The applicant, a former Director of Business Development, sought payment of outstanding severance and a 2013 bonus following his termination without cause.
The respondent admitted the severance was due but requested a payment plan due to financial difficulties, and argued the bonus was subject to Board approval which was never given.
The court rejected the respondent's request for a payment plan for severance, citing that an employer's financial status is irrelevant to wrongful dismissal claims.
The court also found the bonus was properly authorized by the CEO, as per the employment agreement and termination letter, and the "indoor management rule" applied.
The application was granted for both severance and bonus.
