Add Comment Question: I was terminated after my employer hired ten new staff members and told me he no longer had the hours to keep me on, was this a wrongful dismissal? Answer: Thank you for your question. My name is Stephen Gillman and I am an employment lawyer at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP. What you have described is a wrongful dismissal and you are entitled to severance. I would be happy to provide you with a free and confidential consultation so we can fully explore your options. Please email me directly at stephen.gillman@stlawyers.ca so we can set up a time to speak. 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.