Notice Period Checker
Find the minimum statutory notice period for termination or resignation based on your province and length of service. These are legislated minimums; contracts and common law may require longer periods.
Minimum Termination Notice
3 weeks
under Employment Standards Act, 2000, s.57-58
Full Employer Notice Schedule — Ontario (ESA)
| Length of Service | Notice Required |
|---|---|
| 0 - 1 years | 1 week |
| 1 - 3 years | 2 weeks |
| 3 - 4 years | 3 weeks |
| 4 - 5 years | 4 weeks |
| 5 - 6 years | 5 weeks |
| 6 - 7 years | 6 weeks |
| 7 - 8 years | 7 weeks |
| 8+ years | 8 weeks |
Employees who resign must give 1-2 weeks' notice depending on custom/contract. Employers terminating must give the statutory minimums above, or pay in lieu. These are MINIMUMS; contracts and common law may require more.
This tool provides statutory minimums only. Employment contracts, collective agreements, and common law may establish longer notice periods. This is not legal advice. Consulting a qualified employment lawyer is advisable for specific situations.