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Information for Employees About Hours of Work and Overtime Pay
These are the general rules in Ontario about hours of work and overtime pay.
Under the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA), there are exceptions and special rules for some employees. The Special Rule Tool can help you determine if your occupation is subject to special rules or exemptions.
Topics included in this sheet are:
- Hours of work
- Rest periods and eating periods
- Overtime payment
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Last updated:
August 2, 2024
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