Contact the local for specific details. Collective Agreement Sick leave may be available if you are unable to work prior to the date of birth and for a period of time following the birth or termination of the pregnancy. If you run out of sick leave, you may apply for SIP benefits. Benefits are paid if you are unable to work prior the date of birth and for the 2 week period following the birth or termination of the pregnancy because of the pregnancy. For other periods when not on paid sick leave or SIP, you may purchase the pension service.
Cost is the employee contributions only, plus any interest, and is always cost effective .
The rights from the ESA may not be diminished by the collective agreement. Rights beyond those in the ESA may be contained in the collective agreement. Contact the local for specific details. Participation in the group health benefits beyond the ESA period of leave may be available. If you run out of sick leave, you may apply for SIP benefits.