Add Comment Question: Is it legal for a company to force one to work on a Stat holiday in Ontario? Nothing has been signed in my contract regarding this. Thank you! Answer: yes they can force you to work on a stat holiday but must compensate you at 1.5 times your regular wages or provide you with a paid day off in lieu. Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.