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  • vickyp
    Keymaster
      August 19, 2023 at 5:31 am
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      #80770
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      Hi…when are employees taking maternity and parental leave need required to tell their employer how long they will be off work? I know they have the option of taking 12 or 18 months. We are located in Ontario.

      vickyp
      Keymaster
        August 19, 2023 at 5:31 am
        Post count: 4922
        #80769

        Under ESA Sec. 46(4), employees must give’ written notice for pregnancy leave at least 2 weeks before leave begins. You also have the right to request a certificate from a qualified medical practitioner stating the due date.  The same 2 weeks’ notice is also required for parental leave (absent the right to request written certification) under Sec. 47(4). Hope that helps. Glenn

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