If you`re a contract employee, you may be wondering if you`re entitled to pay for statutory holidays. The answer is not always clear-cut and depends on a few factors.

First, it`s important to define what a statutory holiday is. In Canada, there are nine statutory holidays recognized by the federal government. These holidays include New Year`s Day, Good Friday, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Labour Day, Thanksgiving Day, Remembrance Day, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day. Each province and territory may also have additional statutory holidays.

Next, it`s important to consider the terms of your contract. Some contracts may include provisions for statutory holiday pay, while others may not. If your contract does not mention statutory holiday pay, you may not be entitled to it.

However, even if your contract does not mention statutory holiday pay, you may still be entitled to it if you meet certain criteria. In Canada, employees who have worked for an employer for at least 30 days are entitled to statutory holiday pay. This includes both full-time and part-time employees. Contract employees are also entitled to statutory holiday pay if they meet this criteria.

The amount of statutory holiday pay you`re entitled to depends on your province or territory. In most cases, it`s equal to your average daily wage. For example, in Ontario, the statutory holiday pay is equal to 1/20th of your total wages earned in the four weeks leading up to the holiday.

It`s important to note that if you`re a contract employee and you`re not entitled to statutory holiday pay, you may still be entitled to other benefits. For example, some contracts may include vacation pay, sick leave, or other benefits that compensate for time off.

In summary, whether or not contract employees get paid for statutory holidays depends on the terms of their contract and whether they meet the criteria for statutory holiday pay. If you`re a contract employee, it`s important to review your contract and speak with your employer to understand your entitlements.