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Can You Get EI If You Quit Your Job Due to Mental Health?

You may be able to get Employment Insurance (“EI”) after quitting your job because of your mental health, but it is not automatic. Service Canada pays regular benefits only if…

Can a Union Employee Be Fired Without Warning?

A union employee can be fired without warning, but only in limited circumstances. Unionized employees are protected by a collective agreement, which generally means an employer cannot dismiss them without…

Can I Sue for a Hostile Work Environment After I Quit?

Quitting does not stop you from suing your employer. If the way you were treated at work forced you to resign, you can still bring a claim, but the conduct…

Is It Legal to Travel While on Short-Term Disability?

In many cases, yes. It is generally legal to travel while receiving short-term disability benefits. However, whether you should travel is often a more important question than whether you can.…

Can You Get EI After Being Fired for Insubordination

Losing your job for alleged insubordination does not automatically mean you are disqualified from Employment Insurance (“EI”). Service Canada applies its own legal test when deciding whether you qualify for…

What Does Resigned in Lieu of Termination Mean?

If your employer asks you to resign instead of being terminated, you may hear the phrase “resigned in lieu of termination.” In simple terms, it means an employee submits a…

10 Things That Are Illegal for Your Employer to Do

Being an employer does not mean having unlimited control over the workplace. Ontario employment laws prohibit certain conduct and require employers to meet specific obligations. When employers violate these rules,…

What Does It Mean When a Layoff Is Subject to Recall?

If your employer tells you that you are “on layoff and subject to recall,” it means that the layoff is temporary and that you may be called back to work.…

Will My Employer Know If I File for Bankruptcy?

Generally, your employer will not automatically be notified if you file for bankruptcy. Bankruptcy is typically a personal financial matter, and many employees complete the process without their employer ever…