Keeping good records is important. •	Example Taking time-off provided by the employer (instead of overtime pay) 11 . The statement of earnings (or pay stub) must include: Must include Statement of earnings checklist Pay period covered by the statement Number of regular and overtime hours worked Number of hours taken off in lieu of overtime Wage rate and overtime rate Earnings paid •	showing each component of the earnings separately (e. overtime. Reference: ES Code. the employer must provide a detailed statement showing how the employee’s earnings were calculated. Whether Doris receives the phone call or not.g. Protect yourself. If an employee asks. Section 14 Hours of work The Code requires employers to record the actual hours of work for each employee for each working day. search for Statement of earnings under the Additional Resources section. Information To see an example of a pay stub. Hours of work are defined as: •	•	Doing work as requested by employer Taking a paid break provided by the employer Note: Breaks must be paid if the employee is not allowed to leave the premises in case they are needed to work. wages.
All of the employee’s wages. It cannot be longer than one month. the pay period runs from Wednesday to Tuesday. However. bi-monthly or monthly. including paid and unpaid breaks. The resulting pay day is the following Friday. overtime and general holiday pay earned in a pay period within 10 consecutive days after the end of the pay period. A pay period can be daily.Section 2: Employment Records & Statement of Earnings Employment records must accurately show how the totals of regular and overtime hours are calculated. (Earnings from the 10th to the 16th will be paid on the 26th. bi-weekly. Pay periods The Code requires employers to establish pay periods for the calculation of wages and overtime. weekly. Section 7 and 8 Calendar of regular pay period & regular pay day Sun 7 14 21 28 Mon 1 8 15 22 29 Tues 2 9 16 23 30 Wed 3 10 17 24 Thurs 4 11 18 25 Fri 5 12 Sat 6 13 20 27 19 pay day 26 Example pay period In this example. employers are encouraged to pay employees as soon as possible after termination. The following table shows maximum times set out by the Code when a terminated employee must be paid. Reference: ES Code. This information does not need to be kept for managers and supervisors. Section 1(1)(n) For ideas on how to track your employee’s hours of work. look for the Employee time tracking sheet under the Additional Resources section. 12 . overtime and general holiday pay earned during the pay period from the 3rd to the 9th of the month must be paid on the 19th. Reference: ES Code.) Payment of earnings upon termination The circumstances surrounding an employee’s termination will dictate when their final pay cheque must be issued. An employee must be paid all wages.
for Employment Standards. vacation pay. general holiday pay and termination pay. money order or direct deposit. Note: When paying in cash. Employer terminates an employee’s employment and provides termination pay (or combination of termination pay and notice). Information Wages and earnings Even though these terms are often used interchangeably. vacation pay. Reference: ES Code. wages and earnings are different things. Employer terminates employee without notice for just cause and the employee disagrees. Employee quits without giving the notice required by the Code. 13 . Number of consecutive days after last day of employment when employee’s earnings must be paid 10 days 10 days 10 days + notice period that should have been provided three days three days 10 days Reference: ES Code. Wages are payment for work that has been done. gifts or non-performance related bonuses. vacation pay. general holiday pay and termination pay. cheque. overtime pay. it is always a good idea to keep records confirming payment and receipt by the employee.Section 2: Employment Records & Statement of Earnings The rules: payment of earnings upon termination Conditions of termination Employee quits and no termination notice is required. Employer gives employee (or vice versa) termination notice and the employee works out the notice period. general holiday pay and termination pay is based on an employee’s wages – not their earnings. expenses or expense allowances and tips or other gratuities. Employer terminates employee and no termination notice is required. Sections 9 and 10 It is always a good idea to review the rules on termination of employment before terminating an employee. This definition excludes overtime pay. Earnings are paid in cash. Earnings means wages. Section 1(1)(j)(n) The definition of wages is important! The calculation for overtime pay.
Deductions that are not allowed There are some deductions that are not allowed. search for Payroll deduction authorization forms under the Additional Resources section. by the employee. Section 12 14 . The authorization must be clear and specific as to the amount that is being deducted. the date when it is to be deducted and its purpose. Some deductions are mandatory and some are optional. in writing. Judgment or an order of the Court. The employer must deduct the following from an employee’s earnings: •	•	•	•	Federal and provincial income tax. Other deductions must be authorized. Deductions that are not allowed: •	•	Faulty workmanship Cash shortages or loss of property if an individual other than the employee had access to the cash or property Reference: ES Code.Section 2: Employment Records & Statement of Earnings Deductions from earnings Employers are only allowed to make certain deductions from an employee’s pay. Canada Pension Plan contributions. even with written authorization from the employee. Employment Insurance premiums. Common optional deductions include: •	•	•	Childcare costs Personal savings plans Medical and/or dental premiums For examples of authorization for payroll deduction forms.
mandatory rest periods and clarification on what is considered hours of work. Hours of work in a day	Notice of work times	Shift changes	16 16 16 Rest periods	Weekly rest days	17 17 Defining hours of work	18 Travel time	18 Standby time (on call)	18 Minimum hours of work	18 Training	19 Compressed work week	Permits for extended hours of work	Rationale for permit approval of extended hours	Applying for a permit to extend hours of work	19 20 20 20 Permits for extended days of work	Rationale for permit approval of extended days of work Applying for a permit to extend days of work	20 20 20 15 .Section 3: Hours of Work and Rest Section Overview This section is about the maximum allowable hours of work in a day.
Section 17 16 . Notice of work times The Code requires an employer to give employees notice of when their work starts and ends. Employees must receive at least 30 minutes of rest in each shift that exceeds 5 hours. Example A shift change could refer to a switch from day shift to night shift. Information Remember! An employer who allows mutual shift changes is responsible for any overtime that arises as a result of these switches. Other unforeseeable or unpreventable circumstances occur. This means that an employee who starts work at 8 am cannot work past 8 pm. Reference: ES Code. oilwell servicing employees and residential/ home caregivers can work more than the 12-hour maximum. Reference: ES Code.Section 3: Hours of Work and Rest The Code requires that: •	•	•	The workday cannot be longer than 12 hours. Shift changes An employee must be notified about a shift change 24 hours beforehand. Unless: •	•	•	An accident occurs. Employees must get at least eight hours of rest between shifts. The posted schedule should include all required work periods for each employee for the entire period covered by the schedule. They can do this by posting schedules where employees can see them or by any other reasonable method. 18. Employees must receive at least one rest day in each work week. Section 16 Note: in some industries and/or for specific projects. Note: it is always advisable to put notice of work times in writing. Urgent work is necessary to a plant or equipment. Reference: ES Code. and 19 Hours of work in a day The maximum allowable hours of work in a day is 12 hours. Sections 16. For example. or night shift to day shift. it may be necessary to keep an employee beyond the 12-hour maximum.
lawyers. 17 . This. the employee cannot be called upon to provide service during the unpaid time. except where it is unreasonable or impossible. The 30 minutes can be taken in one unbroken period. rest periods and days of rest: •	•	•	•	•	•	•	•	Employees on a farm or a ranch Various types of salespersons Professionals such as real estate brokers. Reference: ES Code. an employee is entitled to at least a half-hour break. the employee is to be paid for the time worked. The break can be paid or unpaid at the employer’s discretion. eight or nine hours). the employer is required to provide at least 30 minutes of break time sometime during the shift. of course. Section 2 For a more detailed listing of occupations and professionals exempt from these sections of the Code.Section 3: Hours of Work and Rest Rest periods During each shift that is longer than five consecutive hours of work. employees must be provided with at least four consecutive days of rest. look at the Common exceptions from Employment Standards table under the Additional Resources section. Section 18 Information Weekly rest days An employer must give an employee: •	One day of rest each week. and licensed insurance and securities salespersons Professions such as architects. or may be provided as two 15-minute or three 10-minute breaks. If no break is taken. Remember! If the break is unpaid. •	Three consecutive days of rest in each period of three consecutive weeks.g. and in practice for a full day shift the amount of break time provided is frequently more than the specified minimum. This means that where a shift is less than five hours in length. After 24 consecutive days of work. Sections 18 and 19 Employees who are exempt from hours of work. supervisors and those employed in a confidential capacity Licensed land agents Instructors or counsellors at a non-profit educational or recreational camp Extras in a film or video production Reference: ES Regulation. •	Two consecutive days of rest in each period of two consecutive weeks. is the minimum standard. •	Four consecutive days of rest in each period of four consecutive weeks. psychologists and information systems professionals Managers. Reference: ES Code. Where the shift is longer than five hours (e. the employer is not required to provide a rest period. engineers.
Travel time In general. or his regular hourly rate for the actual number of hours worked. If the employer pays the employee for this travel time. when: •	Travelling between two job locations during the time of work. unless the employee is waiting at the place of employment. the employee is entitled to at least three hours at the minimum wage for each call-out.Section 3: Hours of Work and Rest Defining hours of work Definition Hours of work Hours of work refers to the period of time during which an employee works for an employer. as long as the employee is informed and the rate is at least minimum wage. 18 . home-to-work and work-to-home travel is not considered time spent working. If the employee is called away from home. What is included in hours of work can often be confusing. Some common areas of interest are discussed below. If work is done in the employee’s home. Minimum hours of work If an employee works for fewer than three consecutive hours. he or she is entitled to his or her regular wage for all hours worked. such as when the employee is required to wear a uniform and/or monitor radio calls. when: •	Employees are given the choice of providing their own transportation to or from the work location or reporting to a certain point from which they may take a company-provided bus or receive a ride with the employer. ·· Report to a given location (hours of work will begin on arrival at that location). the employer must pay wages that are the higher of three hours at the minimum wage that applies to the worker. Travel time is not work. There are exceptions to the rule where standby time would be considered work. Travel time hours may be paid out at a different rate of pay. Travel time is work. the payment would not generally be considered wages. but is available for the full three hours. Information Remember! Any travel time that occurs after the employee starts to provide services is recorded as hours of work. Standby time (on call) An employer is not required to pay wages to an employee who is on call or on standby waiting to be called to work. •	The employee is directed to: ·· Pick up materials or perform other tasks on the way to work or home. and includes time off with pay (instead of overtime pay) provided by an employer and taken by the employee.
Metis Settlements or non-profit community service organizations. and for school bus drivers. Compressed work week A compressed work week (CWW) is a way of scheduling hours of work that: •	•	Has employees working longer hours each day. If. look for the Frequently asked questions about compressed work week arrangements (CWW) under the Additional Resources section. Reference: ES Code. No permission from Employment Standards is required. as a condition of hire. Not exceed 12 hours per day. Training is not considered work: •	•	•	When an employee is obtaining qualifications necessary to be considered for hiring. plus overtime if applicable. are overtime hours. If a test or training is given to a prospective employee as part of the hiring process. if the work week is part of a cycle that spans more than one week. but does report. Section 20 A compressed work week must meet the following conditions: •	•	•	•	Hours worked in excess of the scheduled daily hours. 19 . he does not have to be paid. A compressed work week can be implemented by an employer at any time by preparing a schedule that meets the required criteria for a compressed work week arrangement. Note: this includes job shadowing. or Not exceed 44 hours per week on average. If the employee initiates the education or training. Not exceed 44 hours per week. Reference: ES Regulation. the employer is required to pay the wage agreed to for the training period of at least minimum wage.Section 3: Hours of Work and Rest If an employee has been advised in advance not to report to work. The three-hour minimum is reduced to two hours for part-time employees in recreation or athletic programs run by municipalities. and/or in excess of 44 hours per week. the agreement between the parties will determine whether or not the employee will be paid for training time. Be scheduled in advance. the employee agrees to obtain additional training on his or her own time at his or her own expense. any education or training requested or required by the employer is work. For answers to the most frequently asked questions about compressed work weeks. Once an employer/employee relationship is formed. when a new employee learns from a more experienced employee. and Is balanced by having employees working fewer days each week. Section 11 Training When an employee must attend training that is directly work related.
Permits may be cancelled. Permits will not alter. if appropriate under the circumstances. The Director may issue a permit authorizing extended consecutive work days without a rest day beyond 24 consecutive work days. be confined within a 12-hour period.Section 3: Hours of Work and Rest Permits for extended hours of work The Code requires that hours of work. Reference: ES Code. However. Permits do not alter the Code’s overtime provisions. or three days of rest in three consecutive work weeks.alberta.hirestandards. Permits for extended days of work The Code also requires employers to provide employees with one day of rest in each consecutive work week. A majority of employees must agree to the extended hours. reviewed or altered by the Director at any time. This application can be found at: www. 20 .alberta. Permits are issued for a fixed period of time to allow the employer to address the situation that has arisen. Applying for a permit to extend hours of work Both the employer and the employees affected must submit a joint application to extend hours of work ( Application to Extend Consecutive Hours of Work). A majority of employees must agree to the extended hours. or four days of rest in four consecutive work weeks. including breaks. the Employment Standards Director (Director). Permits may be cancelled. Rationale for permit approval of extended days of work •	•	•	•	•	Applicants must provide reasons why the days of work need to be extended beyond 24 days and an explanation of why other solutions are not available. may issue a permit authorizing extended hours of work in excess of 12 consecutive hours. The application must be submitted in writing. Section 16 Rationale for permit approval of extended hours •	•	•	•	•	Applicants must provide reasons why hours cannot be confined within 12 consecutive hours. the overtime provisions that otherwise apply.hirestandards. This application can be found at: www. reviewed or altered by the Director at any time.ca. or two days of rest in two consecutive work weeks. Permits may be issued for a fixed period of time. The application must be submitted in writing. Applying for a permit to extend days of work Both the employer and the employees affected must submit a joint application to extend days of work ( Application to Extend Consecutive Days of Work).ca. or in any way affect.
how it is paid and how it is calculated. Overtime	22 Calculating overtime pay	Applying the 8 and 44 rule	Time off with pay	Calculating overtime when pay period ends mid-week	Calculating overtime for salaried employees	Calculating overtime on general holidays	22 22 23 23 24 24 Industries with different overtime rules	Overtime agreements	Individual overtime agreements	Group overtime agreements	Overtime agreement requirements	Paying out banked overtime upon termination	25 25 25 25 26 26 Permits to extend overtime banking period	Rationale for extending overtime banking period	Applying for a permit to extend overtime banking period 27 27 27 21 .Section 4: Overtime and Overtime Pay Section Overview This section is about overtime.
