Minimum vacation entitlement
| Jurisdiction | 2 weeks (4%) | More vacation |
|---|---|---|
| Ontario | from year 1 | 3 weeks (6%) after 5 years |
| British Columbia | after 1 year | 3 weeks (6%) after 5 years |
| Alberta | after 1 year | 3 weeks (6%) after 5 years |
| Quebec | after 1 year | 3 weeks (6%) after 3 years |
| Manitoba | after 1 year | 3 weeks (6%) after 5 years |
| Saskatchewan | 3 weeks (5.77%) after 1 year | 4 weeks (7.69%) after 10 years |
| Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, PEI | after 1 year | 3 weeks (6%) after 8 years |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | after 1 year | 3 weeks (6%) after 15 years |
| Federal | after 1 year | 6% after 5 years, 8% after 10 years |
Vacation pay is calculated on wages earned (usually excluding the vacation pay itself). Your contract can be more generous than the minimum.
FAQ
How much is 4% vacation pay on $52,000?
$2,080 – the same as two weeks of pay.
Sources (checked Nov 6, 2026): Provincial employment standards; Canada Labour Code Part III.