Leaves of Absence
At Capital Health we provide several different leaves of absence to our employees including:
- Adoption Leave - NSGEU/Confidential Exclusion/Management
- Bereavement Leave
- Compassionate Care Leave
- Crime-related Child Death or Disappearance Leave
- Critically Ill Childcare Leave
- Education Leave
- Jury Duty
- Military Leave
- Parental Leave - NSGEU/Confidential Exclusion/Management
- Pregnancy / Parental Leave - NSGEU/Confidential Exclusion/Management
- Pregnancy / Parental Leave - NSNU
- Personal Leave
- Prepaid/Deferred Leave
- Sick Leave
- Long Term Disability
Your collective agreement and employee guide contains details you will need to know about these leaves. Your manager can help you begin the process of applying for a leave.
Work related injury or illness
If you experience a work related injury or illness or are exposed to blood or bodily fluids, please report this immediately to SAFE by calling 902-473-7233. Reporting the incident ensures you are paid properly.
For more information about your pay and benefits in the event of a work related injury or illness contact us at 902-473-5757 or 1 (866) 473-5757 if you are calling long distance.