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Age
Affects common law notice
Role Level
Your Estimate
Estimate only — not legal advice. Statutory figures are based on current employment standards legislation. Common law estimates use the Bardal factors framework. Actual entitlements depend on your employment agreement, specific circumstances, and may be significantly higher. Always obtain qualified employment counsel advice before accepting any offer.
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Understanding Your Rights

Two separate entitlements.
Both may be owed.

1×
Statutory Minimum (ESA)
What the law requires. In Ontario: 1 week per year capped at 8 weeks for notice, plus up to 26 weeks severance pay if you qualify. This is the floor — not a fair settlement.
24×
Common Law Notice
What courts award based on Bardal factors — age, role, service, and job market. Can reach 24 months for long-service employees. Most employers offer far less than this.
45%
Employees Undercompensated
Research suggests most terminated employees accept less than their legal entitlement. Knowing your range before signing anything is the single most valuable thing you can do.
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