Common use of Time Off for Union Business Clause in Contracts

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌3.04.1 The Employer agrees to recognize Union Representatives in the following circumstances: (a) Leave of absence without pay shall Except as otherwise specified, no request for time off for union business will be granted upon unless the request for was made sufficiently in advance to avoid operational difficulties in the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations:workplace. (1b) to an elected or appointed representative Members of the Union Bargaining Committee, not to attend conventions exceed four (4) in number, when acting as a member of the Union negotiating committee during negotiations with the Employer for renewal of the Collective Agreement. It is understood that this number does not include a Full-time Officer of Local 4318 and bodies to which a CUPE National Representative. To facilitate the administration of this clause, the Employer will grant the employees a leave of absence with pay and invoice the Union is affiliatedfor the employees’ wages. c) A union representative, when involved in discussions with the Employer related to the processing of a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of grievance pursuant to the Union to attend to union business which requires them Grievance Procedure as outlined in this Agreement. Permission to leave their general work area; (3) during working hours for employees who are representatives such purposes shall first be obtained from the immediate Supervisor. All time spent by the Xxxxxxx in performing such Union duties shall be without loss of the Union on a bargaining committeeregular wages. (bd) Long-term A union representative when attending Health and Safety Committee meetings under article 3.00 c). All time spent in attending such meetings shall be without loss of regular wages. e) A union representative when attending meetings with the Director of Human Resources. All time spent attending such meetings shall be without loss of regular wages. 3.04.2 Subject to operational requirements, a leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the who are elected or appointed [not to exceed five (5) in number] to attend Union to transact union business meetings, conferences or training sessions. The period of leave shall not exceed ten (10) work days. All requests for specific periods of not leave under this provision must be submitted in writing no less than 21 fourteen (14) calendar days unless prior to the date the leave is to commence. To facilitate the administration of this would unduly interrupt clause, the operation of Employer will grant the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such employees a leave of absence shall retain all rights with pay and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsinvoice the Union for the employees’ wages. (c) When 3.04.3 An employee on a Union leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)shall retain, but not accumulate service during the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoiceexcept as provided under Article 12. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the An employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheldeligible for statutory holiday entitlement and there shall not be any vacation credit or any other entitlement for the period of leave during which service is not accumulated.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 14 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 14 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted to an employee designated by the Union for the purpose of collective bargaining. Seniority and all benefits shall accumulate during such leave. (d) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or ), (b), or (c) the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (de) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (ef) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a), (b) or (bc) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌6.01 Time-off for union business, without pay, shall be provided to Union Members on the following basis: (a) Leave Members of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt Negotiating Committee, not to exceed two (2) Employees from the Employer's operations: Edmonton office, and one (1) to an elected or appointed representative from the Calgary Office for time spent meeting with representatives of the Union to attend conventions Employer during the formal negotiation of a Collective Agreement. (b) For preparation for negotiations, members of the Negotiating Committee plus alternates, not to exceed a total of five (5) employees absent at the same time. (c) For Official Union and bodies Business other than direct negotiations, preparation for negotiations, meetings with the Director, Human Resources or designate, Employees elected to a full-time position with the Union or any body with which the Union is affiliated, to or Employees selected for a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; staff position with the Union or any body with which the Union is affiliated, not more than two (2) Employees from the Calgary office and not more than four (4) from the Edmonton office may be absent for elected or appointed representatives of Union Business at the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeesame time. (b) Long6.02 For time-term leave of absence without pay off under Clause 6.01, time-off shall be granted subject to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave operational requirements and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall not be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoiceunreasonably denied. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption a copy of the operation and request for time-off. Employees shall make every reasonable effort to give provide a minimum of 14 five (5) working days’ ' notice prior to when requesting time-off under this Article, however, consideration shall still be given in cases where the commencement of leave five (5) working days' notice is not provided. 6.03 For time-off under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above Clause 6.01, and for leaves of 30 consecutive calendar days or less, the Employer will grant the leave of absence with pay and invoice the Union for Employee's salary plus a twenty (20%) percent benefit reimbursement fee. For leaves of more than thirty (30) consecutive calendar days, Article 37 shall apply and the Employee will cease to be entitled to any benefits under the Collective Agreement for the duration of their leave. 6.04 Employees who are elected to a full-time position with the Union, or any body with which the Union is affiliated, shall be granted a leave of absence without pay for a period of up to two (2) years. Notice for such leave shall be as soon as possible, but not less than one (1) month in advance. Extension of such leave may be granted, if submitted in writing and approved by the Employer. Approval of an extension will be dependent on operational requirements and will not be unreasonably withheld. The Employee will be permitted to work for gain during such leave. 