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Can I be terminated after my return to work from STD because of company knowledge of travel during the time on STD? Travel would be within Canada, but outside of the province. There's nothing in our company policy that states any restrictions of travel while on STD. My specialist has approved this travel and is aware of the context of
pre-scheduled vacation. I’m currently on STD and my company is now aware of my travel plans after STD was approved and is now threatening to terminate my employment if I do not cancel my trip.
If your physician has approved your travel time, the Company can not terminate you with cause. However, at any point the Company can choose to terminate you as long as they pay you adequate severance pay.