Definition The Basic 8 and 44 rule Overtime is all hours worked in excess of eight hours a day. 4. You must also look at the week as a whole. Reference: ES Code. commission or on a piecework basis).	Calculate the weekly overtime hours. most employees are entitled to overtime pay for overtime hours worked. The greater of the two totals is the correct number of overtime hours worked in the week.	Compare the daily and weekly totals. Each day worked in the week must be considered individually. Any hours more than eight hours worked in each day will be daily overtime hours. 2. or it is the consistent practice of the employer that overtime hours are counted after less than 8/44. Note: If the employer uses a work week that is less than 44 hours. whichever is greater. then. or some other agreement. go to the Management or supervisory employee questionnaire found under the Additional Resources section. Overtime In most industries. Reference: ES Code.5 times the regular rate of pay.Section 4: Overtime and Overtime Pay With the exception of some supervisory and managerial positions. All employees. Applying the 8 and 44 rule 1. 22 . or 44 hours a week. Section 24(1) Calculating overtime pay Overtime hours are to be calculated both on a daily and on a weekly basis. 3. overtime is all hours worked in excess of eight hours a day or 44 hours a week. Overtime pay must be at least 1.	Calculate the total daily overtime hours for the week. including those who are paid a salary.	Pay the greater number of overtime hours. Any hours more than 44 hours worked in a week will be weekly overtime hours. whichever is greater.g. Note: For help determining if a worker is a management or supervisory employee exempt from overtime pay. must be paid overtime pay for overtime hours they work. Sections 21 and 22 If an employee is paid a wage that is different in every pay period (e. overtime pay will still be payable under the basic 8/44 rule unless there is a collective agreement in place. the employee's wage rate is the minimum wage.
Time off with pay instead of overtime pay is considered hours of work when calculating weekly and daily hours of work.Section 4: Overtime and Overtime Pay The Code defines a work day. A work day is generally the 24-hour period from midnight to midnight. and pay for the remaining seven hours of overtime in October. an employer will give an employee time off with pay as part of an overtime agreement. the employee gets paid on the last day of each month. Look at the hours of work done in the last week of September and the first week of October.	Pay the greater number of overtime hours 4. Reference: ES Code. Calculating overtime when pay period ends mid-week When a pay period ends mid-week. The following example shows how to calculate overtime hours when pay periods end midweek. 2.	Decide what to pay and when If the employer does not have all of the information necessary to consider the full week calculation. This means that 10 of the hours worked are weekly overtime hours (according to the 8 and 44 rule). 23 . 3. 7 pm to 7 pm the next day). a work week begins and ends at midnight on Saturday and a work month is a calendar month. Note: An employer can establish a different 24-hour period by consistent practice (e. work week and work month for the purposes of calculating hours of work and overtime. S September October - M 10 T 9 W 8 T 11 F 8 S 8 Total 54 1.	Calculate the daily overtime hours September: Monday + Tuesday = three hours October: Wednesday + Thursday + Friday + Saturday = three hours There is a total of six daily overtime hours worked this week. In this case. Section 21 Time off with pay Sometimes. Unless otherwise established by the employer. calculating overtime hours can be confusing. instead of paying overtime. then he/she would pay the employee for the three hours of overtime earned in September.g.	Calculate the weekly overtime hours Adding all six workdays in the work week equals 54 hours. Note: Tuesday is the last day of the September pay period.
Calculate the employee’s hourly rate of pay Divide the employee’s weekly wage by 44 hours or by the number of hours that make up the employee's regular work week 4.3333 3. For more information on compressed work weeks.Section 4: Overtime and Overtime Pay Information Remember! The 8 and 44 rule requires employers to pay the greater of the two overtime hour calculations.	Calculate the employee’s weekly wage Divide the employee’s monthly salary by 4.	Calculate the employee’s overtime rate of pay Multiply the hourly rate of pay by at least 1. the hours worked on that day(s) are used for calculating overtime hours. which often include longer hours per day but fewer days per week. Calculating overtime on general holidays When calculating overtime hours on a general holiday. •	•	if the hours worked on a general holiday are paid at 1. Section 33 Note: Some individuals work compressed work weeks. To calculate the overtime rate of pay for salaried employees: 1. 24 . Overtime hours must be compensated for in addition to the regular hours.5 to get the overtime rate. the hours of work for that day(s) are not used when calculating overtime hours.	Calculate the average number of weeks in a month Divide 52 weeks (in a year) by 12 months = 4. Reference: ES Code.5 times the regular rate. Calculating overtime for salaried employees Calculating overtime hours for salaried employees is no different than employees paid hourly. if the employee is paid straight time plus a day off. All of the calculated overtime hours should be multiplied by this result to figure out the total pay. please see Page 19. Salary is payment only for the regular hours of work.3333 2.
call the Contact Centre for assistance at 1-877-427-3731.alberta. Group overtime agreements A group overtime agreement is between an employer and a designated group of employees. 25 . see the Employment Standards Regulation online at www.ca. Either the employee or the employer can cancel or change the agreement by giving the other party one-month’s notice in writing. If you're not sure which.Section 4: Overtime and Overtime Pay Industries with different overtime rules A number of industries and occupations are subject to variations in daily and weekly hours worked before overtime is payable. The agreement can be cancelled or changed by either party by giving one month’s notice to the other.hirestandards. The employer and a majority of the employees in the designated group must sign the agreement. Industry/Occupation Daily hours Weekly hours before O/T calculated 60 Monthly hours before O/T calculated 191 Ambulance attendants Geophysical exploration Irrigation districts Logging and lumbering Oilwell servicing Surveying Trucking industry * Field catering Highway and railway construction and brush clearing Nursery industry Road maintenance activities Taxi cab industry 10 10 9 10 12 10 10 10 10 9 10 10 54 191 191 191 50 191 44 48 191 60 * Trucking overtime can be calculated based on the 8/44 rule or a 10/50 rule. For more detailed information. Overtime agreements •	•	•	An employer may give paid time off instead of paying overtime pay. There are two types of agreements: Individual overtime agreements An individual overtime agreement is between one employee and an employer. Time off in place of overtime pay is a mutual agreement between employee and employer.
the total of any hours worked. Section 23 Information Remember! Banked overtime hours are considered wages and vacation pay is owed on them. they are banked. search for Individual overtime agreement and Group overtime agreement under the Additional Resources section. Whenever an overtime agreement is in place. When overtime is paid for hours worked over eight hours in a day or 44 hours in a week. If the time is not given/taken off within three months. When overtime hours are worked. the notice to cancel must be signed by a majority of the employees affected by the agreement. An overtime agreement may be contained in a collective agreement. Overtime agreement requirements •	•	•	•	•	•	•	•	A copy of the written agreement is given to each employee affected by it. be signed by both parties. Regular wages are paid for the hours when they are given/taken off. Reference: ES Code. any banked overtime not provided and taken with pay by the end of the last day of employment must be paid out at time-andone-half the employee’s regular rate of pay. Provide the employee with a pay statement showing the number of banked overtime hours taken with regular pay by the employee. cannot exceed eight hours in a day or 44 hours in a week. Reference: ES Code. for each pay period. some other written agreement or through consistent practice of an employer.Section 4: Overtime and Overtime Pay Note: If the employees want to cancel the agreement. At least one hour of time off must be given for each hour of overtime worked. Time off must be given/taken within three months at the end of the pay period when the overtime hours were worked. For sample overtime agreements. Overtime agreements must be in writing. The banked hours are given/taken off at a time when the employee could have worked. plus banked overtime taken. and must contain certain requirements. the employer must: •	•	Document and retain an up-to-date record of the number of overtime hours banked and taken with regular pay by the employee. Section 23 Paying out banked overtime upon termination When either the employer or employee ends the employment relationship by giving a written notice of termination. Whether or not any notice of termination was provided. 26 . an employer can require the employee to use up some or all outstanding banked overtime during the notice period. it must be paid out at time-and-ahalf and at the rate of pay in place on the day the three months expired.
Approvals only affect the period for which the time off may be taken. This application can be found at: www. The extension period for which time off may be taken is limited to six months. Permits issued approving the time off extension can be reviewed.Section 4: Overtime and Overtime Pay Permits to extend overtime banking period The Code requires that banked overtime be used up within three months of the end of the pay period in which it was earned except where a collective agreement specifies otherwise. altered or cancelled by the Director at any time. The application must be submitted in writing. and in no way alter any of the other rules for overtime agreements. Rationale for extending overtime banking period •	•	•	•	Applicants must be able to demonstrate difficulty in complying with the requirement that time off must be taken within three months after being earned. Applying for a permit to extend overtime banking period Both the employer and the employees affected must submit a joint application to extend overtime banking period (Joint Application to Extend the Overtime Banking Period ). In all other situations where three months is insufficient and flexibility in using up the banked time is necessary to meet particular conditions encountered by employers and employees.alberta.ca. a permit from the Director is required. 27 .hirestandards.
General holidays	Employee eligibility	What to pay	When an employee works on a general holiday	When an employee does not work on a general holiday General holiday pay and vacation	29 30 30 30 30 31 Schedules	31 What is the average daily wage?	General holiday pay and salaried employees	General holiday pay and employees paid incentives	Additional rules	31 32 32 32 28 . how to calculate what to pay and special circumstances. who is eligible.Section 5: General Holidays & General Holiday Pay Section Overview This section is about general holidays.
it is celebrated on that day. However. however. go to General holidays in Alberta under the Additional Resources section. the following nine days are recognized as general holidays: General holiday New Year’s Day Alberta Family Day Good Friday Victoria Day Canada Day Labour Day Thanksgiving Day Remembrance Day Christmas Day Date January 1 3rd Monday in February Varies with religious calendar Monday immediately preceding May 25 July 1* 1st Monday in September 2nd Monday in October November 11 December 25 Reference: ES Code.Section 5: General Holidays & General Holiday Pay General holidays Under the Code. 29 . an employer can designate these. For a calendar of general holiday dates for 2011 to 2020. when July 1st falls on any day of the week other than Sunday. When this occurs. or any other day as a general holiday. Boxing Day. when it falls on a Sunday. it is treated as if it fell on the Monday immediately following. Section 25 *By federal law. that day will be subject to the same rules as the nine statutory general holidays. Easter Monday and Heritage Day (1st Monday in August) are not considered general holidays.
it is the employee’s normal day of work The employer has 2 options: Option 1: Pay average daily wage plus 1. Section 26 What to pay When an employee works on a general holiday Is it the employee’s normal day of work? When an employee does not work on a general holiday Is it the employee’s normal day of work? If yes. Failure to meet any of these requirements results in the disentitlement of an employee to general holiday pay. 30 . Not have refused to work on the general holiday when requested/scheduled to.5 times wage rate for all hours worked Employee is not entitled any general holiday pay The employee is entitled to their average daily wage and the day off.5 times their hourly rate (employee must still meet eligibility requirements). it is not the employee’s normal day of work Employee is entitled to 1. Not have been absent without employer’s consent on the last scheduled day before the holiday or the first scheduled day after the holiday.5 times employee’s wage rate for all hours worked. the employee is entitled to 1. Note: this day off must be taken no later than employee’s next annual vacation and on a day that would normally be a work day for the employee. Option 2: Pay regular wages including overtime (if applicable) plus provide a day off with payment of average daily wage. If an employee is working on a general holiday and it is not a normal day of work.Section 5: General Holidays & General Holiday Pay Employee eligibility To be eligible for general holiday pay. If no. Reference: ES Code. the employee must: •	•	•	Have worked and/or reported to work 30 work days or more for the employer before the general holiday.
Reference: ES Code. The 5 of 9 rule If at least five of the nine weeks preceding the work week in which the holiday occurs. always begin with the first full week immediately before the holiday. Schedules Not all employees work Monday through Friday. employee is scheduled to work only on days when work is available). 9 am to 5 pm. and dividing by the number of days worked in that nine-week period. In this case. use the 5 of 9 rule to determine an employee’s eligibility.Section 5: General Holidays & General Holiday Pay General holiday pay and vacation If an eligible employee is on vacation when a general holiday occurs. Section 27 Definition What is the average daily wage? The average daily wage is calculated by adding the regular wages earned during the nine weeks before the week in which the general holiday occurs. Some employees work irregular schedules. the general holiday is to be considered a normal working day. the average is calculated on whatever period of time the employee has worked. the employee worked on the same day of the week as the day on which the holiday falls. the employee is entitled to one day’s holiday paid at the average daily wage. Irregular schedules occur when employees work an irregular pattern of days in a week (i. Section 1(1)(b) 31 .e. The formula: average daily wage Total wages earned in nine weeks preceding holiday Total number of days worked in nine weeks preceding holiday Average daily wage Note: When calculating the average daily wage. Reference: ES Code. If the employee has worked less than nine weeks.
Section 5: General Holidays & General Holiday Pay General holiday pay and salaried employees If an employee: •	Receives a salary. Section 32 Additional rules 1. When shifts occur partially on a general holiday If an employer does not have an established practice for determining whether a shift falls on a general holiday. If an employee’s shift begins on the general holiday. General holiday pay and employees paid incentives Employees paid by commission or other incentive pay plans are entitled to the average daily wage plus 1.alberta. then Employment Standards accepts that the employee has received general holiday pay. all hours worked on that shift will be credited to the day preceding the holiday. •	Does not work on the general holiday.ca/working-in-alberta.humanservices. Reference: ES Code. and •	Gets paid full salary.5 times the hourly wage. all hours worked during the shift will be credited to the day of the general holiday and would be paid accordingly. No further calculations are needed. refer to the Incentive Based Pay and Minimum Compensation Entitlement fact sheet at www. when they work on general holidays. If the employer has an established work day from 11 pm to 11 pm and the employee begins work at 11pm on the day of the holiday – all hours worked on that shift would be deemed hours worked on a holiday. as usual. Example 32 . To learn how to calculate the hourly wage for an employee paid by commission or incentive pay. the following guidelines apply: •	•	If an employee’s shift begins on the day before a general holiday and ends during the holiday.
