I am supposed to be paid weekly, but sometimes I have to wait for my wages while my boss catches up on bills. Is he allowed to make me wait?
An
employer must pay you at regular intervals. For instance, he could
pay you every week, every two weeks, or every month. This interval
is called a pay period.
The
law in Alberta also allows an employer to make late payments that
can be up to ten straight days after the end of your normal pay
period. Any longer than ten days and your employer has broken the
contract.
WARNING:
The contents of these FAQs are intended as general legal information
only.
If
you have a personal problem, please consult a lawyer.
May
2000
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