New Brunswick Severance Pay Calculator 2026

Estimate ESA statutory minimum and common-law reasonable notice severance for New Brunswick. Enter years of service and salary.

New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick severance calculator for a ballpark; consult an employment lawyer for advice.

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Severance estimate — New Brunswick
ESA minimum vs common-law ballpark. Common law often exceeds ESA significantly.

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.

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Severance in New Brunswick

Common law severance in New Brunswick

New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick 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.

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