Prince Edward Island’s (PEI) Bill 76, which replaces the province’s existing Employment Standards Act (ESA), received Royal Assent in November 2024 and has been proclaimed into force as of June 30, 2026.
While the new legislation introduces numerous changes, employers should take note of the following key updates:
Working Hours, Scheduling, and Overtime
- The standard number of hours of work per week is reduced from 48 to 44, such that an eligible employee will now be entitled to overtime pay equal to 1.5 times the employee’s regular wage rate for all hours worked in excess of 44 hours.
- Employers must provide a written work schedule to employees at least one week in advance, except if there is a change in schedule that is unexpected, unusual, or due to an emergency.
