Human Resources Director Canada published an online article by Ronald Minken and Tanya Sambi, March 25, 2026:
“Graduated termination notice rules for federally regulated employers are already in effect”
Written by Ronald S. Minken and Tanya Sambi
Employers across Canada in the federal jurisdiction should take a moment to reassess their termination practices
Since Feb. 1, 2024, the Canada Labour Code has required graduated notice of termination for employees dismissed without cause. While these changes are no longer new, many employers have yet to fully update their employment agreements, termination templates, and internal processes to reflect the current legal requirements.