Quebec, Canada
Complete guide to Quebec employee leave entitlements including vacation, sick leave, and Quebec Parental Insurance Plan (QPIP).
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2025-01-15
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Entitlements overview
Annual leave
Statutory entitlement: 10
Calculation: 2 weeks (1-5 years), 3 weeks (5+ years)
Pro-rata: 4% of gross wages (6% after 5 years)
Carryover: Must be taken during the year
Sick leave
Statutory: Yes
Paid days: 2
Statutory pay: Regular wages for 2 days
Eligibility: 3 months of continuous service for paid days
Parental leave
Maternity: 18 weeks
Paternity: 5 weeks
Adoption: 5 weeks + 32 weeks parental
Shared leave: 32 weeks parental leave
Additional leave and compliance
Other leave types
Family Leave: 10 days per year (paid)
Bereavement: 1-5 days (paid)
Marriage Leave: 1 day (paid)
Record keeping and notice
Records: Maintain records for 3 years
Penalties: CNESST can order compensation and impose fines
Public holiday sample
New Year's Day: 2025-01-01
Good Friday: 2025-04-18
National Patriots Day: 2025-05-19
Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day: 2025-06-24
Canada Day: 2025-07-01
Labour Day: 2025-09-01
Frequently asked questions
What is QPIP?
QPIP (Quebec Parental Insurance Plan) is Quebec's own parental leave program, separate from federal EI. It provides higher benefits (70-75%) and covers more workers including self-employed.
How does Quebec sick leave compare to other provinces?
Quebec provides 2 paid sick days (after 3 months) plus 8 unpaid days per year. This is more generous than most provinces.
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