Christmas is time where some industries, such as retail,
become exceptionally busy. In order to meet customer demand employers take on
extra, seasonal staff. While some employers are upfront about the nature of
the employment relationship, others inform potential employees that they will
be employed on a trial, or "probationary" basis, and if things ‘work out’ they
may be hired on full-time.
This blog has previously considered the issue of what it
means to be on a “probationary period” at Ontario law in the post
Probationary Periods and Notice .
This post will look at employers’ rights to terminate employees on probation
and employees’ rights to be afforded a fair opportunity to demonstrate their
talents.
