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Overtime Pay Rules in Canada
Overtime rules vary by province. Generally, overtime kicks in after 40–44 hours per week at 1.5× your regular rate.
| Province | Overtime Threshold | OT Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Ontario | After 44 hrs/week | 1.5× |
| British Columbia | After 8 hrs/day or 40 hrs/week | 1.5× (2× after 12 hrs/day) |
| Alberta | After 8 hrs/day or 44 hrs/week | 1.5× |
| Quebec | After 40 hrs/week | 1.5× |
| Federal (Canada Labour Code) | After 8 hrs/day or 40 hrs/week | 1.5× |
Always verify with your provincial employment standards — rules change and some industries have exceptions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is overtime pay calculated?
Overtime pay = regular hourly rate × overtime multiplier × overtime hours. Standard overtime in most Canadian provinces is 1.5× (time and a half). Example: $25/hr regular × 1.5 × 5 overtime hours = $187.50 in overtime pay for the week.
Do salaried employees get overtime?
It depends. Many salaried employees in managerial or supervisory roles are exempt from overtime under provincial employment standards. However, if your salary doesn't effectively compensate for all hours worked, you may have a claim. Check your province's employment standards or consult an employment lawyer.
Can my employer refuse to pay overtime?
In Canada, employers cannot contract out of overtime pay requirements under provincial employment standards legislation. If your employer asks you to work overtime but refuses to pay at the required rate, you can file a complaint with your province's employment standards office.
What is banked overtime?
Some provinces allow employers to bank overtime hours as paid time off instead of paying the premium rate. In Ontario, for example, you must agree in writing, and banked time is at the same hours (not 1.5× hours). Check if your province allows this arrangement.