What does termination without cause mean?

If you have been fired without cause, that means that you have not committed any type of serious employee misconduct. You may be terminated for any number of reasons, such as an economic downturn, cost-cutting, poor work performance, restructuring of a company or even simply a lack of “fit” in the workplace.

Can You terminate an employee during their probation period?

Can you terminate an employee during their probation period? Some employers proceed under the misapprehension that they can terminate an employee on probation without providing any reason for the dismissal, with the employee unable to pursue any legal claim against them.

Can a employee on probation bring an unfair dismissal claim?

A probation period can vary but is usually for three to six months depending on the role and the business. Can an employee on probation bring an unfair dismissal claim?

What happens if an employee is terminated without cause?

If Employee is terminated without cause pursuant to this Section 7.4, Employee shall receive continue to receive compensation and benefits as provided in this Agreement. Termination by Either Party Without Cause.

What happens at the end of a probationary period?

If you decide to pay the applicable notice period instead of giving the employee formal notice, the employee’s period of employment will usually cease immediately. Be aware that certain ‘excluded periods’ don’t count towards the minimum period of employment.

A probation period can vary but is usually for three to six months depending on the role and the business. Can an employee on probation bring an unfair dismissal claim?

Can a probationary employee be fired in Canada?

Canadian courts have now consistently held that probationary employees must be treated fairly and given reasonable opportunity to demonstrate their ability to do the job they have been hired to perform, prior to termination.