Shopify Parental Leave Policy
Technology · 12K employees
Policy Details
Eligibility
Eligible from date of hire
Full-time only
Additional Benefits
✓ Equal adoption/surrogacy leave
✓ Gradual return-to-work program
✓ HQ in Ottawa, Ontario (Canada)
✓ Equal 26 weeks for all new parents globally
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Shopify offer paid parental leave?
Yes, Shopify offers 26 weeks of paid leave for birth parents at 100% pay, and 26 weeks for non-birth parents at 100% pay. We give Shopify a grade of A+ for their parental leave policy.
How many weeks of maternity leave does Shopify provide?
Birth parents at Shopify receive 26 weeks of paid leave at 100% of their salary. Non-birth parents receive 26 weeks of paid leave.
Who is eligible for Shopify parental leave?
Shopify provides parental leave benefits from your date of hire with no waiting period.
Does Shopify offer parental leave for adoption?
Yes, Shopify provides equal parental leave benefits for adoption as for birth parents.
How does Shopify's parental leave compare to other Technology companies?
Shopify receives a grade of A+ for their parental leave policy. The average for Technology companies in our database is 15.6 weeks for birth parents. Shopify offers 26 weeks.
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