Add Comment Question: Is it possible for an employer to terminate an employee while they are on parental leave? Specifically if a single employee is a group is targeted for reduction, can they still be terminated if they are on parental leave? Knowing that this is one employee in a group, and that employee is the only one targeted for reduction while the rest of the team would remain? Answer: Thank you for reaching out to our firm. Generally speaking, the answer is yes. However, these can be very complex situations and it is important that you obtain legal advice prior to terminating the employee. There are other concerns surrounding terminations, including severance, which are also important to have a handle on before terminating someone. If you would like to discuss the situation further, I would recommend that you phone the number below. 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.