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I just returned from maternity leave and on the Friday of my first week back was given verbal notice that I was being terminated. I received a termination letter without any explanation on the following Tuesday. The letter provided my last day of work (6 weeks from the Friday verbal notice) and 6 weeks severance. Is what they've done legal/lawful? And do I have to work for the six weeks? They are replacing me with an existing employee - the person hired on contract to fill my maternity leave left the Friday before I returned.
Thank you for your question. My name is Stephen Gillman and I am an employment lawyer with Samfiru Tumarkin LLP. In answer to your question, you do have to work the six weeks of verbal notice. While I would need more information, the severance package you have been offered appears low. I would encourage you to contact me directly at Stephen.gillman@stlawyers.ca so we can set up a free and confidential consultation to fully discuss.