6.05 Employees who are selected for any staff position with the Union, or any body with which the Union is affiliated, may be granted a leave of absence without pay for a period of up to two (2) years. Extension of such leave may be granted, if submitted in writing and approved by the Employer. Approval of an extension will be dependent on operational requirements and will not be unreasonably withheld. The Employee will be permitted to work for gain during such leave.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Without pay - with reasonable written notice leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeeBargaining Committee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (4) up to seven employees on a Component Bargaining Committee to carry on negotiations with the Employer; however, the components reserve the right to use up to three additional persons for technical information or advice, who shall also be covered by the provisions of this clause; (5) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board, the Labour Relations Board, or the Human Rights Tribunal; (6) to employees designated to sit as an observer on a selection panel in accordance with Clause 12.1. (b) Long-term With Pay - leave of absence with basic pay and without pay shall loss of seniority will be granted to one employee per component (two employees designated by where the component has 10,000 or more employee members) and to employees who are Table Officers of the BCGEU who are representatives of the Union on the Union's Master Bargaining Committee to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt carry on negotiations with the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsEmployer. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of the invoiceleave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld. (d) The Employer shall grant, on request, leave of absence without pay: (1) for employees selected for a full-time position with the Union for a period of one year; (2) for an employee elected to the position of President or Secretary-Treasurer of the B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union. (3) for an employee elected to any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year and the leave shall be renewed upon request.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Without pay - with reasonable written notice leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeecommittee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (4) up to seven employees on a component bargaining committee to carry on negotiations with the Employer; however, the Components reserve the right to use up to three additional persons for technical information or advice, who shall also be covered by the provisions of this clause; (5) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board, the Labour Relations Board, or the Human Rights Tribunal; (6) to employees designated to sit as an observer on a selection panel in accordance with Clause 12.1. (b) Long-term With pay - leave of absence with basic pay and without pay shall loss of seniority will be granted to one employee per component (two employees designated by where the component has 7,500 or more employee members) and to employees who are table officers of the BCGEU who are representatives of the Union on the Union's Main Bargaining Committee to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt carry on negotiations with the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsEmployer. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of the invoiceleave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld. (d) The Employer shall grant, on request, leave of absence without pay: (1) for employees selected for a full-time position with the Union for a period of one year; (2) for an employee elected to the position of President or Treasurer of the B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union. (3) for an employee elected to any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year and the leave shall be renewed upon request.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌9.01 Subject to Clause 9.03, time off without loss of regular earnings will be provided for Union Officers and Members to conduct Official Union Business on the following basis: (a) Leave Members of absence the Negotiating Committee, not to exceed three (3) in number, for time spent meeting with representatives of the Employer during the formal negotiation of a Collective Agreement and for Union preparatory meetings during these negotiations; (b) A Union Xxxxxxx and complainant for time spent investigating a complaint; and a Union Xxxxxxx and a grievor for time spent in discussing written grievances as outlined in the grievance procedure; and a Union Xxxxxxx for time spent at a disciplinary interview; (c) For time spent meeting with the Employer at formal Safety Committee meetings during normal working hours, and for meetings of the Joint Work Site Health and Safety Committee as provided by the Occupational Health and Safety Act; (d) For time spent participating in Employer initiated Committees where the Employer deems that Local representation is required; (e) For time spent attending the Employer orientation for new Employees of up to one (1) Local Executive member. 9.02 Subject to Clause 9.03, time off, without pay pay, shall be granted upon request for provided to Union Members on the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsfollowing basis: (1a) Members elected as delegates to an elected or appointed representative attend the Annual Convention of The Alberta Union of Provincial Employees; (b) Members designated as delegates representing the Union at Conventions of other Employee organizations; (c) Members designated to attend Union Seminars and Conferences; (d) Members of the Union Executive Committee, to attend meetings which are normally held monthly; (e) Members of the Provincial Executive of the Union, to attend general meetings which are normally held once every two (2) months; (f) Members of Provincial Executive Committees of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; Regular Committee Meetings normally held every two (2) for elected or appointed representatives months. (g) The Chairperson of the Union Local shall collectively be relieved of up to ten percent (10%) of an FTE (full time equivalent) to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area;Local Union business. (3) for employees who are representatives 9.03 In all of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay foregoing provisions time off shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the departmentconsistent with operational requirements. