Add Comment Question: Is an employee allowed to work through their lunch break to leave early? In British Columbia. Answer: Thank you for your question. An employee would not be able to unilaterally decide to work through their lunch break and leave early. An employee cannot dictate their own work hours if they are set by the employer. I would encourage you to call us an set up a free an confidential consultation with one of our employment lawyers in BC so we can get to know your business better and further discuss your question. Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.