Reference: ES Code.10 8 11 8 worked F (incl. Total hours worked S M T W T Hours . General holiday pay and overtime When an employer pays for hours worked on a general holiday at 1. General holiday pay owed at termination There are situations when a former employee would be eligible for general holiday pay: Substitute holiday day not taken Under the Code. the following rules apply: If terminated: the employee is entitled to general holiday pay as calculated under Option 1 (see Page 30 ). the rule regarding three hours at minimum wage applies (see Page 18 ).5 x wage rate) 10 8 11 The holiday falls on Monday.5 times their wage rate for the number of hours worked. Employees who work fewer than three hours If an employee works fewer than three hours on a general holiday. The employee normally works eight hours per day. he worked 10 hours. or 1. An employee eligible for general holiday pay that works on a holiday would be entitled to an average day’s pay plus 1. If employee quit: the employee is entitled to be paid his or her average daily wage for each general holiday deferred and still not taken. S general holiday) 56 Total hours to be paid 56 Regular hours (wage rate) 40 Overtime General hours holiday pay (OT rate) 6 (1. six hours of OT and 10 hours of general holiday pay. the hours worked on a holiday do not count when calculating overtime hours worked for the week in which the holiday falls. Section 33 3. If an employee’s employment is terminated before this holiday is taken.Section 5: General Holidays & General Holiday Pay 2. general holidays can be postponed to a later date. Example 4. the employee would be paid 40 hours at regular pay. In this example.5 times the minimum wage rate. 33 . whichever is higher.5 times the employee’s wage rate. but on this holiday Monday.
This section will cover who is entitled to vacation. General vacation rules	Vacation entitlements	Employer's responsibility	35 35 35 Vacation pay	Calculating vacation pay	For salaried employees	For employees paid other than by salary	Vacation pay for entitled employees	36 36 36 36 36 Vacation pay owed at termination	37 34 .Section 6: Vacation and Vacation Pay Section Overview Vacations ensure that employees have a rest from work without a loss of income and return to work refreshed. vacation pay and how to calculate it.
Reference: ES Code. employees are entitled to at least two weeks’ vacation with pay. Vacation pay and vacation time accrues during each 12 month period. An employer can give two weeks’ notice in writing as to when the employee shall take his/her vacation. An employer must give employees their annual vacation within 12 months of the date it is earned.Section 6: Vacation and Vacation Pay General vacation rules •	•	•	•	•	Employees must work for one year before they are entitled to vacation time. Note: The minimum amount of time that may be requested is one day. Vacation entitlements After one year of employment. Section 37 35 . Section 37 Vacation Entitlements After (number of years of employment) 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years 6 or more years Number of weeks annual vacation employee entitled to 2 weeks 2 weeks 2 weeks 2 weeks 3 weeks 3 weeks Note: If the employer agrees to provide more vacation. Section 34 Employer’s responsibility An employer must give their employees their annual vacation within 12 months of the date it is earned. Reference: ES Code. An employee qualifies to take vacation 12 months after his/her anniversary date. unless the employee requests a shorter period in writing. Vacation pay and time off accrue during this 12-month period. Vacations must be granted in one unbroken period. or the day that the employee started to work for the employer. Reference: ES Code. that agreement replaces the Code’s annual vacation requirements and is a greater benefit.
Reference: ES Code. with every pay period. For three weeks' vacation: Six per cent of wages earned between anniversary dates in the year before the vacation is taken. Section 41 Calculating vacation pay For salaried employees For employees paid a monthly salary. Note: If vacation pay is not paid before the employee’s vacation starts.3333. the employee may request their employer to pay the vacation pay at least one day before the vacation starts. For employees paid other than by salary For employees who are paid hourly.). the Code requires that the employer pay an amount at least equal to the employee’s current wage for a normal work week. weekly. Sections 39 and 40 Vacation pay for entitled employees Number of weeks’ vacation entitled to: 2 weeks 3 weeks % of yearly wages (or number of weeks’ salary) 4% of yearly wages (or 2 weeks’ salary) 6% of yearly wages (or 3 weeks’ salary) 36 . the Code requires that the employer pay: •	•	For two weeks' vacation: Four per cent of wages earned between anniversary dates in the year before the vacation is taken. A week’s wage can be calculated by dividing the wages for normal hours of work in a month by 4. Note: Vacation pay is based on the employee’s wages (current salary) at the time the vacation is taken. etc. Sometimes annual payments of vacation pay that coincide with an employee’s vacation are not desirable for the employer. by commission or other incentive pay. employers can also choose to pay vacation pay on a regularly scheduled basis (for example. Reference: ES Code.Section 6: Vacation and Vacation Pay Vacation pay The Code allows an employer to pay vacation pay at any time as long as it is paid no later than the next regularly scheduled payday after the employee starts annual vacation. quarterly. In this case. The employer must comply with this request.
at least six per cent of the employee’s wages for the period from the date the employee last became entitled to an annual vacation to employment termination date. they do not have to calculate vacation pay on the previously paid vacation pay. Reference: ES Code.Section 6: Vacation and Vacation Pay Employers need to know: ……Vacation pay is based on an employee’s wages (not earnings) Remember! Wages are payment for work. it is up to the employer to give the employee at least two weeks’ written notice of when an employee’s vacation is to start. The reduction in vacation period may be made in proportion to the number of days the employee was or would normally have been scheduled to work. However. However. at least four per cent of the employee’s wages for the period from the date the employee last became entitled to an annual vacation to employment termination date. If employment terminates after an employee becomes entitled to annual vacation. Information Generally. Vacation pay owed at termination If employment terminates before an employee is entitled to take a first vacation. general holiday pay and termination pay. if they cannot agree. parental and reservist leave is included). 37 . Note: For an employee who is entitled to three weeks’ vacation. but did not. ……Reduction of vacation entitlements An employee’s annual vacation period can be reduced if that employee is absent from work (maternity. if an employer pays vacation pay frequently. The employee must take the vacation during that time. a year’s paid vacation pay is considered wages for the purpose of calculating vacation pay for the following year. ……Disagreements about vacation dates Most employers and employees are able to agree to a mutually convenient date(s) for annual vacations. this definition excludes overtime pay. For the purpose of calculating vacation pay. such as on every pay period or on a quarterly basis. the employer must pay the employee four per cent of the employee’s wages earned during employment. the employer must pay the employee vacation pay of an amount equal to the vacation pay to which the employee would have been entitled in that year of employment if the employee had remained employed by the employer. Section 42 Note: For an employee who is entitled to two weeks’ vacation.
Parental and Reservist Leave Section Overview Maternity and parental leave	Employee entitlements	Maternity leave	Parental leave	Employee eligibility	When can leave begin?	Things an employer should know	Notice to start maternity or parental leave	Notice to end maternity or parental leave	Extended leave	Employer obligations	39 39 39 39 39 39 40 40 40 41 41 Reservist leave	Employee entitlements	Employee eligibility	Notice to start reservist leave	Notice to end reservist leave	Employer obligations	42 42 42 42 42 43 Additional resources	43 38 .Section 7: Maternity.
Parental and Reservist Leave Maternity and parental leave are employee entitlements set out in the Employment Standards Code. an employer cannot arbitrarily lay her off. Maternity and parental leave Note: During maternity and parental leave employees may be eligible to receive maternity and parental benefits from the federal Employment Insurance (EI) program. 2. employees must be reinstated to their old or an equivalent job. eligible employees are entitled to up to 52 weeks of unpaid. It is up to 15 consecutive weeks in duration. the employee must be reinstated to their same or an equivalent job. Employee entitlements Under the Employment Standards Code. It is intended to help mothers recover from the physical strain of childbirth.albertahumanrights.ab.Section 7: Maternity. but the total combined parental leave cannot exceed 37 weeks. www. Employee eligibility Eligible employees must: Have 52 consecutive weeks of employment with the same employer to be eligible for maternity and/or parental leave. Note: Adoptive parents can take parental leave for an adopted child less than 18 years of age. Parental leave Mothers. job protected parental leave. fathers and/or adoptive parents are eligible for up to 37 consecutive weeks of unpaid. 39 . Reservist leave entitles employees who qualify to a period of leave without pay. Note: This requirement applies to full-time and part-time employees. Like maternity and parental leave. It is intended to provide employees who are reservists and qualify. At the end of this leave without pay. For more information. Parental leave can begin at any time after the birth or adoption of a child. Reference: ES Code. with unpaid job protected leave while they are away serving their country. job protected leave in the event of the birth and up to 37 weeks on the adoption of a child. refer to the Alberta Human Rights Commission’s interpretive bulletin.pdf When can leave begin? Maternity leave can begin at any time within 12 weeks of the estimated date of delivery. The legislation entitles employees who qualify to a period of leave without pay. terminate her employment or require her to resign because of pregnancy or childbirth. Sections 45 and 50 There are two types of leave for new parents: 1. Childbirth and Adoption. Maternity leave Maternity leave is for birth mothers only. It must be completed within 52 weeks of the date the baby was born or an adopted child was placed with the parent.ca/Bull_pregnancy. at the end of a reservist leave. If an employee has less than 52 consecutive weeks of employment. titled Rights and Responsibilities Related to Pregnancy. This leave can be taken by one parent or shared between two parents.
she is still entitled to maternity leave if she notifies the employer within two weeks of her last day at work and provides a medical certificate.Section 7: Maternity. Note: An employee who takes maternity leave is not required to give notice before going on parental leave (unless she originally agreed to only take 15 weeks of maternity leave). The employee must be notified in writing. An employee who takes both maternity leave and parental leave must take the leaves consecutively. If the employer employs both parents of a child. Employees who intend to share parental leave with their spouse must advise their employer of their intention to do so. 40 . Birth mothers must take at least six weeks of maternity leave after the birth of her child (unless the employer agrees and she provides a medical certificate stating an early return will not endanger her health). Remember! The employer may ask for a medical certificate certifying the pregnancy and giving the estimated due date. The employer does not have to reinstate an employee until four weeks after the receipt of this notice. or circumstances related to the adoption. Parental and Reservist Leave Things an employer should know •	•	•	•	If a pregnancy interferes with an employee’s job performance during the 12 weeks before the estimated due date. Reference: ES Code. Section 51 Notice to end maternity or parental leave An employee must: •	Give at least four weeks’ written notice of the date that they intend to return to work (or to change their return date). prevent the employee from giving the notice. the employer can require the employee to start maternity leave. This notice must be provided at least four weeks before the end of the leave. Parents will still be eligible for the leave if medical reasons. the employer is not required to grant leave to both employees at the same time. Notice to start maternity or parental leave An employee must: •	Give the employer at least six weeks’ written notice of the date when she will start maternity leave. Information If the employee fails to give the necessary notice. When this happens. An employee must: •	Give the employer at least six weeks’ written notice of the date when he/she will start parental leave. written notice must be given to the employer as soon as possible.
Employer obligations An employer must: •	Reinstate employees returning from maternity or parental leave to the same or comparable position.albertahumanrights. or pay for any benefits during maternity or parental leave? However. Reference: ES Code. Employees are required to provide four weeks’ written notice if they do not intend to return to work after their leave ends. •	Note: if the business has been suspended or discontinued during the employee’s maternity/ parental leave. Information For more information on these and other obligations. unless the employer suspends or discontinues the business. Not terminate an employee on maternity leave or eligible for parental leave. Information Did you know: Under human rights law. if an employer benefits plan exists. Reference: ES Code. employers are required to accommodate the health-related consequences of an employee’s pregnancy and childbirth up to the point of undue hardship. or fails to report to work the day after leave ends. Parental and Reservist Leave If an employee fails to provide notice. Note: Earnings and benefits must be at least equal to those received when the leave began. Section 53 Did you know: The Employment Standards Code does not require an employer to make any payments to an employee. It is up to the employer to decide whether to extend leave should unforeseen circumstances arise. regardless of how long she has worked for the employer.ca 41 . the employee has hiring priority if the business starts up again within 12 months after the end of the leave. Section 53(8) Extended leave The Code provides for 15 weeks of maternity leave and 37 weeks of parental leave. There are no provisions for extensions.Section 7: Maternity. •	Be aware of his/her responsibilities under human rights legislation. the employer is under no obligation to reinstate the employee unless the failure is the result of unforeseen/unpreventable circumstances.ab. contact your local Alberta Human Rights Commission Office: Edmonton: 780-427-7661 Calgary: 403-297-6571 Toll-free: 310-0000 Website: www. there may be Alberta Human Rights obligations.
Section 7: Maternity, Parental and Reservist Leave
A reservist is a member of the reserve force of the Canadian Forces referred to in the National Defence Act (Canada). Under the Code, employees who are reservists are entitled to an unpaid, job protected leave of absence when deployed to an operation outside of Canada (including any required pre- or post-deployment activities) or inside Canada to assist with an emergency.
Reference: ES Code, Section 53.2
Employee entitlements When a reservist is deployed to an international operation or domestic emergency, leave may last as long as is necessary to accommodate the period of service.
There are no restrictions on how often a reservist can go on a domestic or international deployment.
A reservist is also entitled to unpaid leave of up to 20 days each calendar year to participate in annual training. Annual training days may be taken non-consecutively. Employee eligibility Eligible employees must:
Have 26 consecutive weeks of employment with the same employer to be eligible for reservist leave.
Note: This requirement applies to both full-time and part-time employees. Notice to start reservist leave An employee must:
Give the employer at least four weeks’ written notice of the date on which the leave will start and the estimated date on which the reservist intends to resume work.
Note: a reservist will not be required to comply with the notice requirement if unable to do so, due to deployment in urgent circumstances. In this case, written notice as soon as reasonable is sufficient. In the case of leave for annual training, an employee must:
Provide at least four weeks’ written notice of the date on which leave will start and the actual date on which the reservist will be back at work.
Notice to end reservist leave Where a reservist has been on annual training:
No additional notice to return to work is required for a reservist who returns to work on the date specified in his/her notice to go on leave.
Note: written notice is required if this date changes.
Where a reservist has been on leave for a domestic or international deployment for more than four weeks:
Reservist must give at least four weeks’ written notice of the day on which the employee intends to resume work.
Note: if this doesn’t happen, the employer can postpone the reservist’s return to work for up to four weeks from the date of the reservist’s notice. Where the reservist has been on leave for a domestic or international deployment for four weeks or less:
Reservist must provide advance written notice of the return-to-work date.
Reference: ES Code, Section 53.5
Note: In this case, notice can be less than four weeks and employer cannot delay the return date. Employer obligations An employer must:
Reinstate employees returning from reservist leave to the same or a comparable position. Not terminate an employee on reservist leave, unless the employer suspends or discontinues the business.
Note: Earnings and benefits must be at least equal to those received when the leave began.
Note: if the business has been suspended or discontinued during the employee’s reservist leave, the employee has hiring priority if the business starts up again within 12 months after the end of the leave.