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence off shall not be unreasonably withhelddenied. Employees shall normally provide five (5) work days advance notice when requesting time off. However, consideration shall still be given to requests where it is impossible to provide five (5) work days notice. Where such time off is granted for an indeterminate period the Employee shall communicate with the Employer on a daily basis in respect to the date of return. 9.04 To facilitate the administration of Clause 9.03, the Employer will grant the leave of absence, with pay and invoice the Union for the Employee's salary or the replacement salary costs, whichever is greater.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Without pay - Leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees four (4) Employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee.the Bargaining Committee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (4) to Employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an Arbitration Board or the Labour Relations Board of B.C.; (b) Long-term leave With pay - Leave of absence with basic pay, and without pay shall loss of seniority will be granted granted: (1) for four (4) Employees who are appointed members of the Union's Bargaining Committee to employees designated carry on the negotiations with the Employer; (2) to Employees appointed by the Union as Union representatives to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless joint Union/Management Committees as specified in this would unduly interrupt the operation Agreement to attend meetings of the department. Such requests shall be made Committees; (3) to Employees designated to sit as an observer on a Selection Panel in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsaccordance with Article 11. (c) When Where an Employee has his/her days of annual leave displaced for reasons contained in Article 2.10(a)(3) and (4) and 2.10(b)(1) (2), those days shall be rescheduled at a later date by mutual agreement between the Employer and the Employee. Where rescheduling is not possible within the calendar year, a carryover of absence five (5) displaced days shall be granted by the Employer in addition to the entitlement in Article 17.8. The balance of displaced leave shall be paid out or may be carried over by mutual agreement. To facilitate the administration of this Article when leave without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt of the invoiceabsence under this article shall include sufficient travel time. It is understood that employees Employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause Article shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employerpay. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovethis Article. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 twenty-one (21) days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeeBargaining Committee. (b) Long-Long term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union Union business for specific periods of not less than 21 twenty-one (21) days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 sixty (60) days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article Article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board arbitration board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 fourteen (14) days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Without Pay - Leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees up to two team members who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeecommittee in addition to the four team members permitted by (b) below, to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee and to carry on negotiations with the Company's Bargaining Committee. The Union reserves the right to use up to three additional persons for technical information or advice who shall also be covered by the provisions of this section; (4) to team members called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board, the Labour Relations Board or the Human Rights Tribunal; (5) to team members designated to sit as an observer on an interview panel excluding WSI. (b) Long-term leave With Pay - Leave of absence with basic pay and without pay shall loss of seniority will be granted to employees designated four team members, in addition to the two team members permitted by (a)(3) above, who are representatives of the Union on the Bargaining Committee to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt carry on negotiations with the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsCompany. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this article, when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer Company for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred. Leave of absence granted under this article shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the Company with reasonable notice, within 60 whenever possible, 14 days prior to the commencement of receipt of the invoiceleave under this article. It is understood that employees team members granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause article shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel timewith pay. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer Company agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Without pay - Leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1i) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2ii) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work area; iii) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board. b) With Pay - Leave of absence with basic pay and without loss of seniority will be granted: i) to four (34) for employees members selected by the sub-local of the Union, who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining the negotiating committee. ; however, the sub- local reserves the right to use one (b1) Long-term leave of absence without pay additional person for technical information or advice who shall be granted to covered by the provisions of this section; ii) Where employees designated are appointed by the Union as Union representatives to transact union business for specific periods joint Union/Management committees as specified in this Agreement, to attend such meetings. c) The Employer recognizes that due to the geographic remoteness of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation some of the departmentareas served by the College it may be difficult for the President of the Union or his/her paid Union representative to meet with employees outside normal working hours. Such requests In such areas, the President of the Union or his/her designate shall submit a request in writing to the appropriate Campus Principal to meet with employees during working hours in their normal place of work. Subject to operational requirements, the Employer shall grant permission for such a meeting, the duration of the length of the meeting to be by mutual agreement between the Campus Principal and the Union representative. Attendance at such meetings shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsconsidered time worked. (cd) When To facilitate the administration of this section when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt absence granted under this article shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of the invoiceleave under this Article. