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Canada PTO & Leave Management Report

Canada PTO & Leave Management Report

Summary

  • Canada offers one of the lowest minimums for paid vacation among OECD countries, with only 10 mandatory days federally, well below the global average.
  • Sick leave policies vary significantly across provinces, with only a few offering any form of paid sick leave, and most employees relying on unpaid days.
  • Parental leave in Canada is more generous than vacation or sick leave, with up to 50 weeks available, including dedicated time for fathers to encourage shared caregiving.
  • A significant number of Canadians don’t use all their vacation time, with 57% reporting vacation deprivation, a sign of deeper issues in workplace culture and leave accessibility.

Last updated on May 9, 2025

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