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Under Canadian employment law, what is 'constructive dismissal'?

Constructive dismissal occurs when an employer's actions effectively force an employee to resign, entitling them to remedies for wrongful dismissal.

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Question: Under Canadian employment law, what is 'constructive dismissal'?

Answer options:

  • When an employee resigns voluntarily due to minor disagreements
  • When an employer terminates an employee with proper notice and severance ✅ When an employer makes unilateral and fundamental changes to an employee's employment terms, leading to resignation
  • When an employee is terminated for cause without notice

Correct answer: When an employer makes unilateral and fundamental changes to an employee's employment terms, leading to resignation

Explanation: Constructive dismissal occurs when an employer's actions effectively force an employee to resign, entitling them to remedies for wrongful dismissal.

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