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause Article shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term 5.01 The Employer may grant leave of absence without pay to Employees to attend Union conventions, seminars, education classes or other Union business (Union leave). Request for Union leave shall be submitted in writing with as much advance notice as possible, but no less than fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the date the Union leave is to commence. The Employee’s request shall be forwarded by the Union’s standard leave of request documentation as would be needed for the Employer to invoice the Union. Requests for Union leave will not be unreasonably denied. The Employer will reply in writing to a request for leave of absence within fourteen (14) calendar days of receipt of the request. 5.02 To facilitate the administration of Union leave as provided within the Collective Agreement, where Union leave has been granted, the Employer will continue the salary of the Employee during such leave. In turn, the Employer shall invoice the Union for the Employee’s salary or replacement salary costs, whichever is greater, and other related costs which the Union shall pay within twenty-­‐one (21) days of receipt of the Employer’s invoice. 5.03 Where permission has been granted by the Employee’s Supervisor for a Union Xxxxxxx to temporarily leave her job in order to assist with respect to a grievance, she shall suffer no loss of pay for the time so spent. 5.04 Employees who are elected or selected for any position with the Union or any body with which the Union is affiliated shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basisbenefits. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 twenty-one (21) days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeeBargaining Committee. (b) Long-Long term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union Union business for specific periods of not less than 21 twenty-one (21) days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 sixty (60) days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article Article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board arbitration board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 fourteen (14) days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (bc) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌15.01 Upon written request by the Union to the permanent head and with the approval in writing of the permanent head, leave with pay shall be awarded to an employee as follows: (a) Leave In the case of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for an employee who is a member of the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative Provincial Board of Directors of the Union to attend conventions or an elected delegate of a recognized local of the Union and bodies who is required to which attend the Union is affiliatedBiennial Convention of the Union, to the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour and Component Conventions within the Province; leave with pay not exceeding three (3) days in any year for each of the above Conventions except that where a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; Component Convention and the Biennial Convention are held in the same year, leave with pay not exceeding two (2) days may be awarded for elected or appointed representatives the purpose of attending the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeeComponent Convention. (b) Long-term In the case of an employee who is a member of the Provincial Board of Directors of the Union and who is required to attend meetings of the Union within the Province, leave with pay not exceeding three (3) days in any year. (c) In the case of an employee who is a member of the Provincial Executive of the Union and who is required to attend meetings of the Union within the Province, leave with pay not exceeding three (3) days in any year. (d) In the case of an employee who is a member of the Provincial Board of Directors of the Union or a delegated representative and who may wish to attend meetings of the Canadian Labour Congress, leave with pay not exceeding five (5) days in any one year. The permanent head may grant additional leave without pay for this purpose. 15.02 With the approval of the permanent head, leave with pay shall be awarded to employees who are members of negotiating committees while they are attending actual negotiating sessions on the understanding that the number of employees in attendance at negotiations shall be kept to a reasonable limit. The Union shall notify the permanent head of the employees affected prior to the commencement of negotiations and employees shall in all instances give prior notice of absences from work to their immediate supervisors and such notice shall be given as far in advance as possible. 15.03 The Employer shall grant, on written request, leave of absence without pay shall be granted for a period of up to one (1) year, renewable upon request for ten (10) consecutive years, for permanent employees designated by selected for a full time position with the Union to transact union business for specific periods without loss of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the departmentaccrued benefits. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate may not accrue any benefits, other than seniority, during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave period of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by Such leave can be cancelled upon request from the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basiswith two (2) weeks’ notice. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 14 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 14 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted to an employee designated by the Union for the purpose of collective bargaining. Seniority and all benefits shall accumulate during such leave. (d) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or ), (b), or (c) the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (de) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (ef) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a), (b) or (bc) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheldwithheld and a response to the leave request shall not be unreasonably delayed. (g) Any denial of a leave of absence related to this article shall be provided in writing electronically to the employee at the time the leave is denied stating the reasons for the denial. Any grievance related to such a denial may be submitted directly to Step 3 of the grievance process.