I work as a sales agent. I've been representing one company…

Then you may have a good case.

Essentially, if you are an independent contractor then they can terminate at will if the contract doesn't say you get notice.

But if you are an employee you are entitled to receive reasonable notice or pay in lieu of notice.

Generally, in determining what is reasonable notice Courts look at several factors including the length of time you worked for the employer, your age, your position, the likelihood of finding new employment etc.

At the high end, if you were in a managerial position, the Court would likely order one month's notice or pay in lieu of notice for each year of employment. If you were not in a managerial position the Court would order somewhat less.

And on top of that age discrimination is unlawful and grounds for filing a complaint.

For these reasons your next step should be to consult with an employment lawyer in your city face to face.

Does that help as a starting point?

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There is a lot at stake here.

You should retain an experienced lawyer.

The length of service with the discrimination works out to a lot of damages.

What you can do to find a lawyer is one of the following things.

You can contact the Law Society and use their Lawyer Referral Service. You will be given the name of a lawyer and can consult with the lawyer and the first half hour will be $30.

Here is a link to their contact information:

http://www.barreau.qc.ca/en/public/trouver/avocat/

Or you can check on a site called lexpert. This is a legal directory of leading lawyers and law firms throughout Canada and is well-respected by the legal community.

Here's the link to their website:

http://www.lexpert.ca/directory/find-lawyers-or-law-firms/