Where a surcharge or other charge is paid instead of a tip or gratuity does this amount belong to the employee?
A. Yes, the amount paid shall be considered to be a tip or gratuity and is the property of the employee to whom or for whom it is given. Q. May an employer make deductions from a surcharge or other charge which is paid instead of a tip or gratuity, or where the amount of the tip or gratuity is itemized on the record of a credit card or debit card payment? A. Yes, the employer may deduct an amount required to be deducted from income by an Act of the province or of Canada from the amount due the employee.
