Alberta Severance Pay Calculator 2026
Estimate ESA statutory minimum and common-law reasonable notice severance for Alberta. Enter years of service and salary.
Alberta does not have statutory severance under employment standards. Common law reasonable notice still applies—courts use Bardal factors (age, tenure, position, re-employment) to determine entitlement. Typically 1–2 months per year of service. Use this Alberta severance calculator for a ballpark; consult an employment lawyer for advice.
Estimate your severance — Alberta
Common-law estimate (ballpark)
$26,923
~20 weeks ($1,346/week)
Based on ~1 month per year. Actual common law varies by Bardal factors (age, tenure, position, re-employment).
No statutory severance in this province; common law may apply.
This is an estimate. Consult an employment lawyer for advice. ESA is the legal floor; common law often awards more.
Common law severance in Alberta
Alberta does not have statutory severance under employment standards. Common law reasonable notice still applies. Courts use Bardal factors: age, length of service, character of employment, and availability of similar work. Typically 1–2 months per year. For income tax on severance, use our Alberta Tax Calculator.
Bardal factors
Courts consider: (1) age—older workers may get more; (2) tenure—longer service increases notice; (3) character of employment—senior or specialized roles; (4) availability of similar work—tough job market may increase entitlement. Consult an employment lawyer. For EI timing after severance, use our EI Benefits Calculator Canada.