Survey of Employment, Payrolls and Hours (SEPH)

Standard work week of employee, duration

Standard work week refers to the number of hours worked by a salaried employee per week.

Employee refers to any person receiving pay for services rendered in Canada or for an employer paid absence, and for whom the employer is required to complete a Canada Revenue Agency T4 slip. These persons may work on a full-time, part-time, casual or temporary basis.

The data for this variable are reported using the following measurements:

• Hour