Reference: ES Code, Sections 53.4 and 53.5
Duty to accommodate: www.albertahumanrights.ab.ca/Bull_DutytoAccom_web.pdf Pregnancy, childbirth and adoption: www.albertahumanrights.ab.ca/Bull_pregnancy.pdf Becoming a Parent in Alberta: www.humanservices.alberta.ca/documents/becoming-a-parent.pdf Employment Insurance Maternity and Parental Benefits: www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/sc/ei/benefits/maternityparental.shtml
Section 8: Termination of Employment
This section covers the employer’s responsibilities under the Code depending on whose idea it is to end employment. Deadline of payments for amounts owed	45
1. When an employee terminates employment	2. When an employer terminates employment
Determining length of service	Contents of the termination notice	Termination pay (pay in lieu)	Calculating termination pay	Situations where no termination is allowed
Situations that can merit just cause for dismissal
vacation pay. no notice is required from either party. overtime pay. the employer must pay the employee no later than 10 days after the date on which the notice would have expired. but less than two years of service When employee has two years or more of service Reference: ES Code. When an employee terminates employment 2. if an employer or employee terminates employment and no termination notice or termination pay is required. Sections 9 and 10 Note: If an employee fails to give the required notice before ending his/her employment. Reference: ES Code. This section is divided into two parts: 1. However. if the period of employment is three months or less. Section 58(1) 45 . Reference: ES Code. upon termination. Sections 9 and 10 1. When an employer terminates employment Remember! Regardless of who decides to terminate the employment. an employee’s earnings (wages. a written notice must be given to the employer as follows: Notice 1 week 2 weeks Length of service When employee has more than three months. general holiday pay and termination pay) must be paid no later than three days after the last day of employment. Information Deadline of payments for amounts owed Employer’s responsibility Regardless of who ends the employment relationship with notice. earnings must be paid no later than 10 days after the last day of employment.Section 8: Termination of Employment The Code requires both employees and employers to give each other notice of their intention to end the employment relationship. When an employee terminates employment If an employee wishes to terminate his/her employment.
Section 8: Termination of Employment Employees are not required to give termination notice if: •	•	•	•	•	•	•	•	They have been employed for less than three months.1 2. but less than four years For employment of four years or more. They are not provided with work as the result of a strike or lockout. 46 . but less than two years For employment of two years or more. There is a different established custom or practice in an industry. but less than eight years For employment of eight years or more. Reference: ES Code. general holiday pay or termination pay. vacation pay. an employer who terminates an employee’s employment must give written termination notice of at least: Notice 1 week 2 weeks 4 weeks 5 weeks 6 weeks 8 weeks Length of service For employment of more than three months. When an employer terminates employment Under the Code. They are temporarily laid off or laid off after having refused reasonable alternate employment. They terminate their employment because of a reduction in wage rate. Continuing to be employed by the employer would endanger their personal health or security. They are employed under an arrangement whereby they may elect to work or not when requested to do so. Reference: ES Regulation. but less than six years For employment of six years or more. overtime rate. Section 58(2) Note: Most construction employees are excluded from the Code’s notice of termination and termination pay provisions. Section 56 The employer may provide termination pay for the appropriate period or a combination of termination notice and termination pay. The contract of employment is impossible to perform due to unforeseeable or unpreventable causes beyond their control. Sections 5 and 5. but less than 10 years For employment of 10 years or more Reference: ES Code. School employees and school bus drivers are not entitled to termination pay if they work until the end of the school year and are given the opportunity to work at the beginning of the next school year.
Section 54 Remember! If a business. Terminated for just cause. leased or transferred and an employee continues to work for the business. is bought. Temporarily laid off. Reference: ES Code. Information Employers are not required to give termination notice (or pay in lieu) to employees who are: •	•	•	•	•	•	•	•	Employed on a seasonal basis (if their employment is terminated on completion of the season). Not provided with work as the result of a strike or lockout. Employed under an arrangement where they may elect to work or not when requested to. It can include more than one period of employment. Section 55(2) 47 . or any part of it. the employee retains all previous length of service and would be entitled to a notice of termination based on their full length of service.Section 8: Termination of Employment Remember! A termination notice is null and void if an employee continues to be employed by the same employer after the date specified for termination of employment. Laid off after having refused reasonable alternate employment. Whose employment has been terminated for failing to return to work within seven consecutive days of a recall (unless provided otherwise in a collective agreement). Employed for three months or less. The Code does not legislate termination notice for some employees. or Whose contract of employment has become impossible to perform because of unforeseeable or unpreventable causes beyond the control of their employer. Reference: ES Code. Reference: ES Code. Section 60 Information Determining length of service An employee’s length of service is the time that the employee has worked for the employer. if the breaks between periods are not longer than three months. sold. The original hire date with the initial business would be used for determining termination pay. Employed for a definite term or task for a period not exceeding 12 months. but these employees may be entitled to notice at common law. Termination notice or termination pay is also not required to be given to employees: •	•	•	Who have refused work made available through a seniority system.
An employer may not terminate the employment of.ca/default. the employer may give the employee pay in lieu in the amount the employee would have earned had the employee worked out the required notice period. Sections 52 and 53. an employer has the right to terminate an employee at any time. Situations where no termination is allowed Generally. Reference: ES Code. When an employee’s wages vary from one pay period to another. for any reason. Who has started reservist leave. does not wish to have an employee work out a notice period.Section 8: Termination of Employment Contents of the termination notice To be valid. An employer may combine notice (which the employee works out) and pay in lieu of notice to make up the required notice period. Is entitled to or has started parental leave. Given or otherwise provided to the employee. as long as they provide the required length of notice or pay in lieu. the weekly average of the employee’s regular wages for the three-month period (13 weeks) immediately preceding the date of termination is used to determine the employee’s termination pay. Section 57 Calculating termination pay Termination pay must be at least equal to the wages the employee would have earned if the employee had worked regular hours for the termination period.ab. The major exception is where the dismissal is in violation of human rights legislation.albertahumanrights. a termination notice must be: •	•	•	In writing and addressed to the employee concerned. Go to: www. search for Sample termination letter under the Additional Resources section. To see a sample termination letter. Note: it is not sufficient to post a termination notice on a bulletin board or other public area.asp for more information. Reference: ES Code. and For the correct notice period or longer. an employee who: •	•	•	Has started maternity leave. Termination pay (pay in lieu) If an employer. or lay off.4 48 . There are also situations where it is considered a violation to terminate an employee.
Reference: ES Code. or discriminate against an employee: •	For exercising their rights – or complying with certain obligations – under the Code. Employer’s responsibility ……The employer is responsible for proving that the dismissal is justified. An employer may not terminate the employment of. The employer must show more than just dissatisfaction with an employee’s performance. Giving or having the potential to give evidence at any inquiry or in any proceeding or prosecution. Note: If this happens. parental or reservist leave can be terminated or laid off if the employer suspends or discontinues the business. if operations are resumed within 52 weeks following the end of the employee’s maternity. an employee on maternity. Real misconduct or incompetence must be demonstrated. Sections 82 and 125 For example. Requesting or demanding anything to which he/she is entitled. lay off. parental or reservist leave. Reference: ES Code. the employer is obligated to reinstate the employee or provide the employee with alternative work in accordance with an established seniority system or employer practice. 49 . Termination for just cause typically involves conduct that is serious enough (either on its own account or in combination with other factors) to justify the employer ending the employment relationship. an employee: •	For the sole reason that garnishment proceedings are being or may be taken against the employee. It is also the employer’s responsibility to prove that: ……The employee was aware of the consequences of failure to perform certain duties or obey certain rules. or lay off. an employee cannot be discriminated against for: •	•	•	•	What is just cause? An employer can terminate an employee without notice for just cause. undertaking or other activity in which the employee was employed. or Making or being about to make any statement or disclosure that may be required.Section 8: Termination of Employment However. Making a complaint. Sections 82 and 124 An employer may not terminate the employment of.
50 . This information could be useful if you decide to terminate the employment relationship in the future. breaches company policies or conducts him/ herself dishonestly. If an employee’s conduct becomes problematic. it is important to keep accurate records. For more information on an employer’s responsibilities in cases of sexual harassment.ab.Section 8: Termination of Employment Information Employer tip! There are lots of ways to ensure that your employees know the consequences of breaking the rules. working conditions. overtime. ……Sexual harassment Sexual harassment is any unwelcome behaviour that is sexual in nature (either direct or indirect) that negatively affects (or threatens to affect) a person’s job security. Issue warning letters. prospects for promotion. and without the consent of the employer.pdf.ca/SexualHarass. Include information on vacation and general holidays. the employer may have just cause for dismissing the employee after determining his or her true abilities. ……Breach of duty Breach of duty can occur when an employee knowingly jeopardizes the interests of the employer. ……Conflict of interest Just cause for dismissal exists when an employee uses special information obtained while employed for his or her own purposes. date and outcome of any conversations or encounters that you have with an employee about inappropriate behaviour or conduct. Situations that can merit just cause for dismissal ……Misrepresentation of qualifications If an employee does not tell the truth about his or her skills and qualifications. Having an effective policy in place on appropriate workplace behaviour can decrease an employer’s liability in the event of a complaint being filed. ……Competing with employer’s interest If an employee knowingly competes with an employer’s interests. go to: www. As an employer. A Sample warning letter is available for review under the Additional Resources section. Post a copy of this handbook in a public place for all staff. It is a good practice to document the time. reveals confidential information.albertahumanrights. Here are a few: •	•	Develop an employee handbook and distribute it to all staff. issue a warning letter describing the disciplinary action that will be taken if behaviour is not corrected. as well as disciplinary measures for misconduct. it can be just cause for dismissal. earnings or from getting a job.
•	Leave of absence without notifying the employer.ca/employment/employer_info/ termination_and_severance. Note: Just cause does not exist if the behaviour is a result of the employee being provoked or a personality clash. the fraud: •	Must be committed against the employer or as part of the job. Unless the employee is in a position of trust. ……Theft Theft is just cause for dismissal. The absences and late arrivals must be the fault of the employee. ……Fraud and dishonesty Any fraudulent activity committed by an employee is just cause for dismissal. Some examples of just cause include: •	Failing to return to work after vacation.ab. However permanent illness or disability may be. •	Must be deliberate (intent to defraud exists). •	Taking time off under false pretenses. For more information. •	Chronic tardiness that is intentional and deliberate. ……Illness Temporary illness or disability is not just cause for dismissal.Section 8: Termination of Employment Establishing a competing business while still working for the employer. The employer is responsible for providing tangible proof that the employee committed the theft. It is the consequences of the intoxication or abuse that are significant. 51 .asp. ……Insolence and insubordination Rude and offensive behaviour toward the employer can be just cause for dismissal.albertahumanrights. go to: www. soliciting employer’s customers for a new business or taking benefits from competitors are some examples of just cause. ……Intoxication and substance abuse Intoxication and substance abuse are not just cause for dismissal. Example ……Willful disobedience Willful disobedience occurs when an employee disobeys an employer’s lawful and reasonable order. It must be deliberate. ……Absenteeism or lateness Chronic and excessive absences or lateness (even if for a valid reason) is just cause for dismissal.
The period of temporary layoff can be extended beyond 60 days if: •	The employer makes regular payment to or on behalf of the employee. employee pensions or benefits. and Give the employee suitable instruction and support to enable him or her to meet the standard required. To be valid. If there is a collective agreement that contains recall rights following lay off. it is a good practice to seek legal counsel prior to issuing a termination notice. Remember! The incompetence must be serious enough to justify dismissal. a notice of temporary layoff must: •	•	•	Be in writing. 63 and 64 of the Code regarding layoffs. such as continuing to pay wages. the maximum duration of a temporary layoff is 59 days. and the employer must pay termination pay. What is a temporary layoff? A temporary layoff occurs when an employer wishes to maintain an employment relationship without terminating the employment of an employee. on the 60th day of a temporary layoff. To prove incompetence the employer must: •	•	Set objective standards of the competence needed to do the job and make this known to the employee. 63 and 64 52 .Section 8: Termination of Employment ……Serious incompetence Being unable to demonstrate the skills and abilities the employee claims to possess is just cause for dismissal. In Alberta. Sections 62. the employment terminates and termination pay is owed when recall rights expire. Information Employer tip! If in doubt. Information ……Personality conflict The inability to get along with fellow workers is not just cause for dismissal. Reference: ES Code. and Include sections 62. call a lawyer! When dealing with termination for just cause. An employee’s employment is considered to be terminated. Termination pay is payable when benefits cease. State that it is a temporary layoff notice and its effective date.
It covers the rules of employing a worker between the ages of 12 to 17 years. the types of jobs that are allowed and general restrictions concerning their employment.Section 9: Adolescents and Young Persons Section Overview This section discribes the regulations surrounding the employment of adolescents and young people in the province of Alberta. Employing an adolescent (age 12 to 14 years)	Types of jobs not allowed	Hours of work	Safety considerations	Employer’s responsibility	Restaurant and food services industry	54 54 54 55 55 55 Employing a young person (age 15 to 17 years)	Hours of work and required adult supervision	55 55 Employment permits	Applying for a permit to employ an adolescent	Types of jobs considered potentially harmful to adolescents 56 56 56 53 .
