Calculation Methodology & Sources
Our approach
- Calculations use deterministic, programmed formulas.
- AI does not calculate individual visitor results. Your calculation runs locally in your browser from the same rule data shown here.
- Rules are researched against authoritative sources before being added to a calculator.
- Sources and verification dates are displayed with each result where practical.
- Calculators provide estimates, not guarantees.
- Rules may change. Always confirm current rules against an official source.
- Users can report potential errors through our Contact page.
Vacation Pay Calculator sources
The Vacation Pay Calculator uses these official sources:
British Columbia
Government of British Columbia — Employment Standards Act, sections 57–58
Open official sourceLast verified: September 2026
Alberta
Alberta Employment Standards — Vacations and Vacation Pay
Open official sourceLast verified: September 2026
Ontario
Ontario Ministry of Labour — Your Guide to the Employment Standards Act: Vacation
Open official sourceLast verified: September 2026
Federally Regulated Employee
Government of Canada — Annual Vacations and General Holidays for Federally Regulated Employees
Open official sourceLast verified: September 2026
Reporting a potential error
If you believe a calculation is incorrect or a rule is outdated, please let us know through our Contact page. Include the calculator, the inputs and the result you questioned, and (if possible) the official source you believe is more accurate.