Depending on your line of work, there are exemptions to overtime pay. Some positions are exempt from the overtime provisions of the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”).
Some exemptions can include occupations in the following categories:
- Healthcare,
- Manufacturing, construction and mining,
- Hospitality services,
- Transportation,
- Agriculture, fishing,
- Household, landscaping, residential building services,
- Government employees and professionals
- Film and Television
- Live performances, trade shows
- Funeral Directors,
- Home workers,
- Student employees.
If you have questions regarding overtime eligibility, contact employment lawyers, Sultan Lawyers, online or by telephone at 416-214-5111.