Date issued: 28/02/1994
Purpose
To outline use of sick leave in relation to maternity leave.
Policy
Any pregnant employee who has a medically substantiated need to be absent from work for health reasons related to the pregnancy, either before, on, or after the date of delivery, shall be allowed to access earned sick leave credits. Departments should request a medical certificate in all cases.
Application
All employees appointed under the Public Service Act.
Authority
Public Service Commission memorandum to Human Resource Branch Directors dated November 26,1993.
Inquiries
For inquiries, please contact the Human Resource Service Centre.