Document background
This Termination Due To Lack of Work document is essential for Canadian employers who need to reduce their workforce due to business circumstances, economic conditions, or organizational restructuring. It serves as a formal written notice of termination that complies with Canadian employment standards legislation, both federal and provincial. The document is used when termination is not for cause but rather due to business circumstances such as economic downturn, reorganization, or closure of operations. It includes crucial information about notice periods, severance pay, benefit continuation, and final pay calculations, all of which must align with the applicable employment standards in the relevant jurisdiction. The document should be used in conjunction with proper HR procedures and may require legal review, particularly in cases of mass layoffs or when dealing with unionized employees.
