Free templates written for Canadian employment law, with a language requirements clause for bilingual roles, the key rules at a glance and the mistakes Canadian employers make most. Copy them or download them for Word.
The standard contract for a permanent (indefinite) full-time employee in Canada, with probation, pay, vacation, confidentiality and a termination clause tied to employment standards minimums.
For employees hired for a set period or a specific project, such as a maternity leave replacement or a 12-month contract, with an early-termination clause to limit risk.
For permanent part-time employees with regular or variable hours, covering scheduling, hourly pay, vacation pay and public holidays.
A clear, friendly offer letter that confirms the key terms, sets conditions such as a background check, and asks the candidate to sign before their first day.
For self-employed contractors and freelancers who run their own business, with deliverables, fees, invoicing, GST/HST, IP ownership and a clear statement that the contractor is not an employee.
For students and recent graduates in a paid internship or co-op placement, with learning goals, supervision, pay and a defined end date.
An addendum to an employment agreement for remote or hybrid employees, covering where they work, equipment, expenses, availability, security and health and safety.
Employment law is mostly provincial, and federally regulated businesses follow the Canada Labour Code. These templates are general information, not legal advice. Fill in the brackets, adapt them to your province and situation, and have an employment lawyer review them, especially the termination clause, before you use them.
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Templates last checked on October 5, 2026. See our hiring guides →