Paid Sick Leave Rebate

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the Paid Sick Leave Rebate a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Paid Sick Leave Rebate is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Paid Sick Leave Rebate?

Paid Sick Leave Rebate is funded by Government of Yukon, Department of Economic Development (YK)

Q: Who is eligible for the Paid Sick Leave Rebate program?

To be eligible for the Paid Sick Leave Rebate program, you must: • Operate a Yukon-based business meeting at least 3 specified local business criteria • Comply with the Employment Standards Act • Have business name registered and in compliance with Government of Yukon's Corporate Affairs

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Paid Sick Leave Rebate?

You can contact Government of Yukon by email at ecdev@yukon.ca or by phone at 867-456-3803.

Q: Where is the Paid Sick Leave Rebate available?

The Paid Sick Leave Rebate program is available the province of YT.

Last Update: August 1, 2025

YT, Canada

Money for employers to cover sick leave in Yukon

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

All industries

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

Access up to 40 hours of wages per 12-month period for workers who did not have an existing paid sick leave program as of April 25, 2023, and are sick with illness (or injury not covered by any other act, benefit or program).

Financing terms and conditions

Rebate covers up to 40 hours of wages per employee or self-employed worker per program year, based on an hourly wage of up to $36.71.
For self-employed individuals without proof of Gross Self-Employment Income, the maximum daily rate is set at $17.38 per hour.
Sick leave hours reimbursed must not include overtime as defined by the Yukon Employment Standards Act.
Unused sick leave hours are not carried over to the next year and are not paid out if unused.

Activities funded

Provision of up to 40 hours of paid sick leave per program year for employees or self-employed workers unable to work due to illness.

Eligibility

The applicant must operate a Yukon-based business meeting at least three of the following criteria: have an office with a physical address in the Yukon, be subject to the Yukon Income Tax Act, be registered under the applicable business legislation, and have a valid municipal business licence (if applicable).
The applicant must have their business name registered and in compliance with Government of Yukon Corporate Affairs.
The applicant must comply with the Yukon Employment Standards Act.

Who is eligible?

Yukon-based employers operating a business
Self-employed workers operating a Yukon-based business

Who is not eligible

Government of Yukon and its corporations.
Government of Canada and its corporations.
Yukon First Nations governments.
Federally-regulated industries.
Municipalities.
Commission-based employees or self-employed workers compensated through commissions.

Eligible expenses

Wages paid for up to 40 hours of paid sick leave per employee per program year (not including overtime or additional benefits).
For self-employed individuals, reimbursement of average daily earnings for up to 40 hours per program year (maximum hourly rates and specific requirements may apply).

Eligible geographic areas

Yukon

How to apply

Confirm Eligibility

Ensure your business or self-employment meets the criteria mentioned in the program guidelines.
Verify that your hourly wage or earnings are less than or equal to $33.94 per hour.
Ensure you have a valid Yukon health care card and a Yukon-based business.

Gather Necessary Documentation

For businesses, prepare a copy of your business licence.
Collect recent employee paystubs indicating sick leave hours, if applicable.
If self-employed, obtain a copy of your most recent Notice of Assessment from Canada Revenue Agency.
Compile proof of self-employment income and registration with the Government of Yukon's Corporate Affairs Branch.

Prepare the Application

Ensure all documentation is complete and accurate.
Record the sick leave hours as a separate pay category on the paystubs or documentation.

Submit Application Online

Access the online application portal for the Paid Sick Leave Rebate program.
Complete the application form with the required information.
Upload all supporting documents as specified.
Review the application for accuracy and completeness before submission.

Await Confirmation and Possible Audit

Receive confirmation of submission via email, if applicable.
Be prepared for a potential audit by ensuring accurate records are maintained.

Additional information

Unused sick leave hours do not carry over to the next program year and will not be paid out.
Employers and self-employed applicants must submit their applications within 30 days of the claimed sick leave period.
The rebate program does not require proof of illness, but applications are subject to potential audit by the Government of Yukon.
Employers may voluntarily determine whether to request proof of illness from employees, even though it is not a government requirement.

Contacts

ecdev@yukon.ca

867-456-3803

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Paid Sick Leave Rebate Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Paid Sick Leave Rebate. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.