Document background
A Dismissal Letter For Misconduct is a critical employment document used when an employer needs to terminate an employee's employment for cause under Canadian law. It is used in situations where an employee has committed serious misconduct, such as theft, dishonesty, insubordination, harassment, or other significant violations of company policies or employment obligations. The document must be carefully drafted to ensure compliance with both federal and provincial employment legislation, as well as common law requirements. It should include specific details of the misconduct, reference any previous warnings or progressive discipline steps taken, outline final pay and benefits, and address post-employment obligations. The letter serves as both formal notification to the employee and potential evidence in any subsequent legal proceedings, making it essential that it be accurate, detailed, and professionally written. In the Canadian context, the threshold for just cause termination is high, and employers must ensure their documentation supports this serious step.
