This International Women’s Day, Local 541’s Women’s Committee would like to share resources for all our colleagues who identify as women. We hope this gives you a hub to easily access your rights and view resources that promote your wellbeing.
Women’s Rights at Work
Parental Leave
The following relevant Articles in the PA Collective Agreement outline each provision:
Article 36 – medical appointments for pregnant employees
Article 28 – maternity leave without pay
Article 39 – maternity-related reassignment or leave
Article 40 – parental leave provisions
Caregiving Leave
If you are in receipt of or awaiting EI compassionate care benefits, you are entitled to caregiving leave without pay.
Time spent on leave counts toward severance pay, vacation leave, and pay increments.
See Article 42 of the PA Collective Agreement for more information.
Flexible Work
Employees may request a different schedule than the standard five-day work week (subject to manager approval/operational requirements).
An employer also cannot reprimand you just because you made a written request for a flexible work arrangement.
Click below for more information.
Workplace Harassment
This Policy aims to prevent workplace harassment and violence, to respond without delay to occurrences, and to support victims.
Section 147 of the Canada Labour Code also prohibits employers from taking any action against employees for exercising their rights.
Read more below.
WORK RESOURCES FOR WOMEN
ESDC
Women’s Network
Led by and for ESDC women.
Provides access to newsletters on career development tips, invites to online courses and workshops, and Notice of Interests for assignment opportunities.
Search “ESDC Women’s Network” on iService to join and get more info!
ESDC
Wellness Gym
A virtual space that offers tools, live sessions and videos of daily practices to help you maintain physical and emotional wellbeing.
Search “ESDC Wellness Gym” on iService to check out their videos!
Check out more health & wellness resources through the link below!
Gender Based Violence Strategy
The Government of Canada’s response to prevent and address gender based violence against women, girls, LGBTQ2 and gender diverse people.
Aims to prevent gender-based violence; support victims, survivors and their families; and promote a responsive justice system.
Employee Assistance Program
Available 24/7 by phone:
1-800-268-7708 (option 1 for crisis)
TTD: 1-800-567-5803
You can also Access EAP Chat for a live chat service (chat password: canada). Use the link below to contact EAP or get a referral for counselling sessions.
