Document background
A Letter of Intent to Quit is a crucial document in Canadian employment relationships, serving as the formal mechanism for employees to notify their employer of their decision to end their employment. This document should be used when an employee has made the definitive decision to leave their position and needs to communicate this professionally and officially. The letter typically provides the resignation date, notice period (in accordance with provincial employment standards or employment contract requirements), and basic transition information. In Canada, while verbal resignations are legally valid, a written letter provides documentary evidence of the resignation and its terms, protecting both parties' interests. The document should align with provincial employment legislation or federal regulations for federally-regulated industries, particularly regarding notice periods and final pay requirements.
