Project-based employment contract template (Quebec)
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This template is provided for information only and does not constitute legal advice. In Quebec, a contract tied to a project is generally a fixed-term contract whose end is the completion of the project (art. 2086 C.C.Q.). If work continues for five days after the end without objection, it becomes an indeterminate-term contract (art. 2090).
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EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT FOR A SPECIFIC PROJECT
BETWEEN: [[Employer name]], having its place of business at [[address]], represented by [[name, title]] (the “Employer”)
AND: [[Employee name]], residing at [[address]] (the “Employee”)
1. Purpose. The Employer hires the Employee as [[position]] to carry out the following project: [[description of the project]].
2. Term. The contract begins on [[date]] and ends upon completion of the project, which is expected on or about [[date]]. The Employer will inform the Employee in writing of the expected end date as soon as it is known and will give the notice required by the Act respecting labour standards where applicable.
3. Duties. [[Main tasks]]. The Employee reports to [[supervisor]].
4. Place and hours of work. [[Place]]; [[number]] hours per week, [[schedule]]. Overtime is paid in accordance with the law.
5. Remuneration. [[Amount]] per [[hour/year]], paid [[frequency]]. Vacation pay and statutory holidays according to the Act respecting labour standards.
6. Confidentiality and intellectual property. The Employee shall keep confidential all information obtained in the course of employment. All work produced in connection with the project belongs to the Employer, and the Employee waives the exercise of their moral rights to the extent permitted by law.
7. Early termination. Either party may terminate the contract before the end of the project for a serious reason (art. 2094 C.C.Q.). Otherwise, the termination must comply with art. 2091 C.C.Q. and the applicable notice.
8. Governing law. This contract is governed by the laws of Quebec.
Signed at [[city]], on [[date]].
__________________ Employer __________________ Employee
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Sonia Pin Legal counsel, business law
Sonia Pin is a legal professional specializing in business law and commercial litigation. She drafts and updates the contract and letter templates published on Avocat Montréal, with a focus on Quebec civil law (Civil Code of Québec) and the practical requirements of the courts and administrative tribunals.
