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Severance & Termination Pay Calculator

Estimate your statutory minimum termination pay and common law entitlements based on your province, years of service, salary, and age. Results include both statutory floors and Bardal-factor approximations.

Your Details

Statutory Minimum

Notice Period

5

weeks

Notice Pay

$7,212

or working notice

Severance

5

weeks

Severance Pay

$7,212

statutory entitlement

Total Statutory Minimum

$14,423

5 weeks notice + 5 weeks severance

Common Law Estimate (Bardal Factors)

Courts often award significantly more than statutory minimums. This range is an approximation based on length of service, age, and salary. Actual awards vary based on many factors.

Estimated Range4-7 months
$25,000
$43,750

Ontario ESA provides up to 8 weeks' notice and, for employers with $2.5M+ payroll and employees with 5+ years, severance pay of 1 week per year (max 26 weeks).

This calculator provides general estimates based on Canadian employment standards legislation. Actual entitlements depend on many factors including employment contracts, company policies, and court precedents. This is not legal advice. Consulting a qualified employment lawyer is advisable for specific situations.

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