Information Remember! Adolescents cannot work between 9 pm and 6 am. •	Work for longer than two hours on a school day. •	Sell or serve liquor in licensed premises. They may be employed as: •	•	•	•	•	Delivery person for newspapers. slicers. slicers or other potentially dangerous equipment are in operation. grills. Clerk in a retail store.Section 9: Adolescents and Young Persons Employing an adolescent (age 12 to 14 years) Adolescents are 12. grills. or other potentially dangerous equipment. •	Work for longer than eight hours on a non-school day. •	Work in areas where smoking is permitted. Delivery person for small goods and merchandise for a retail store. ·· Host/hostess ·· Cashier ·· Dishwasher ·· Table bussing ·· Server or waiter ·· Providing customer service ·· Assembling food orders Remember! The parent or guardian of any adolescent must agree to the employment and provide written consent to the employer prior to starting work. Certain duties in the restaurant and food services industry (must work with and be in the continuous presence of an adult). Reference: ES Regulation. Section 52(3) 54 . 13 and 14 years old. Hours of work An adolescent cannot: •	Work during normal school hours (unless enrolled in an education program under the School Act. Clerk or messenger in an office. or work in areas where deep fryers. flyers and handbills. such as: Work Experience Program or the Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP)). Sections 51 and 52(1) Information Types of jobs not allowed An adolescent cannot: •	Use deep fryers. Reference: ES Regulation.
humanservices. Note: Continuous presence means that the young person must work alongside and within visual and hearing distance of an adult employee. The Code does not prohibit a young person from working in any occupation. Restaurant and food services industry In the restaurant and food services industry.hirestandards. education or welfare of the adolescent. and Mail or fax a copy of the checklist to the Permit Administrator at Employment Standards. Section 51 Hours of work and required adult supervision A young person can work between midnight and 6 am only if: •	•	The young person’s parent or guardian gives the prospective employer written consent to the employment.ca.alberta. and The young person is in the continuous presence of an employee over the age of 18 at all times. For more information call the Occupational Health and Safety Contact Centre at: 1-866-415-8690 or visit: www. the employer must also complete the Safety Checklist for Adolescent Employees in Restaurant and Food Services found at:	www. Reference: ES Regulation. Employer’s responsibility •	It is the employer’s responsibility to complete a written hazard assessment of the adolescent employee’s worksite. health. 55 . However. The employer must: •	•	Keep an original copy of the checklist at the worksite. elimination and control.Section 9: Adolescents and Young Persons Safety considerations It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that the job is not likely to be dangerous to the life. search for the Sample hazard assessment form under the Additional Resources section. 16 and 17 years old.html. Employing a young person (age 15 to 17 years) Young persons are 15. Keep a copy of the hazard assessment at the worksite. Note: Part 2 of the Occupational Health and Safety Code 2009 Explanation Guide gives employers information about hazard assessments. there are requirements for supervision. and Warn the adolescent about any hazard that might affect them.alberta.ca/working-in-alberta/53. Control or eliminate all hazards. The employer must also: •	•	•	To see a sample hazard assessment form.
hand grinders. The application requires information from the applicant.hirestandards. grills. health. Jobs working with potentially hazardous equipment. etc. and the employer. Section 53 Employment permits For adolescents. hotel. A young person cannot sell or serve liquor in licensed premises. The application will be reviewed and a response will be sent to both the employer and the employee. education or well-being of the adolescent. Jobs working with or near moving vehicles and equipment (including forklifts). Jobs requiring heavy lifting. motel or place that sells food or drink: •	•	•	•	Cannot work between midnight and 6 am. such as pneumatic drills. Types of jobs considered potentially harmful to adolescents •	•	•	•	Jobs in the construction industry. or sharp knives. blowtorches. Reference: ES Regulation. 56 . Reference: ES Regulation. some jobs require an employment permit. deep fryers. Section 54 Applying for a permit to employ an adolescent Complete and submit an Application for a Permit to Employ an Adolescent found at: www.Section 9: Adolescents and Young Persons A young person who works in a retail store. the parent or guardian. A young person who is required to attend school under the School Act cannot work during normal school hours (unless enrolled in an education program under the School Act. The permit may include conditions such as always working with an adult. conveyors for bulk materials. slicers. hammers. Can work between 9 pm and midnight only if he/she is in the continuous presence of an employee over the age of 18. such as: Work Experience Program or the Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP)). welding equipment. Information Remember! Adolescents and their employers have other rights and responsibilities under Alberta’s employment standards and occupational health and safety laws.ca. The permit system gives parents or guardians. The adolescent may not begin work unless the application is approved and a permit is received. or receiving specific training. Note: An Employment Standards officer may conduct a site visit of any worksite requesting a permit to employ adolescents. before the employment starts.alberta. employers and Employment Standards a chance to investigate if the employment could harm the life. retail business selling gas or petroleum/ natural gas products.
Complaints to Employment Standards	How a complaint is filed	Investigating complaints	58 58 59 Appeals	60 Order of Officer or Director	Prosecution under the Code	How the Employment Standards enforcement process works Employment Standards enforcement process map	Enforcement process step details	60 60 61 62 63 57 .Section 10: The Employment Standards Process Section Overview This section is about the Employment Standards process and what happens when a complaint is filed.
However. This may be done online.employment. A written complaint can be made by an individual to an Employment Standards officer: •	•	At any time during their employment. It is an employee’s right to be able to file a complaint with Employment Standards when they believe that the Code’s minimum standards are not being met. the Code provides a fair and equitable dispute resolution mechanism that includes investigation. enforcement and appeal provisions. Employment Standards provides employers and employees with access to a wide range of information resources. in some instances employers fail to give their employees benefits sufficient to meet these minimum standards. 58 . a website. Employment Standards encourages parties to first try to resolve workplace disputes without direct government intervention. or Within six months of termination of their employment. Complaints can be received by Employment Standards online at: www. Note: When a third party is concerned that an employer is not complying with the Code. When this happens. Information Remember! Individuals are protected from discrimination and termination of employment if they make a complaint or give information relating to a complaint.alberta. Where employment disputes arise and the parties are unable to resolve the matter on their own. How a complaint is filed If a dispute arises and the employer and employee cannot resolve it on their own. Note: The Director of Employment Standards has the authority to extend this time period if necessary.ca/escomplaint. Complaints to Employment Standards Most employers provide benefits that meet or exceed the minimum standards set by law. Note: If efforts to resolve the matter using the Self-Help Kit and other resources have been unsuccessful.Section 10: The Employment Standards Process Both employers and employees share the responsibility to comply with Employment Standards legislation and are best able to manage their affairs when statutory rights and responsibilities are clearly established and understood. the third party can also bring the concern to the government’s attention. the employee (or former employee) may file a written complaint. publications. the employee may then file a complaint. a call centre and education services to help develop strategies for dispute resolution.
will make an order. The Complaint by Employee form can be found at: www. Information If an investigation reveals that an employer has failed to meet the Code’s standards. Remember! If an employer. they are liable to prosecution. friend. and mediation is unsuccessful.Section 10: The Employment Standards Process Note: If an employee is unable to access a computer with internet connection (such as at a local library. Reference: ES Code. falsifies an employment record or gives false or misleading information about employment records. a paper complaint form may be accepted. Each investigation includes an educational component for both parties to the dispute. Sections 87 and 89 Definition 59 . the officer or. Employment Standards also has a variety of formal enforcement tools at its disposal. employee or other person delays or obstructs an officer.ca/escs/Complaint/SubmitComplaint. including: •	Notice to Produce Employment Records •	Notice of Decision of Officer •	Order of Officer •	Direction of Officer •	Audits •	Director’s Demands to Third Parties •	Single Employer Declarations •	Director’s Certificates Mediation is also used by officers as a form of dispute resolution where: •	Insufficient or contradictory evidence exists concerning the exact entitlements. •	The parties request assistance in mediating a resolution to their dispute. Order of Officer or Order of Director of Employment Standards This order declares how much the employer owes to the employee as a result of the failure to provide the minimum benefits.employment.alberta. Investigating complaints Employment Standards assesses all employee complaints and third party inquiries to determine the most appropriate course of action based on the circumstances.aspx#. or •	The normal complaint process is unlikely to result in collection of the full entitlements due. in some cases. The overall objective is to ensure employees receive their full entitlements under the Code. the Director of Employment Standards. family member or local government office). An officer will seek to resolve a complaint through voluntary agreement.
an officer may direct an employer or employee to comply with the Code. Otherwise. the Order is binding and will lead to enforcement. or set-off by an employer against an employee. an Alberta Crown prosecutor will assess the recommendation and determine if it is in the public interest to proceed with a prosecution under the Code. Section 133 Employment Standards will consider the following three factors before recommending prosecution under the Code: •	The seriousness of the offence. If a recommendation to commence prosecution proceedings is supported in the department. approval or notice issued under the Code. •	Whether there is sufficient evidence to conclude there is a reasonable likelihood of conviction. Note: Copies of an Order must be served on the employer and employees affected by it. but must not take into account a claim. investigation or inquiry. The amounts ordered to be paid can take into account deductions authorized or permitted by the Code. award. Reference: ES Code. Following an inspection. Reference: ES Code. 60 . Order of Officer or Director An Order of Officer or the Director will contain the following basic information: •	The legal name of the employer to whom the order is directed. In addition. declaration. Prosecution under the Code A prosecution for an offence under the Code must begin within one year from the date on which the alleged offence occurred. Section 79 Failure to comply could result in a prosecution under section 126(a). permit. Section 126(a). or an Order.Section 10: The Employment Standards Process Appeals If an employee or an employer believes that the Order of Officer is wrong. they may appeal the order within 21 days. Where an officer decides that an employee is not entitled to a remedy under the Code. Reference: ES Code. demand. •	Whether alternatives to prosecution have proven ineffective. and •	The amount payable to the employee. the employee may appeal the officer’s decision within 21 days. •	The name of the employee about whom the order is made. counterclaim. an Order may require an employer to pay to the Director fees that are prescribed in the Regulation.
html. Details about each step are listed on Pages 63/64. To download a PDF version of the diagram. documents or decisions may be different in formal investigations. 61 . You can find the current Compliance Policy and Enforcement Procedures at: www.ca/working-in-alberta/14281.humanservices.Section 10: The Employment Standards Process How the Employment Standards enforcement process works The process followed when enforcing employment standards is depicted in the following diagram.html.alberta.humanservices. Note: This is a plain-language outline.ca/working-in-alberta/13604. Terms used to describe certain processes. visit: www.alberta.
23 Disclaimer Depending on the violations observed. Additional fees apply. 1 2 Employer directed to post an inspection notice. 21 Money collected/ assets liquidated. 19 Referral to collection agency. 11 Employer takes action and informs Officer. 62 . 16 Orders issued to employer. (Appeal possible). 22 Prosecution recommended to Alberta Justice.Section 10: The Employment Standards Process Employment Standards enforcement process map Complaint. 15 Audit performed at employer’s expense. Seize assets. 25 Money distributed to worker(s). the Employment Standards officers may use a variety of enforcement actions. (Appeal possible). 18 Collection proceedings begin. who is directed to comply. Order fee applies. Records demanded. including recommendation to Alberta Justice for prosecution. 14 One or more steps will be taken. This diagram is for illustration purposes only. 17 Order filed in court. investigation or general inspection launched. 8 No Possible audit and prosecution. 24 Alberta Justice proceeds with prosecution. No Full compliance? 12 13 Yes ‘Compliance Met’ documentation issued by Officer and posted by employer. (Appeal possible). 5 Yes Officer reviews records provided and/or complaint details. 3 Records produced? 4 No Prosecution for obstruction will be considered. 20 Seize monies. 6 Frequent/ problem offender? Yes Yes 9 ES Violation? 7 No Non violation decision issued to employer. 10 Violations outlined to employer. Actual processes used may vary according to individual circumstances of an investigation or inspection.
10. 6. Please see the Employment Standards Fact Sheet regarding complaints found at: www. Audits of employer records may discover previous unpaid employee earnings. 9.	The officer decides whether an employment standards violation has occurred.	Has the employer provided the records requested? 5. reinstatement or other steps ordered by the officer or Director. 7. Note: Prosecution through the courts is possible for making an untrue or fraudulent complaint. This may have included payment of monies owed. The enforcement process begins.	The officer will review the information provided by the complainant.alberta.	Prosecution through the courts will be considered for obstructing an officer. 12. falsifying records.ca/crp. 3.	The officer provides the employer with an Inspection Notice to be posted in a prominent location at the worksite(s). 11. This may also include interviewing other employees. even if the employer has complied with standards in a particular instance.	The officer reviews the proof provided by the employer that action has been taken to comply with employment standards and decides whether full compliance has been achieved.	A complaint by an individual is filed with Employment Standards or an employer is identified for a general inspection. or could be employers that refuse to comply with Officer Directions or Orders. The complainant has the option to appeal the decision. The notice indicates that an inspection or investigation is underway and must not be removed until the project is complete. 8.	The employer follows the directions given by officer and provides proof to confirm compliance. 2.	Employment Standards may choose to initiate an audit and/or legal prosecution of frequent or problem offenders. the records provided from the employer and any other pertinent information.	The officer explains the violations that have occurred to the employer and outlines what the employer must do to comply with minimum standards.	An officer notifies the employer of the investigation or inspection and issues a formal demand for the employer to produce payroll records.	Frequent/problem offenders could be employers that have had numerous complaints registered and/or decisions/Orders issued.Section 10: The Employment Standards Process Enforcement process step details 1. payment for these earnings will be enforced by ES officers. 13. making a complaint to an officer knowing it is untrue or failing to comply with a ‘Notice of Officer’. 63 .	The officer has decided no violation has occurred and issues a Non-Violation Decision.humanservices. The employer will be given a specific time period to produce records. 4. If so.
The employer is asked to replace the Inspection Notice issued earlier (box 3) with the ‘Compliance Met’ notice.	The officer has decided that employment standards have not been met and proceeds to the next stage. which may involve one or more actions. You can also inquire via e-mail by visiting the Employment Standards Online site found at: www. the matter is referred to an external collection agency. 19. 64 .	Alberta Justice reviews all information provided and makes a decision whether to proceed with civil prosecution in the Alberta courts.	Recovered monies are distributed to the complainant.	A recommendation for prosecution may be provided to Alberta Justice along with all appropriate information. 15. which can be extensive. 18. In either case an Order Fee will be charged to the employer. Matters referred to collection agencies have a 25 per cent collection fee added. No further appeals of the amounts assessed by the officer are permitted.	Monies may be seized from the employer. the employer will be notified and court action will commence. 21. Employment Standards may seize this money from the third party as well. Employer property may be seized. The employer and the complainant have the option to appeal. the employer will be charged for the costs of the audit. The Director may issue an Order to reinstate or compensate the complainant. 20.	The Order(s) are filed with the provincial Court of Queen’s Bench. 25. If you have questions about this process. Seized property assets may be liquidated to cash. please contact the Employment Standards Contact Centre at 780‑427‑3731 or 1‑877‑427‑3731. In either case. 22.Section 10: The Employment Standards Process 14.	The officer may issue Orders for the employer to pay monies owing. Results from an audit are reviewed and a decision is made whether to proceed with further steps. 23. 24.	The officer has decided that full compliance with employment standards has been met and issues a ‘Compliance Met’ form to all parties.	An audit may be performed by a government representative (known as a Crown Audit) or it may be performed by an external organization (known as a Third Party Audit). The employer has the option to appeal. Note: Employment Standards has the right to place liens on and/or seize property belonging to the employer.	Collection proceedings will proceed. If another company (sometimes called a third party) owes money to the employer. which will proceed with collection. including bank accounts or other assets.	If monies are not collected. 16.ca/working-in-alberta/3361.	Monies are collected. If the employer complies with these Orders they will not be filed in court (box 19). Additional fees will apply. or require further information regarding Alberta’s Employment Standards. 17.html.alberta. Documentation confirming compliance has been met is provided to the employer. from a bank account or from another party.humanservices. such as a firm indebted to the employer. If so.
