Severance Pay Calculator Winnipeg, MB
Find out what your employer has to pay under Manitoba law — and what a court would likely award you. Free, instant, no sign-up.
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Taylor McCaffrey LLP
3.8 · 66 reviews · Employment law
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Fillmore Riley LLP
4.3 · 57 reviews · Employment law
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PKF Lawyers
4.3 · 39 reviews · Employment law
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Taylor McCaffrey LLP
Taylor McCaffrey LLP offers experienced legal advocacy with a focus on labour, employment, and complex litigation matters. Their team works to resolve disputes both inside and outside of court, providing practical advice and representation across various industries. Clients appreciate their knowledgeable staff and thorough communication, though some note occasional delays and extra fees.
Fillmore Riley LLP
Fillmore Riley LLP offers legal services across a broad range of disputes, including insurance, commercial, and taxation matters, with a strong focus on estates and trusts. Their team provides practical guidance on human resource issues and represents both employers and employees in various legal proceedings. Clients appreciate the clear explanations and attentive support, though some have noted… more...
Fillmore Riley LLP offers legal services across a broad range of disputes, including insurance, commercial, and taxation matters, with a strong focus on estates and trusts. Their team provides practical guidance on human resource issues and represents both employers and employees in various legal proceedings. Clients appreciate the clear explanations and attentive support, though some have noted challenges reaching the office by phone.
PKF Lawyers
PKF Lawyers offers legal services across a broad range of areas, including personal injury, employment, and corporate law, with a team fluent in twelve languages to serve diverse clients. They are known for clear communication and attentive support, though some clients note response times can vary. The firm emphasizes building close, trust-based relationships.
Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP
Manitoba’s oldest law firm, Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP offers experienced legal support in employment and labour law, including collective agreement negotiations and representation before labour boards. Clients appreciate the team’s professionalism and clear communication, though some note limited assistance in initial advice calls. The firm serves local and international clients with a… more...
Manitoba’s oldest law firm, Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP offers experienced legal support in employment and labour law, including collective agreement negotiations and representation before labour boards. Clients appreciate the team’s professionalism and clear communication, though some note limited assistance in initial advice calls. The firm serves local and international clients with a collaborative approach.
Myers LLP
Myers LLP focuses on employment law, offering guidance on workplace issues governed by federal, provincial, and common law. The team is known for professionalism and detailed attention, though some clients have noted challenges with file management and communication after staff changes. They also handle family and estate matters with varying client experiences.
Smith Neufeld Jodoin LLP
Smith Neufeld Jodoin LLP focuses on navigating Manitoba’s complex workplace laws, assisting clients with employment conflicts under both collective agreements and individual contracts. The team offers guidance on negotiating resolutions and pursuing remedies through civil court or grievance procedures. Clients appreciate their clear explanations and approachable, reliable service.
Roy Johnston TDS
Roy Johnston TDS specializes in employment and labour law, representing clients before boards such as the Manitoba Labour Board and Canada Industrial Relations Board. The firm’s local team also handles corporate, real estate, and family law matters. While some clients appreciate the thoroughness of the legal support, a few have noted challenges with communication and responsiveness.
Fehr Manghebati Law
Fehr Manghebati Law offers legal support in family law, real estate, and related areas, including prenuptials, wills, and name changes. Clients appreciate the team’s clear communication and accessibility, though some note variability in responsiveness. Their bilingual services can be helpful for those more comfortable in Farsi or English.
PROGRESSIVE LEGAL SOLUTIONS LLP
PLS is committed to providing outstanding service. Our clients are helped to overcome difficult circumstances by our team, while still adhering to our ethics. We can help you with divorce, child custody and other family law issues. We can help you with the purchase of your commercial or residential property. Immigration lawyers are available for assistance in these areas: Study permits, Spousal… more...
