I was not familiar with the concept of “layoff” when I was in India ... However, these were temporary events and activities went back to normal once disputes were resolved.

But according to financial experts, navigating a layoff doesn't have to be daunting ... A furlough is an unpaid, temporary leave of absence or reduction of hours usually motivated by employee ...

Engage in activities that reduce stress, such as exercise ... this challenging time and emerge stronger. Remember, a layoff is a temporary setback, not a permanent situation.

The Star asked Kathryn Marshall, a Toronto employment lawyer with Milburn & Associates, to break down the employments rights of workers forced into a temporary layoff. “If you’re on a leave of absence ...

Here are some ways to get through a layoff — and how to prepare if you suspect a pink slip is coming your way. A furlough is an unpaid, temporary leave of absence or reduction of hours usually ...