Add Comment Question: In Nova Scotia how do I lay an employee off and can I if on medical leave Answer: Employees can be terminated if on medical leave so long as the termination is unrelated to the leave. We cannot advise you on the procedure for laying off an employee without more information. If you need more information, you should contact legal counsel in Nova Scotia as employment matters depend on Province specific legislation. 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.