Additional Resources Section Overview Employee or contractor: How to know the difference	Statement of earnings	Employee time tracking sheet	Frequently asked questions about work clothes	Payroll deduction authorization forms	Frequently asked questions	about compressed work week arrangements (CWW)	Examples of typical compressed work week arrangements	Individual overtime agreement	Group overtime agreement	Group overtime agreement – Part A and Part B	Management or supervisory employee questionnaire	General holidays in Alberta	Sample warning letter (On company letterhead)	Sample termination letter (On company letterhead)	Sample hazard assessment form	Hazard Assessment and Control Sheet	Parent/guardian consent for employment of adolescent	Common exceptions from Employment Standards	66 69 70 71 72 75 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 89 65 .
often on contracts received as the result of a successful project bid. •	•	Submits invoices. May pay insurance premiums for privately held-plans. Under the Code. Sometimes interpreting these pieces of legislation can raise questions about the distinction between contractors and employees. the Code does not apply to the self-employed/contractor. Information Remember! While general guidelines apply. Receives benefits such as vacation pay. Here are some general guidelines to help you determine whether or not an individual is an employee or a contractor. Benefits are paid for in full or part by the employer. Table 1 1: Working conditions that determine if someone is an employee or a contractor Direction and control Method of payment •	•	Receives an hourly. Receives a pay-related document such as a pay cheque and statement of earnings. The definition includes former employers. an employer is “a person who employs an employee”.Additional Resources Employee or contractor: How to know the difference Employment Standards deals with questions. the Code will protect the employees that they hire. An employee is defined as “an individual employed to do work who receives or is entitled to wages”. Hours of work Benefit plans •	•	•	•	•	66 . requests for information and complaints related to Alberta’s Employment Standards Code. Employment Insurance and Canada Pension Plan contributions. Usually works specified hours set by the employer. or is paid on commission. Generally is free to choose time of work. Note: the Code does apply to contractors if they are also employers. to take time off work? Most employees and employers in Alberta are covered by the Code. For example. it’s important to know that different government organizations use their own specific considerations to decide if a worker is an employee or a contractor (for example: the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)). does not participate in the Employment Insurance program. The definition includes former employees. However. Receives pay as a lump sum or in installments. who is entitled to certain payments? Or. weekly or monthly wage or salary. In most cases.
•	•	•	Has the required training before starting the job. computer and related equipment provided. cannot be discharged by the payer without compensation. Can terminate his or her employment in accordance with Alberta’s Employment Standard’s Code requirements. Pays his or her own training costs.Additional Resources Training •	Receives in-house. computers and other equipment needed to work. sequence or manner in which the work is done. as long as he or she has complied with the requirements of the contract. most of the contractor’s time may be spent on that project). May employ or subcontract others to do the work. may work at the payer’s premises. (The relationship with the employer continues after these tasks or duties have been completed. Can be discharged from work. Supplies a project or service as required by the contract. provided Alberta’s Employment Standards Code and other requirements are met. Does not receive or follow ongoing instructions on when. personal and exclusive service •	•	•	Schedules and routines Right to discharge or terminate employment •	•	•	•	•	•	•	Supervision and compliance with instructions •	•	•	Works under the supervision of the employer. Decides what methods will be used to achieve the final outcome. Generally works without supervision to meet the requirements of the contract. on-the-job or outside training that is provided. Personally performs the work or service and cannot hire someone else to do it. May perform a variety of tasks and duties.) •	•	•	Specific results •	•	Ownership of facilities. but can set the schedule. •	•	Usually supplies (leases. the payer of the contractor can do so under the specified conditions. Generally must follow the employer’s instructions regarding the quality or volume of work.) Full-time. Normally. paid or reimbursed by the employer. tools and equipment Facilities and premises •	Usually uses a workspace. Typically has many potential income streams and serves a number of payers during a given period. (Someone with several part-time jobs with different employers is still considered an employee). When possible or necessary. May have to meet deadlines. cannot terminate the contract without liability. supplies. (Once these requirements have been met. when and where the work is performed. where and how to work. Works under the direction and control of an employer. for a while. phone. as long as the payer has complied with the requirements of the contract. If the contract allows for termination. (On a large project. furniture. rents or owns) the space. Generally must follow the employer’s instruction on how. 67 . maintained and paid for by the employer. phones. furniture. Usually devotes all working time to one employer. the contractual relationship ends. Normally.
The longer and more permanent the working relationship. Relies on several income sources or payers over time. Alberta Employment and Immigration. Catalogue Item # 708399. profits or losses. May earn more as length of service or experience increases. Risk having periods with less work (possibly after an unsuccessful contract bid) and therefore less income. Is in business for his or her own benefit and is not part of the payer’s business. Table adapted from: Employee or Contractor? Know the Difference. Chance of profit or risk of loss Profit •	•	•	Does not necessarily earn more if work is completed more quickly than expected or if other savings occur. Is paid for labour or services provided. equipment. materials and supplies – including letterhead and business cards – required for the job. Stands to make more money if project work is completed more quickly than expected or if other savings occur. Integration Independence and self-employment •	•	•	Is not self-employed. Does business with the general public. (Some trades people. including mechanics and carpenters. 1 68 .Additional Resources Tools and Equipment •	Usually uses tools. •	Risk of loss •	•	•	•	•	•	Stands to make less money if project work takes longer to complete. equipment and materials provided and paid for by the employer. Receives pay at an established rate that is independent of the employer’s sales. Usually arranges and pays for tools and equipment maintenance and upgrades. 2008. May hold a business license. Has a GST number or WCB account. •	•	Usually buys. Is part of the employer’s business and depends on one income source. Is not responsible for covering bad debts: debts are the employer’s responsibility. May earn more through bonuses or incentive pay plans. if a bid is inaccurate or if costs increase because of damage or for other reasons. Government of Alberta. May have to deal with bad debts. (Part-time employees with several employers are still employees). the more likely that someone is considered to be an employee. rents or leases the tools. •	•	•	•	•	•	Acts on his or her own behalf. provide their own hand tools even when they are employees).
00) ($20. Statement of earnings checklist Pay period covered by the statement Number of regular and overtime hours worked Number of hours taken off in lieu of overtime Wage rate and overtime rate Earnings paid: showing each component of the earnings separately (e.00 30 4 (banked) 4 8 $48.Additional Resources Statement of earnings The Employment Standards Code requires an employer to provide employees with a written statement of earnings at the end of each pay period. Use the statement of earnings checklist to ensure your company’s pay stub includes all the necessary information.00/hour) General holiday pay (8 hours x $12.00/hour Hours Earnings: Regular hours Overtime Time off in lieu (taken April 22.00/hour $18. overtime. wages.00) ($79.00 $504.00 69 .00) $425.25. Year $12.00) ($9. Candle April 21 .00/hour) Vacation pay (4%) Total earnings: Deductions: (amounts are examples only) Income tax EI CPP Total deductions: Net pay (Optional – list only if being paid) Earnings $360. Year) (4 banked hours x $12.00 ($50.00 $96. There are several pieces of information that a statement of earnings must include. general holiday pay and vacation pay) Amount of deductions from earnings and the reason for each deduction Sample pay stub Name: Pay period: Wage rate: Overtime rate: Jack G.g.
Two sample employee time tracking sheets are attached. Employee biweekly time record (template 1) Employee name: Employee number: Title/Job description: Date: Department: Week one: Date Activity Time start Break Time finish Hours Week one total hours: Week two: Date Activity Time start Break Time finish Hours Week one total hours: Authorization required for all overtime hours Supervisor’s signature: Total regular hours: Total overtime hours: 70 . or time-off provided by the employer as sick time. Time that does not have to be recorded includes: a break provided by the employer when the employee is free to leave the workplace. They can be modified or adapted to meet your needs. Note: These forms are proposed as examples. bereavement or leave of absence. These employment records must accurately show how the totals of regular and overtime hours are calculated. No form is imposed by the Code respecting Employment Standards. including paid and unpaid breaks.Additional Resources Employee time tracking sheet The Employment Standards Code requires employers to record the actual hours of work of each employee for each working day.
But the deduction can only be made with the written authorization of the employee. Can I deduct the cost of or the cleaning of the uniform from an employee’s pay cheque if they are paid minimum wage? No. amount-specific authorization should be signed by the employee for that one deduction. Total hrs. The deduction must not take an employee’s earnings below minimum wage. Deductions made from an employee’s wages for supplying or looking after uniforms or other articles that must be worn on the job cannot reduce the employee’s earnings below the minimum wage. Employee name: Employee number: Department: Date Weekly totals: Employee signature: Supervisor signature: Date: Date: Frequently asked questions (about work clothes) Can an employer make a deduction for a uniform or other work clothes that the employee is required to wear during work hours? Yes.Additional Resources Employee weekly time tracking record (template 2) Employer name Address Timesheet Title: Status: Supervisor: Start time Breaks End time Regular hrs. 71 . A deduction for a uniform cannot be more than the employer’s actual cost to buy the uniform. What kind of written authorization must I have to make a deduction for uniforms? A date-specific. Overtime hrs.
However. Can I have an appearance/dress code for my place of business? An employer can set reasonable appearance and grooming standards necessary for the safe and effective conduct of the business. The terms of the arrangement should be outlined in writing at the beginning of the employment relationship. unless allowed to do so by subsection (2). you cannot take the employee’s earnings below minimum wage and you must have signed authorization to make the deduction. If they don’t. it remains their property and the employers are entitled to have the work clothes returned once employment ends. Section 12 Deductions from earnings 12(1)	12 (2)	12 (3) An employer must not deduct. When employees pay for their work clothes.Additional Resources Can I ask for a deposit from the employee for work clothes? Yes. (b) authorized to be deducted by a collective agreement that is binding on the employee. or (b) cash shortages or loss of property if an individual other than the employee had access to the cash or property. An employee’s final earnings must be paid according to the provisions of the Employment Standards Code. it is recommended that the terms of the agreement be in writing. If the deposit is to come off the pay cheque. must I have a new authorization? Yes. Payroll deduction authorization forms Excerpt from the Employment Standards Code. Are there other restrictions on work clothes and deductions for them? Yes. Employees must be made aware that failure to adhere to these standards may lead to the discipline process. You must have a new written authorization. Division 1. Part 2. An employer may deduct from the earnings of an employee a sum of money that is (a) permitted or required to be deducted by an enactment or a judgment or order of a court. When the employer pays for the work clothes. employees can be disciplined. an employer may not deduct from earnings a sum for (a) faulty workmanship. the clothing becomes their property and the employer cannot require the work clothes to be returned without compensating the employee. If I provide new work clothes in the future. or (c) personally authorized in writing by the employee to be deducted. Employees must be aware that failure to wear their work clothes may lead to the discipline process. Can I dictate to employees that they are expected to wear their work clothes at all times? Yes. Despite an authorization in a collective agreement or a written authorization by an employee. set off against or claim from the earnings of an employee any sum of money. 72 . Can I withhold the employee’s final pay cheque if the work clothes are not returned? No.
by signature below: (print employee's name) I (name of employer) authorize my employer. (start date) (end date. and. Division 1. a new payroll deduction authorization form must be completed. cash shortages or loss of property. that is applicable). etc. There are some deductions that are not allowed – even with written authorization from the employee. etc). cell phone. Section 12 of the Employment Standards Code.g.Additional Resources Payroll deduction authorization form (multiple instalment deductions) Legal Name of Company and Address:	Company Phone Number: In accordance with Part 2. e. childcare. indefinitely or until repayment to The amount of $ (exact dollar amount) will be (specify monthly / semi-monthly / deducted from my bi-weekly / weekly or other) pay periods and is no longer payable after pay period (state payroll end date or upon termination. The authorization must be clear and specific to the amount that is being deducted and its purpose. ending Employee signature Date •	•	•	•	•	Authorizations for payroll deductions must be given by the employee to the employer in writing.g. This payroll deduction will be effective to the employer is complete). e. any invoice #. In order to change or stop an ongoing deduction from occurring. uniform payment. Information 73 . rent. meals. $ (total amount to to deduct the total amount of be deducted or amount to be deducted per pay period when total amount is unknown) off my earnings for receipt of the following: (specify purpose of the deduction/rationale. Always keep copies of letters on the employee’s file. These include deductions for: faulty workmanship.
g. any invoice #. and. (specifiy monthly / (state payroll end Employee signature Date Example A letter format like this one could be used if: An employee rents the company’s maintenance shop for personal use on the weekends. The authorization must be clear and specific to the amount that is being deducted and its purpose. This payroll deduction will be deducted off my semi-monthly / bi-weekly / weekly) pay period ending date or upon termination). by signature below: (print employee's name) I (name of employer) authorize my employer.Additional Resources Payroll deduction authorization form (unique/one time deductions) Legal Name of Company and Address:	Company Phone Number: In accordance with Part 2. uniform payment. 74 . etc. These include deductions for: faulty workmanship. cash shortages or loss of property. Section 12 of the Employment Standards Code. Information •	•	•	•	Authorizations for payroll deductions must be given by the employee to the employer in writing. Division 1. that is applicable). Always keep copies of letters on the employee’s file. childcare. e. There are some deductions that are not allowed – even with written authorization from the employee. cell phone. rent. The employer charges the employee an hourly rate when used and deducts payment from the employee’s pay cheque. meals. $ (total amount to be deducted) to deduct the total amount of off my earnings for receipt of the following: (specify purpose of the deduction/rationale.
