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I've been working at my job for over 9 months now. Never gotten any type of discipline. Had my 6 month review at 8 months and was told I was doing awesome. No complaints or anything to really improve on. I was also promoted to lead hand within 5 months of working. One day I get called into the office, sat down and told they're terminating my employment with the company as of now! I asked why and what did I do wrong. He told me I hadn't done anything wrong. And that he's giving me two weeks pay which means he doesn't need a reason to terminate my employment. I don't get what I did wrong ? Is this not wrongful dismissal???
Hello,
Unfortunately your employer may terminate your employment at any time, without having to provide a reason why, as long as you are paid your proper termination entitlements. Under the Employment Standards Act you would only be entitled to one week of notice or pay in lieu of notice, however, depending on any applicable contract of employment you may have with the company, you may be entitled to more severance under common law. If you want to consult with a Paralegal or lawyer at our office to review your matter and determine whether you have any further termination entitlements, please contact our office.
Unfortunately your employer may terminate your employment at any time, without having to provide a reason why, as long as you are paid your proper termination entitlements. Under the Employment Standards Act you would only be entitled to one week of notice or pay in lieu of notice, however, depending on any applicable contract of employment you may have with the company, you may be entitled to more severance under common law. If you want to consult with a Paralegal or lawyer at our office to review your matter and determine whether you have any further termination entitlements, please contact our office.