Extra Degree Allowance. i) An allowance of $800.00 shall be paid to all members of the Bargaining Unit who hold a post graduate degree at the Canadian Masters Level, or equivalent, or, an allowance of $1,200.00 will be paid to all members of the Bargaining Unit who hold a post graduate degree at the Canadian Doctoral Level, or equivalent, so long as these degrees, according to QECO evaluation, are not being used for grid placement. This allowance will have the effect of piercing the maxima of the salary grid for those members eligible to receive this allowance. ii) A member claiming this allowance will be required to furnish proof to the satisfaction of the Board. iii) Payment of the allowance will be made retroactive to September 1st or the first date of appointment provided satisfactory proof is submitted by January 31st inclusive or within five (5) months from the date of appointment should it be later than the beginning of the school year and provided that the member has completed the requirements for the extra degree prior to September 30th. iv) In the event that a member fails to provide satisfactory proof by January 31st inclusive or within five (5) months of their date of appointment should it be later than the beginning of the school year, any salary adjustment resulting from such allowance will be effective the month following such verification.
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