PLS is committed to providing outstanding service. Our clients are helped to overcome difficult circumstances by our team, while still adhering to our ethics. We can help you with divorce, child custody and other family law issues. We can help you with the purchase of your commercial or residential property. Immigration lawyers are available for assistance in these areas: Study permits, Spousal sponsorships, Call us today to learn more about our fees and rates
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews | Starting price | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taylor McCaffrey LLP | 3.8 | 66 | $200 | (204) 949-1312 | Visit |
| 2 | Fillmore Riley LLP | 4.3 | 57 | $100 | (204) 956-2970 | Visit |
| 3 | PKF Lawyers | 4.3 | 39 | Free Consultation | (204) 956-0490 | Visit |
| 4 | Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP | 4.3 | 37 | No Win, No Fee | (204) 957-1930 | Visit |
| 5 | Myers LLP | 3.8 | 27 | $100 | (204) 942-0501 | Visit |
| 6 | Smith Neufeld Jodoin LLP | 5.0 | 12 | $50 | (204) 388-9300 | Visit |
| 7 | Roy Johnston TDS | 3.8 | 11 | $15 | (204) 727-0761 | Visit |
| 8 | Fehr Manghebati Law | 4.3 | 11 | $100 | (204) 256-9822 | Visit |
| 9 | PROGRESSIVE LEGAL SOLUTIONS LLP | 2.3 | 3 | — | (204) 942-8982 | Visit |
About this Severance Pay Calculator
Severance in Canada has two layers, and this calculator shows both. The first is the statutory minimum under the Manitoba Employment Standards Code: a fixed number of weeks of notice or pay in lieu, set by your length of service. It is the least your employer can legally give you, and it is often what the first offer is based on. The second is common-law reasonable notice, which is what a court would usually award a non-unionized employee without a valid termination clause. Courts set it from the Bardal factors: the character of your job, your length of service, your age, and how hard it will be to find similar work. The common-law figure includes the statutory amount rather than adding to it, and it rarely goes above 24 months.
Manitoba rules this calculator applies
- Statutory notice
- 1 week after 30 days, 2 weeks after 1 year, 4 weeks after 3 years, 6 after 5 years and 8 weeks after 10 years.
- Severance pay
- Manitoba has no separate statutory severance pay on top of notice; the extra money comes from common-law reasonable notice.
- Common-law notice
- Usually longer for older employees, senior or specialized roles, and people recruited away from secure jobs. Short-service employees often receive proportionally more than the "one month per year" rule of thumb suggests; long-serving senior employees usually top out around 24 months.
- Termination clauses
- Common-law entitlements are subject to any termination clause in your employment contract. A valid termination clause may limit your legal entitlements to the statutory minimum, or some other amount less than common law. It is recommended to have a lawyer review your termination clause to determine whether it is legally enforceable.
- Other pay and benefits
- Depending on your contract, pension contributions, benefits, a car allowance, stock options or RSUs, incentive pay and other remuneration that would have continued during the notice period may also be owed. An experienced employment lawyer can advise you.
- Dismissal for cause
- If your employer alleges just cause, you may be owed no notice at all if it is proven. The bar is high and the statutory test differs by province; this calculator assumes no cause.
- Federally regulated work
- Applies to federally regulated employers: banks, telecoms, airlines, interprovincial trucking and rail, and federal Crown corporations. These employees fall under the Canada Labour Code instead: 2 weeks of notice after 3 months, then 1 week per year of service from 3 years to a maximum of 8 weeks, plus severance pay of 2 days' wages per year of service (at least 5 days) after 12 months. Federally regulated employees may have additional unjust dismissal remedies, potentially including reinstatement. The estimate above does not assess those rights. Speak to an experienced employment lawyer to learn your rights.
- Duty to mitigate
- You are expected to look for comparable work. Income earned from a new job during the notice period can be deducted from what a court awards.
General information about Manitoba employment law, not legal advice, and the estimate is not a guarantee of any outcome. Unionized employees, dismissals for just cause, fixed-term contracts and valid termination clauses can change the answer. An employment lawyer can tell you how these rules apply to you.
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General information, not legal advice — consult a licensed Manitoba lawyer.