The employer must establish the cycle. can the scheduled hours worked be paid at regular pay? Yes.Additional Resources Frequently asked questions (about compressed work week arrangements (CWW)) Is employee approval required for an employer to implement a CWW? No. If the work schedule is dependent on other factors such as work availability or the weather. a CWW would not be appropriate. When is it appropriate to institute a CWW? When the work is scheduled on a consistent and repetitive basis. If a casual or part time employee fills in for another employee on a CWW. as long as the employee is informed prior to working the shift that they are filling in on a CWW and will not be paid overtime for any of the scheduled hours. What is a CWW ‘cycle’? A cycle is a work schedule covering more than one week that repeats itself in the same order. Sick pay is not wages and sick days do not constitute hours of work. The work schedule must show all the work weeks that make up the cycle. can the employee be required to make up a shift? Yes. However. it lends itself to a CWW. If an employee was absent from work for a scheduled shift and was paid sick pay by the employer for that day. for any reason. Can an employee be required to make up a shift when they have been absent. Can two employees job-share on a CWW schedule? Yes. How are new employees paid for hours of work if they start employment part way into the cycle? All scheduled hours will be paid at regular pay. it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that the employees are informed of the arrangement before the work begins. any employee working within that cycle is subject to payment under the CWW. An employer can require an employee to work a CWW. An employee can only be scheduled to a maximum of 12 hours (including breaks) in a work day. but the employee must be paid regular wages and any applicable overtime for the day. The employer must inform the new employee of this before the employee starts work. Is there a limit to the number of hours which may be scheduled in a day as part of a CWW? Yes. on a scheduled work day? Yes. Once this is done. 75 .
and six per cent for three weeks. However.Additional Resources Can any scheduled work days be eight hours or less under a CWW? Yes. 76 . The scheduled work days under a CWW can be a combination of work days greater or less than eight hours per day. Overtime is calculated both on a daily and a weekly (or cycle) basis. Overtime pay for employees working a compressed work week? Overtime is still possible with a CWW arrangement. vacation entitlement in those cases has to be calculated based on the average weekly hours worked. Can a CWW average more than 44 hours per week? No. unless the Employment Standards Regulation specifies more than 44 hours per week before overtime is payable for a specific industry. The greater number of overtime hours is what must be paid. Vacations and vacation pay for employees working a compressed work week? Vacation entitlements are usually described in terms of number of weeks. overtime worked under the CWW arrangement could be given as time off through an overtime agreement. Vacation pay continues to be calculated as four per cent of gross regular earnings for two weeks' vacation entitlement. General holiday pay for employees working a compressed work week? Qualified employees are entitled to have a general holiday off with pay only if they are normally scheduled to work on the general (statutory) holiday. Alternatively. since compressed work weeks sometimes involve a different number of days or hours on different weeks during the cycle. but it may not be scheduled as part of the CWW.
Additional Resources Examples of typical compressed work week arrangements Example 1: Daily hours are increased from eight to 11 and days worked reduced from six to four. Example 2: Daily hours are increased from eight to 10 and days worked reduced from five to four. The cycle is repeated every six weeks. Original six-day work schedule Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Total 7 hours 7 hours 7 hours 7 hours 7 hours 7 hours 42 hours New two-week work schedule Week 1 Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Total Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Total 12 hours 12 hours 12 hours 36 hours Week 2 12 hours 12 hours 12 hours 12 hours 48 hours Original six-day work schedule Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Total 7 hours 7 hours 7 hours 7 hours 7 hours 7 hours 42 hours New three-day work. Example 4: Employee works three days of 12 hours. three-day off schedule Week 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Week 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Week 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Week 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Week 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Week 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Days off are shaded 77 . followed by three days off. The average total weekly hours is 42. The average total weekly hours is 42. Original six-day work schedule Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Total 8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 4 hours 44 hours New four-day work schedule Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Total 11 hours 11 hours 11 hours 11 hours 44 hours Original five-day work schedule Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Total 8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 8 hours 40 hours New four-day work schedule Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Total 10 hours 10 hours 10 hours 10 hours 40 hours Example 3: Daily hours are increased from seven to 12 and days worked reduced from six to three in the first week and four in the second week.
The employer shall provide a copy of this agreement to the employee. If the time off in place of overtime pay is not provided. No amendment or termination of this agreement shall be effective without at least one months' notice in writing by one party to the other. or •	the Director of Employment Standards issues a permit providing for a longer period of time. whichever is greater. Dated Signed For employer/company this day of 20 Employee 78 . and remuneration paid for time off in place of overtime pay shall be treated as wages. taken and paid. time off with pay in place of overtime pay for those hours worked in excess of in a work day or in a work week. comprised of to . taken and paid within three months of the end of the pay period in which it was earned unless: •	the agreement is part of a collective agreement which provides for a longer period of time. The time off with pay in place of overtime pay shall be provided. It is agreed between: Employee name: Address: and Employer/company name: Address: that either wholly or partly the employer will provide and the employee will take. 3. 5. The time off shall be provided. Time off in place of overtime shall be treated as hours of work. 6. 7. 4.Additional Resources Individual overtime agreement 1. taken and paid at the regular rate of wages at a time that the employee could have worked and received wages from the employer. taken and paid in accordance with paragraph 2. the employee shall be paid at the overtime rate for all the overtime hours for which time off was not provided. (Day of the week) (Day of the week) 2.
Time off in place of overtime shall be treated as hours of work. taken and paid at the regular rate of wages at a time that the employee could have worked and received wages from the employer. The time off with pay in place of overtime pay shall be provided. (Day of the week) (Day of the week) 2. 5. Dated Signed this day of 20 79 . I certify that the employees who have signed Part B attached to this form represent a majority of the employees in the group described and named on Part A attached. or •	the Director of Employment Standards issues a permit providing for a longer period of time. If the time off in place of overtime pay is not provided. 4. The employer shall provide a copy of this agreement to the employee. comprised of to . whichever is greater. 3. 6.Additional Resources Group overtime agreement 1. No amendment or termination of this agreement shall be effective without at least one months' notice in writing by one party to the other. The time off shall be provided. the employee shall be paid at the overtime rate for all the overtime hours for which time off was not provided. 7. taken and paid in accordance with paragraph 2. and remuneration paid for time off in place of overtime pay shall be treated as wages. taken and paid. taken and paid within three months of the end of the pay period in which it was earned unless: •	the agreement is part of a collective agreement which provides for a longer period of time. It is agreed between: The employees listed on Part A attached and Employer/company name: Address: that either wholly or partly the employer will provide and the employees will take time off with pay in place of overtime pay for those hours worked in excess of in a work day or in a work week.
. e.Additional Resources Group overtime agreement – Part A and Part B Part A (to be completed by the employer) Description of group: (Provide a complete description.g. Signature	Print name	Date 80 . “all office employees” or “all shipping and receiving employees”) Following is a complete list of all employees who together form the group described above as of Day/Month/Year Type or print names Signature	Print name	Date Part B (to be completed by participating employees) The employees whose signatures appear below wish to join the group overtime agreement attached to this form.
more work flexibility)? Yes No Employee authority Does the individual have the authority to grant time off or grant leaves of absence? Does the individual make work schedules and assign work to other employees? Does the individual have the authority to authorize overtime? Does the individual have the authority to authorize wage increases for other employees? Does the individual have cheque-signing authority? Does the individual have the authority to discipline workers (such as warn. repairs. Employee duties Does the individual direct the activities of other employees? Does the individual supervise the activities of other employees? Do the individual’s duties differ from other persons who are supervised? Does the individual receive payment or time off for extra time worked? Does the individual receive a rate of pay that is higher than those supervised? Does the individual have privileges over and above those of the employees he/she supervises/ manages (e. reprimand and/or suspend employees)? Does the individual have the authority to promote. more vacation. etc. company car. the greater the likelihood that the employee is working in a managerial or supervisory role.. This questionnaire is only an indicator of an employee’s status.Additional Resources Management or supervisory employee questionnaire The Employment Standards Regulation exempts supervisory. The more “yes” answers you check. managerial and employees employed in a confidential capacity from the Employment Standards Code’s provisions relating to overtime. The purpose of this questionnaire is to assist in determining whether an individual falls within the exemptions set out in the Regulation. hours of work and keeping records of hours of work.? How do other employees perceive this individual? Manager Supervisor Yes No Co-Worker 81 . expense account. demote or transfer employees? Does the individual complete performance appraisals for the employees he or she supervises? Does the individual have the authority to hire and fire? Does the individual participate in meetings where policies are made? Does the individual participate in meetings where business decisions are made? Does the individual have the authority to order supplies and pay for them without prior approval by the company? Does the individual’s authority include approving maintenance orders for equipment.g.
2014 Sep. 2019 Dec. 2015 Nov. 25. 11. 2020 Oct. 4. 2013 Dec. 2018 Oct. 20. 16. 30. 1. 19. 2013 Feb. 2012 Feb. 2013 Oct. 2014 2015 Jan. 2020 May 18. 12. 2011 2012 Jan. 2. 2012 2013 Jan. 2020 Sep. 10. 9. 2019 Apr. 2016 2017 Jan. 2018* Sep. 25. 12. 2014 May 19. 2012 May 21. 2017 May 22. 2020 Nov. 1. 25. 2013 Sep. 14. 14. 22. 18. 25. 1. 2015 May 18. 2013 May 20. 2018 Mar. 2013 Mar.Additional Resources General holidays in Alberta Under the Code. 6. it is celebrated on that day. 2015 Oct. 2018 Dec. 2011 Sep. 2018 July 2. 2019 Oct. 2015 Apr. 10. 2017 Nov. however. 2011 July 1. 17. 2016 Dec. 2014 Dec. 2011 May. 2017 2018 Jan. the following days are recognized as general holidays: General holiday New Year’s Day Alberta Family Day Good Friday Victoria Day Canada Day Labour Day Thanksgiving Day Remembrance Day Christmas Day Date January 1 3rd Monday in February Varies with religious calendar Monday immediately preceding May 25 July 1* 1st Monday in September 2nd Monday in October November 11 December 25 General holiday New Year’s Day Alberta Family Day Good Friday Victoria Day Canada Day Labour Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day 2011 Jan. 2014 Feb. 2020 Remembrance Day Nov. 8. 11. 2012 Oct. 13. 3. 2017 July 1. 7. 11. 2020 Feb. 17. 3. 2014 July 1. 20. 11. 2019 Nov. 5. 25. 11. 2012 Dec. 2015 Remembrance Day Nov. 2015 Sep. 21. 2016 May 23. 2011 Apr. when July 1st falls on any day of the week other than Sunday. 3. 2016 Oct. 2017 Dec. 1. 2013 Nov. 7. 8. it is treated as if it fell on the Monday immediately following. 1. 2015 Feb. 2016 Mar. 25. 18. 2020 Apr. 2018 Nov. 10. 2017 Oct. 25. 2014 Oct. 2017 Feb. 25. 2012 Apr. 2018 Feb. 25. 2015 July 1. 1. 1. 11. 25. 2019 2020 Jan. 2017 Sep. 11. 14. 1. 11. 2011 General holiday New Year’s Day Alberta Family Day Good Friday Victoria Day Canada Day Labour Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day 2016 Jan. 2015 Dec. 11. 19. 11. 2017 Apr. 2012 Nov. 2019 May 20. 2018 May 21. 1. 18. 2018 2019 Jan. 2012 July 2. when it falls on a Sunday. 2014 Apr. 2019 Sep. 2014 Nov. 5. 2013 2014 Jan. 2011 Feb. 29. 15. 2016 Feb. 2016 *By federal law. 2019 July 1. 2. 2016 July 1. 2013 July 1. 2020 July 1. 1. 1. 2011 Oct. 2019 Feb. 25. 23. 2012* Sep. 2011 Dec. 82 . 2020 Dec. 2016 Sep.
It is best to write when you are calm and in control of your emotions. Avoid allowing the letter to become personal. which has led to the warning. Stick to the facts. Be clear about next steps. will result in termination. Be clear and specific..Additional Resources Sample warning letter (on company letterhead) Date: Employee address: Dear employee: Paragraph 1: Describe incident/situation/etc. Paragraph 3: Advise the employee of a ‘review date’. Sincerely. Supervisor’s/manager’s name Title •	•	•	•	•	•	•	Disciplinary warnings and termination notices should be in writing. Identify future disciplinary action that will be taken if the issue is not corrected. Be sure to reference previous warning letters or disciplinary action that has been taken on this matter. If the employee has received prior verbal or written warnings. Stick to facts. advise the employee that any further incidences of the behaviour. make note of this in this letter. Always keep copies of letters on the employee’s file. to meet and discuss progress. Keep it professional. etc. Paragraph 2: Describe specifically the change(s) you want to see and your expectations of the employee. Information 83 . You may wish to include a positive statement regarding your belief in the employee’s ability to make the changes necessary. If this is the final warning letter. Use your company letterhead or include the company address in the letter. Be specific about the issue to be addressed. Keep in mind that your letters may be needed in the future to support your case for termination. Avoid making assumptions about the employee’s conduct where possible. using dates and times where possible.
A termination letter must be in writing and addressed to the employee concerned. Provide specific reasons for firing the employee. their problematic behaviour and the dates they occurred. Sincerely. 84 . Paragraph 2: Include a statement reflecting that the reasons for termination have been outlined in the previous warning letters.Additional Resources Sample termination letter (on company letterhead) Date: Employee address: Dear employee: Paragraph 1: Advise the employee that they are terminated effective date (usually the date you are giving the letter). Carefully consider the contents of your letter. State that the employee has not corrected these issues. Be specific. State when the employee will receive the final pay cheque (under the Employment Standards Code. You may need it if the employee sues for wrongful dismissal. which has led to their termination. A termination letter is a legal document. Be sure to mention any discussions or written warnings the employee previously received and explain how they lead to the decision for termination. the employee must be paid within 10 calendar days of their last day worked). etc. Supervisor’s/manager’s name Title Information •	•	•	•	•	•	•	Be sure to include the employer’s address or use company letterhead. Stick to the facts. Include a termination date. a severance package and when health benefits will end. Paragraph 3: Request the return of any company equipment. The termination letter should include all information on final pay cheques.
