Glossary · Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Combined vacation, sick, and personal days.

Definition

PTO consolidates vacation, personal, and sick days into a single bank. US averages 10-20 days; Canada mandates 2-3 weeks; tech and senior roles often unlimited.

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