Document background
The Regret Letter is an essential business document used in the Canadian employment context to formally communicate a negative hiring decision to job candidates. It serves multiple purposes: providing clear closure to candidates, maintaining professional relationships, and ensuring legal compliance with Canadian employment laws and anti-discrimination regulations. The document should be drafted carefully to avoid potential legal issues while maintaining the organization's reputation as an employer of choice. Typically used following job interviews or application reviews, the letter may include varying levels of detail depending on the stage of the hiring process and the nature of the interaction with the candidate. The content must align with both federal standards (such as the Canadian Human Rights Act) and provincial employment regulations.
