Employment contracts
in Canada.

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Standard employment contract in Canada: Indefinite-term

The most common form of employment contracts offered in Canada are ‘indefinite-term’ contracts, otherwise known as fixed-term or permanent contracts. This form of contract runs for an indefinite period, until the contract of employment is terminated.

Under Canadian law, a written employment contract is not a statutory requirement but is recommended. A written contract, forms an explicit agreement between employer and employee and serves as reliable reference for both parties. From a compliance perspective, the contract of employment should cover the minimum employment terms, including employee benefits, salary, vacation entitlement, working hours as well as detailing specific provincial labor laws such as Ontario’s “right to disconnect” law.

Alternative employment contract in Canada: Fixed-term

Fixed-term contracts, commonly referred to as limited or temporary contracts in Canada, are also used but less frequently than open-ended contracts.

Under a fixed-term contract, the working relationship exists only for a specified period. Note, if the contract is terminated without just cause before the pre-set termination date, the employee is entitled to the remaining value of the fixed-term contract.

Are there other types of employment contracts in Canada?

The rise of the gig economy has led to an increase in self-employed and freelance professionals. Independent Contractor Agreements are established with self-employed individuals or freelancers, usually for the set duration of a specific project.

As independent contractors are not classed as employees, they are not covered by the minimum employment terms or legislation.

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FAQs

What are the main differences between the standard contract and the alternative contract in Canada?

Indefinite-term contracts vs fixed term contracts: The major difference is permanence, indefinite contracts employ on a permanent basis, whereas fixed-term employees are employed for a specified period of time.

Which Canada employment contract is right for me?

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