Reference: OHS Code Part 1. an industry specific checklist may be required. Assessing hazards means taking a careful look at what could harm workers at the work site.Additional Resources Hazard assessment form 2 (Sample) A hazard is any situation. Step 1: On the Hazard identification checklist. condition or thing that may be dangerous to the safety or health of workers. The purpose of hazard assessment is to prevent work-related injury or illness to workers. Add any identified hazards specific to your work site to the list: Company: Date of assessment: Location: Completed by: Hazard identification checklist Physical hazards Lifting and handling loads Repetitive motion Slipping and tripping Moving parts of machinery Working at heights Pressurized systems Vehicles Fire Electricity Noise Lighting Temperature – heat or cold Vibration Ionizing radiation Workplace violence Working alone Other: Chemical hazards Chemicals (identify types) ·· Type: ·· Type: ·· Type: ·· Type: ·· Type Dusts Fumes (identify types) ·· Type: ·· Type: ·· Type: Mists and vapours (identify types) ·· Type: ·· Type: ·· Type: Other: Other: Biological hazards Viruses Fungi (mould) Bacteria Blood and bodily fluids Sewage Other: Psychological hazards Working conditions Fatigue Stress Other: Other: Other: Note: If you work in a high hazard industry. check off all the hazards or potential hazards that are present at your work site. 85 .
administrative.86 Hazard Assessment and Control Sheet 2 Step 2: Take the hazards identified on the checklist above and list them on the Hazard Assessment and Control Sheet. Identify the controls that are in place: engineering. Location: Completed by: Company: Date of assessment: Hazard Engineering Administrative PPE Additional Resources Controls in place (list) Follow-up action(s) Due date/Person required responsible 2 Hazard Identification Checklist and Hazard Assessment and Control Sheet adapted from Small Business Health and Safety Tool kit. . personal protective equipment (PPE) or combination for each hazard. Alberta Employment and Immigration (2006). Occupational Health and Safety.
steeltoed boots Ensure that the right type of PPE is selected for the job. www. Isolate the hazard: for example. Minimum Age of Employment Tool kit: Information for Parents and Guardians of 14 and 15 year old Workers. use sound proof barriers to reduce noise levels. its use and maintenance PPE is stored in a clean and fully operational condition Parent/guardian consent for employment of an adolescent 3 The written consent of a parent or guardian is required before an adolescent (ages 12 to 14) can be hired. hearing and eye protection. The written consent of a parent or guardian is required before a young person (ages 15 to 17) can be hired and asked to work between the hours of midnight and 6 am. It can be modified or adapted to meet your needs. This could mean removing trip hazards on the floor or disposing of unwanted chemicals. etc. but they must give the employer written consent. Note: This form is proposed as an example.gov. protective clothing. safety harnesses. the workers are trained in the need for PPE. Employment and Labour.Additional Resources Employer tip! Whenever possible. hard hats.sk. No form is imposed by the Code respecting Employment Standards. Parents and guardians do not have to use a specific prescribed consent form. respirators. Information Controls.ca/minimum-age-employment-toolkit-information-parents-guardians 87 . Control means reducing the hazard to levels that do not present a risk to worker health. The consent of only one parent or guardian is required. use an enclosed spray booth for spray painting. the PPE fits properly and is comfortable under working conditions. An employer must retain a copy of this consent form on the employee’s file and a copy of the form should be retained by the parent. 3 Adapted from Saskatchewan Ministry of Advanced Education. in order of preference include: Engineering controls: •	Administrative controls: •	•	•	•	Personal protective equipment (PPE) •	•	Try to eliminate the hazard completely. use remote control systems to operate machinery Use safe work procedures Provide training and supervision for workers Ensure regular maintenance of machinery and equipment Limit exposure times by using job rotation •	•	Includes gloves. hazards should be eliminated. If this is not possible they must be controlled.lrws.
Consent for employment of an adolescent form
Section A: Youth information
Street/PO Box number City Province Postal Code
Section B: Employer information
Name of business Mailing address
Section C: Written consent
I (print your name) Confirm that I am the parent and/or guardian (specify) This is my written consent for the aforementioned to be employed by
I certify that the information I have provided is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. This consent can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Signature of parent or guardian Mailing address
Common exceptions from Employment Standards
The Employment Standards Regulation makes exceptions to the minimum standards for employees in certain industries and occupations. In addition, employees in certain industries and occupations are exempted from some of the minimum standards. The table below provides a summary of employees, professions and occupations to whom exceptions and exemptions apply. For more information, please see the Code and Regulation.
Type of salesperson, professional or worker for whom exceptions apply
Records, hours of work and overtime
x  x x  x x x x x
Vacations Minimum and vacation wage pay
Agrologist or agrologist-in-training Ambulance attendant Architect Automotive, recreational vehicle, truck or bus salesperson Caregiver (home care and residential care) Certified general accountant or student member Certified management accountant or student member Chartered accountant or student Chiropractor Construction equipment (heavy duty or road construction) salesperson Construction worker Counsellor or instructor at an educational or recreational camp operated on a charitable/not-for-profit basis Dentist Denturist or student Domestic employee Engineer, geoscientist or member-intraining, engineering technologist Extra in a film or video production Farm machinery salesperson Farm and ranch worker Field catering employee
x  x – –
x  – – –
x x x  x x x x 
W W M W
Geophysical exploration employee Information systems professional Insurance salesperson Irrigation district employee Land agent (licensed) Land surveying employee Lawyer or student-at-law Logging or lumbering employee Managers, supervisors and those employed in a confidential capacity Mobile/manufactured home salesperson New home salesperson Oilwell servicing employee Optometrist Open-air nursery employee Podiatrist Psychologist Realtors Salespersons for direct sellers Securities salesperson Taxi cab driver Traveling salesperson Truck driver Veterinarian  indicates an exception x –
 x x  x  x  x x x  x  x x x x x  x  x
– x – – – – – –
– x x x – x – –
– x – x – x – –
x  x –
indicates an exemption no exception or exemption these employees are subject to a weekly rather than hourly minimum wage these employees are subject to a monthly rather than hourly minimum wage employees specified in the Regulation are also exempt from termination notice and pay provisions in the Code
 exempted farm and ranch workers are specified in the Code and Regulation, and they are also exempt from provisions prohibiting or regulating the employment of individuals under 18 years of age  these salespersons are subject to a weekly rather than hourly minimum wage unless they are under 16 years of age
Specifically it prohibits discrimination based on the protected grounds of race. but fewer days each week. This date is important for calculating entitlements for annual vacation and vacation pay. The Alberta Human Rights Commission carries out functions under the AHR Act. age.ca. The average daily wage is used for calculating how much an employee must be paid for a general holiday that was not worked. It is calculated by adding the regular wages earned during the nine weeks before the week in which the general holiday occurs. place of origin. and dividing by the number of days worked in that nine-week period. It may include one or more documents containing one or more agreements. ancestry. Any hours more than eight hours worked in each day are considered daily overtime hours. gender. physical disability. Alberta Human Rights Commission Anniversary date Average daily wage (as used for calculating general holiday pay) Breach of duty Collective agreement Compressed work week (CWW) Continuous employment Daily overtime hours 91 . The Commission’s purpose is to foster equality and to reduce discrimination. The anniversary date is the date that the employee started to work for the employer. It is important for employment records and calculating length of service (upon termination). marital status. mental disability. an adolescent is a person between the ages of 12 to 14 years of age. in writing. through the resolution and settlement of complaints of discrimination. the Alberta Human Rights Act (AHR Act) protects Albertans from discrimination in certain areas based on specified grounds. that an employee who remains employed at a company has when ownership of the company changes hands. The AHR Act prohibits discrimination in the area of employment. In Alberta.Glossary Term Adolescent Alberta Human Rights Act (AHR Act) Definition In the case of Employment Standards. and all of the benefits that this brings. reveals confidential information. A compressed work week is a way of scheduling hours of work that has employees working longer hours each day. colour. Continuous employment refers to the continuity of service. religious beliefs.albertahumanrights. between an employer or an employers’ organization and a bargaining agent containing terms or conditions of employment. A collective agreement is an agreement. It fulfills this mandate through public education and community initiatives. For more information visit: www. family status.ab. and through human rights tribunal and court hearings. Breach of duty can occur when an employee knowingly jeopardizes the interests of the employer. breaches company policies or conducts him/herself dishonestly. source of income and sexual orientation.
as well as those who must care for a family member who is seriously ill with a significant risk of death. vacation pay.Glossary Daily wage Date of delivery Daily wages means the wage of an employee on a normal work day. The date of delivery refers to the date when the pregnancy of an employee terminates with the birth of a child or when the pregnancy otherwise terminates. There are nine general (statutory) holidays in Alberta. overtime pay. general holiday pay and termination pay. Employment Insurance (EI) provides temporary financial assistance to unemployed Canadians who have lost their job through no fault of their own. pregnant. Labour Day. A process used to identify the health and safety hazards and evaluate the risk associated with job tasks. Good Friday. The employer and a majority of the employees in the designated group must sign the agreement. New Year’s Day. Canada Day. An employee (worker) is someone who works for an employer. Covered under OHS – but necessary when employing adolescents. An employment record is the employment information required by the Code for the employer to keep up to date and any other record needed to determine whether an employee is entitled to anything under the Employment Standards Code. and time off with pay instead of overtime pay provided by an employer and taken by the employee. while they look for work or upgrade their skills. An individual overtime agreement is between one employee and an employer. condition or thing that may be dangerous to the safety or health of an employee. Earnings refer to wages. Remembrance Day and Christmas Day. Hours of work refer to the period of time during which an employee works for an employer. Alberta Family Day. Canadians who are sick. may also be assisted by Employment Insurance. or caring for a newborn or adopted child. He/she is employed to do work and receives wages in exchange for his/ her efforts. Hours of work Individual overtime agreements 92 . Victoria Day. Either the employee or the employer can cancel or change the agreement by giving the other party one months' notice in writing. Thanksgiving Day. Hazard Hazard assessment A hazard is any situation. Earnings Employee Employer Employment Insurance (EI) Employment record General holidays Group overtime agreements A group overtime agreement is between an employer and a designated group of employees. The agreement can be cancelled or changed by either party by giving one months' notice to the other. An employer is a person who employs an employee.
fathers and/or adoptive parents are eligible for up to 37 consecutive weeks of unpaid. It can include more than one period of employment if the breaks between periods are not longer than three months. hours scheduled on any given day depend on work available). The minimum wage is the rate of pay that employers must pay employees in the province of Alberta. The OHS Act describes obligations and duties that serve to protect and promote the occupational health and safety of workers throughout Alberta.alberta. Maternity leave is for birth mothers only. It is up to 15 consecutive weeks in duration. weekly. An employer can terminate an employee. A pay-period can be daily. and others connected with the work site. bi-weekly. Mothers. An employee must be paid all wages.e. www. or when employees work an irregular pattern of days in a week (i.html An overtime agreement is an agreement between an employer and employees that explains how overtime and overtime pay will be dealt with. This leave can be taken by one parent or shared between two parents. It describes the rights and responsibilities of employers. overtime and general holiday pay earned in a pay period within 10 consecutive days after the end of the pay period.Glossary Irregular schedules Irregular schedules are a type of work schedule that occur when employees work a different number of hours each day (i. see the 5 of 9 rule. bi-monthly or monthly. Just cause Length of service Manager Maternity leave Minimum wage Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act) Overtime agreement Parental leave Pay period 93 . Length of service refers to the amount of time that an employee has worked for an employer. The guideline for Employment Standards is that a Manager directs and supervises the activities of other employees and has duties and a level of authority that differ from those individuals. This wage is established under the Employment Standards Code.humanservices. Termination for just cause typically involves conduct that is serious enough to justify the employer ending the employment relationship.ca/working-in-alberta/295. For help. Irregular schedules can make determining eligibility for general holidays complicated. employee is scheduled to work only on days when work is available). It is intended to help mothers recover from the physical strain of childbirth. It cannot be longer than one month. without notice. but the total combined parental leave cannot exceed 37 weeks. job protected parental leave.e. for just cause. workers.
whichever is greater. that the Code requires employers to provide employees at the end of each pay period. In Alberta. but will be returning to that position. It is the single most important document in the Employment Insurance (EI) program and employees require a ROE before they can apply for and receive Employment Insurance benefits. the maximum duration of a temporary layoff is 59 days. In this case. job protected leave of absence when deployed to an international operation or domestic emergency. such as morning and evening. but in a pre-determined and repetitive pattern. A regular schedule is a type of work schedule where employees work different hours on different days of the week. Overtime is all hours worked in excess of eight hours a day. A type of work schedule that is divided into two or more periods of time. A wage rate refers to the hourly rate of pay for wages. Eligible employees who are reservists are entitled to an unpaid. Notification provided by either the employer or the employer to signify the end of an employment relationship. Termination pay is a payment that an employer can give an employee in lieu of the amount that the employee would have earned had the employee worked out the required termination notice period. or 44 hours a week. with a break of several hours between them. A statement of earnings is a written statement detailing the hours of work and rate of pay. Regular schedule Reservist leave Rest periods Split shift Statement of earnings Temporary layoff Termination notice Termination pay The 5 of 9 rule The 8 and 44 rule Wage rate 94 .ca/eng/ei/ employers/roe_web.gc. This is a rule used to calculate overtime. For more information on ROEs and Employment Insurance visit: www.Glossary Record of employment (ROE) A Record of Employment (ROE) is a form (either paper or electronic) that employers complete for employees receiving insurable earnings who stop working and experience an interruption of earnings. Calculating general holiday pay for an employee with a regular schedule is easy. If at least five of the nine weeks preceding the work week in which the holiday occurs.shtml#importance. the employee worked on the same day of the week as the day on which the holiday falls.servicecanada. general holiday pay should be paid for the number of hours normally worked by the employee on the day of the week on which the holiday fell. Refers to the ½ hour period of time that an employer must give to each employee during a shift that is longer than five consecutive hours. A temporary layoff occurs when an employee is temporarily laid off from a position. the general holiday is considered a normal working day. This is a rule used in determining an employee’s eligibility for general holiday pay.
money paid for time off instead of overtime pay. It does not include: overtime pay. expenses or an allowance provided instead of expenses. Weekly overtime hours Work Work day Work month Work week Year of employment Young person 95 . A year of employment is a period of 12 consecutive months. In the case of Employment Standards. Includes providing a service. The work day is a 24-hour period ending at midnight or another 24-hour period as established by the consistent practice of an employer (e. a young person is an employee between the ages of 15 and 17 years of age. or seven consecutive days as established by the consistent practice of an employer. A work week is the period between midnight on a Saturday and midnight on the following Saturday. general holiday pay and termination pay. Weekly overtime hours are any hours more than 44 hours worked in a week.Glossary Wages Wages can include: salary. A work month is a calendar month or the period from a time on a specific day in a month to the same time on the same day in the following month as established by the consistent practice of an employer. production or efficiency.g. pay. commission or remuneration for work. 8 pm to 8 pm). or tips or other gratuities. vacation pay. payments made as a gift or bonus that is dependent on the discretion of an employer and that is not related to hours of work.
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