Estimate Ontario ESA minimum severance pay and common law range for termination without cause.
Severance Estimate
ESA Minimums
Termination Notice
$8,173
ESA Severance
$8,173
ESA Total
$16,346
Common Law Range (Without Limitation Clause)
Assumes no valid limiting/severance clause in the employment contract
Low Estimate
$26,917
High Estimate
$49,583
Important Disclaimer: This tool provides rough estimates only and should NOT be relied upon for actual employment decisions. Common law severance varies significantly based on:
Job market conditions in the industry and geographic location
Difficulty finding comparable work (character of employment)
Negotiating power of the parties
Specific facts of the termination (cause, circumstances)
Validity and enforceability of any limitation clause in the contract
Individual court jurisdiction and presiding judge
Always consult a qualified Ontario employment lawyer before structuring a severance offer.