Add Comment Question: I was working overnights as a commissionnaire at the supreme court of Canada last weekend (Canada day weekend) and as I had had stuff to do in Friday (before my shift) I was exhausted, and on my lunch I decided to take a quick rest in the designated break area on an air mattress I happened to have in my car. During this time, the RCMP officer of the site came in and saw me. I immediately turned to him and said good morning, clearly fully alert, and he says nothing you me about it. In a meeting with the site supervisor on Tuesday (July 4) I was asked not to do that again, and told that at most I'd get a formal warning. Today, July 7, I get an early morning call and told to meet with Commissionaires HR. Where I was terminated without a chance to defend myself. I believe that, according to Ontario Labour act, that for every 5 hours of work I'm allowed a 30 minute meal period which, paid or unpaid, is considered "off the clock" or "off duty" thus, during this time I could do whatever I wish. Because of this I think I was unjustly terminated. I had no other warnings or reprimands in my file, and this I think is an unwarranted and over the top act on their part. What do you think? Answer: You may have a potential wrongful dismissal claim against your employer. We would need further particulars regarding the situation and your employment in order to properly assess the situation and your potential entitlements. Please call our office for a free consultation with one of our lawyers. Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.