disability leave affect Federally Regulated Employee severance pay

Whether you’re a Federally Regulated Employee, or just work for a company that does business with the government, there are specific rules and regulations that apply to your employment. Some of these laws, such as the Canada Labour Code (CLC), set minimum standards for workers in certain industries. Whether you’re in banking, transport or the telecommunication industry, it’s important to understand these laws.

The CLC now requires employers to provide affected employees with a graduated system of notice of termination or pay in lieu of notice, rather than the standard two weeks across all sectors. The new requirement brings the Code into line with provincial employment standards legislation, such as Ontario’s Employment Standards Act, which has a similar graduated system.

In addition to Federally Regulated Employee severance pay, affected employees may be entitled to compensation for unused vacation time and paid leave that they have accrued during their period of notice. Depending on the circumstances, this may be worth several days of pay.

Does disability leave affect Federally Regulated Employee severance pay?

If you have a disability, or are pregnant, you can take medical leave with pay for up to 16 weeks per year. You can also apply to take additional unpaid medical leave as needed if you need more than 16 weeks of medical leave in a calendar year. You should be prepared to explain your situation to your employer, as they are required to consider your request.

The law states that your employer cannot dismiss you if you are on disability leave. Your employer must be able to prove they have valid reasons for letting you go, such as poor performance or misconduct. If you are dismissed from your job while on disability leave, it could constitute a breach of the Canadian Human Rights Act and you could be eligible to file a human rights claim. There are many ways to find out if you are a Federally Regulated Employee. You can ask your employer, check with an online resource or read your employment contract to see if it states that you are employed by the federal government.

Federally regulated industries include the federal government; federally owned businesses such as Canada Post Corp and Via Rail Canada; banks; transportation companies that cross provincial and international borders; airlines and airports; and broadcasters and telecommunication providers. If you’re not sure if your employer is a Federally Regulated Employer, speak to a lawyer for more information.

Moreover, offering attractive telecommunication employee severance pay helps banks maintain positive relationships with departing employees, which can be critical in an industry where reputation and network ties hold substantial value.

You can also contact a lawyer for help in filing a complaint to the Canada Labor Program. Depending on the results of the investigation, the Labour Program can order your employer to reinstate and compensate you. If your employer does not follow the program’s requirements, it can be subject to legal action and fines. Samfiru Tumarkin LLP’s Pocket Employment Lawyer can help you understand the laws that govern your employment. For free advice on your situation, contact us today.