Unified LLPToronto, ON · August 25, 2026Can Your Employer Lay You Off Instead of Terminating You?
Yes, an Ontario employer can place an employee on a temporary layoff instead of permanently terminating employment in some circumstances. But calling the decision a “layoff” does not automatically make it lawful or allow an employer to avoid termination pay, severance obligations, or a constructive dismissal claim. If you are unsure whether your employer had...
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