Are gratuities legal in Canada?
Are gratuities legal in Canada? Although gratuities (tips) are not wages, the Act provides that employers cannot take them or withhold them from the employee who earned them.
Is 15% tip OK in Canada?
WHAT SHOULD A STANDARD TIP BE? Blais Comeau said the standard restaurant tip across Canada is between 15 and 18 per cent of the bill, before taxes. She said 15 per cent is appropriate in most cases.
Do you tip in Canada hotels?
Tipping in hotels in Canada If you're staying in a hotel in Canada it's standard practise to tip between 10-20%. In top end hotels with high service levels you'll likely want to tip a range of staff, such as maids, bellboys, valets and front desk employees.
Do you tip on a cruise if gratuity is included?
Similarly, if you're on a higher-end ship that lists gratuities as being included in the fare, that means just what it says. You don't have to tip on these cruises because the line is already paying gratuities to the staff on your behalf. Additional cash gifts are not expected.
Is it rude to not tip in England?
Generally no, but it would really depend on what you're tipping for. If you're buying a pint for £4.80 and pay with £5, then “keep the change” is definitely not rude. There's no social expectation to tip in a pub. Outside of restaurants, there really isn't much of a tipping culture in the UK.