Begins on date of hire or rehire. Part-time employees will be paid only for the hours scheduled to work but not worked because of the sick leave.
Sick leave is credited at the end of each month.
Sick leave with pay may be used for the following reasons. Paid leave can only be used up to the amount of an employee's accrual. Paid sick leave for up to four weeks before the expected date and up to eight weeks following delivery is granted on the request of the employee. Individual Collective Bargaining Agreements define the number of hours that can be used, and for what circumstances. It is to be reported as family sick and debits your sick leave balance.