Document background
The One Week Notice Letter is a crucial document in Canadian employment relationships, used when an employee decides to terminate their employment with a relatively short notice period. While Canadian employment law generally operates on the principle of 'reasonable notice' for resignations, a one-week notice period might be appropriate for certain positions, particularly in entry-level or non-management roles, or where specified in the employment contract. The letter serves multiple purposes: it formally documents the employee's intention to resign, establishes the final working day, demonstrates professional courtesy, and can help maintain positive references for future employment. The document should be crafted in compliance with relevant provincial employment standards and federal labor laws where applicable, though resignation notice periods are less strictly regulated than termination notices in Canadian jurisdiction.
