How do severance pay laws work in Ontario?

19/01/2025 23 min Temporada 1 Episodio 13
How do severance pay laws work in Ontario?

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Episode Synopsis

Severance pay can be a critical safety net for employees who lose their jobs, but how does it actually work in Ontario? In this episode, we break down the rules around severance pay under the Employment Standards Act (ESA), including who qualifies, how it’s calculated, and the difference between severance pay and termination pay.We’ll also cover common misconceptions and what to do if you think you’re entitled to severance but didn’t receive it. Whether you’re an employee navigating a job loss or an employer managing layoffs, this episode provides a clear and practical guide to Ontario’s severance pay laws.