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After 28 years of service working for RBC, 22 years part time, the last 5 years alternate Saturdays, I've been told my work hours, although remaining the same # per pay period, will involve working every Saturday. They know I Go up to my family cottage every other weekend year round. they also know I have a child with a serious illness that can be life threatening. I've told them thus doesn't work for me with my work/life balance and was told my needs will not come before the needs of the client.
They cannot make you do this. If they insist, you would be entitled to leave and get severance. Depending on your age, that can be anywhere form 12 to 18 months of severance. Under no circumstances should you resign before speaking to me.