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I have been employed with a Audio Visual & communications company for almost 4 years. Recently Work has slowed and I have been asked to reduce my hours even though others who were hired after me were not asked to do so as of yet. I believe that I am in risk of losing my job altogether. Is an employer in Ontario expected to adhere to "seniority" when deciding whom to lay off and who will continue to work?
I should mention that 2 other employees are related ( 1 as brother and 1 as brother-in-law) to senior staff and they both have been employed after me, neither have been advised of reduced hours due to work shortage to my knowledge. Also, during my meeting with the manager who asked me to go home because of work shortage, he mentioned that i should be looking for alternate means of employment. I am a diabetic in my fifties making me the oldest technician on staff and I believe that this might have weight in their decision but have no way of proving this supposed discrimination.
what are my options?
A reduction in hours, and therefore in pay, amounts to a constructive dismissal and you may also have a claim for discrimination based on age and medical condition. I encourage you to call us at the number below and one of our lawyers will explain your options and make a recommendation most suited to your circumstances.