maternity leave

[mama_to_one_in_a_half]

Hi,
I just have a question on how the government calculates how much you will receive while on mat leave. I was off last year when my son was born until july and this year I will be leaving work in July. I live in ontario I just can't remember how they calculate it. I would really appreciate any insight in this, Thanks

[Natalka]

Basic information here

http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/s...parental.shtml

[Peachykeen2007]

55% of your wage

[annamichelle82]

http://forums.canadianbride.com/Topic485810-15-1.aspx

A friend sent this calculator to me when I was trying to figure out my mat leave payments...hope it helps!

[mama_to_one_in_a_half]

Thanks

[ame555]

55% of your wage

yes, but there is a max I'm pretty sure. (just liked you only pay up to a certain amount off your cheque...people who make $150,000 don't pay or get more then people who make the max of about $50,000)

[aussie]

yes, but there is a max I'm pretty sure. (just liked you only pay up to a certain amount off your cheque...people who make $150,000 don't pay or get more then people who make the max of about $50,000)

Yes the max is-

As of January 1, 2012, the maximum yearly insurable earnings amount is $45,900. This means that you can receive a maximum amount of $485 per week.

[mama_to_one_in_a_half]

Thanks I am just worried that I won't get much since when I had my son I have only worked part time at my previous job. Is there a minimum they have to give you I am just curious.

[poppleton]

I seem to remember it being a minimum of 600 hours needed to claim mat leave again, but that could just be in Manitoba. There should be info on the government's page if you Google it

[mama_to_one_in_a_half]

I seem to remember it being a minimum of 600 hours needed to claim mat leave again, but that could just be in Manitoba. There should be info on the government's page if you Google it

Thanks, it is a think here 660 hrs if I am correct. I am just really confused LOL I wasn't this confused went I went on mat leave with my son I think its because I am working less and not making as much as I did.

[mellyskater]

it depends on where you live the # of hours, all info is available through their website

[Zonny]

I don't believe there is a minimum they HAVE to give you. Lots of folks don't qualify for any.

[Brynhilde]

Remember, its not just 55% of your wage.. other factors include the number of insurable hours you put in and the area in which you reside as well. Some receive up to $485 per week because they have a lot of insurable hours while others may only receive $100

To claim Maternity leave in Ontario, you must have atleast 600 insurable hours. May be different in other provinces..

[mama_to_one_in_a_half]

I know they don't HAVE to give you the benefits but I know ill have to hours I am just quite confused, I will call them tomorrow. Thanks everyone for the advice