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (aA) Leave Employees may request unpaid leave of absence without pay to conduct union business. Employees requesting leave under this Article will provide the Employer with as much advance notice as possible of the dates of the leave which normally shall be granted upon request for no fewer than 14 (fourteen) days prior to the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative commencement of the Union leave. Subject to attend conventions of the Union operation requirements and bodies to which the Union is affiliatedwith reasonable advance written notice, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay and without loss of seniority will be granted as follows, to an employee who is a member of the Union and who is: a) A Union Council/Board member. Such leave shall be granted for the purpose of attending regular or special meetings of the Council/Board and shall include reasonable travel time. b) Either elected or appointed to represent the Union and/or a regional at annual or special conventions of the Union. c) A member of the Union’s bargaining committee. Such leave (including travelling time) shall be granted to employees designated by the Union attend preparatory negotiating meetings, to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation conduct negotiations, and to participate in mediation, and arbitrations. d) Appointed or elected to special or standing committees of the departmentUnion. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such A leave of absence granted to members to attend regular or special meetings of such committees shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior be subject to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsthe operation requirement of the worksite. e) Union leave for members of the bargaining committee (cC) When and Council/Board members (A) shall not affect the employee’s benefits, seniority or increment anniversary date. B) Subject to operational requirements, and with reasonable written notice, a leave of absence for a period of one term (three years) without pay and without loss of seniority, shall be granted to an employee who holds the position of full-time president with the Union. The employee shall be entitled to return to her former position with the Employer, and shall be provided with an adequate period of orientation up her return to work. C) To facilitate the administration of this clause, when leave without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)and the Union has approved payment, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for all related salary and benefit benefits costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice endeavour to minimize disruption pay submitted invoices within 30 (thirty) days of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheldreceipt.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations:Without Pay (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board or a tribunal pursuant to the relevant labour statutes of British Columbia; (4) for employees employees, who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee.Bargaining Committee, to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (b5) leave for negotiations with the Employer; (6) for an employee elected to the position of President or Secretary Treasurer of the BC Government and Service Employees' Union, the leave shall be for a period of three (3) years and shall be renewed upon request of the Union; (7) for employees selected for a full-time position with the union or any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one (1) year; (8) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union Union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such An employee on leave of absence without pay, other than leave of absence for an elected or appointed position in the Union, shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leavenot accrue seniority for leave periods over thirty (30) calendar days. Seniority An employee who is on leave of absence without pay in an elected or appointed position of the Union shall continue to accumulate accrue seniority without benefits during the leave period, provided that upon returning, the employee shall accept the first available position in his/her original classification at his/her previous work location. Requests for leave for the purposes of paragraph (1 through 7) above shall be given fourteen (14) calendar days in advance of the dates requested to facilitate scheduling of both clients and employees. It is understood that there may be occasions when the fourteen (14) day rule cannot be applied because of exceptional circumstances. It is understood that operational requirements may necessitate the refusal for such leave and leaves of absences. Leaves for purposes in (1) through (6) shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When not be unreasonably withheld. To facilitate the administration of this section when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costsbenefits, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt of the invoiceabsence granted under this Article shall include sufficient travel time. This provision shall not apply to leaves for (a) (7) above. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause Article shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witnesspay. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-Long term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union Union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article Article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board arbitration board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay There shall be granted upon request no deduction from pay when it is necessary, as determined by the union, for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed designated representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general do any of the following during the representative’s regularly scheduled work area; shift: represent members of the bargaining unit in disciplinary or grievance proceedings (3excluding arbitration) for employees who are under the Agreement; or meet with representatives of the City in collective bargaining or labor-management committee meetings. Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall representatives are not entitled to be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business paid for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that spent doing any of the above leaves forgoing union activities while working hours that are compensated at the overtime rate, except in the case of absence unscheduled grievance or disciplinary meetings or when management has agreed in advance that the representative(s) may be compensated at the overtime rate. “Meeting with the City representatives” shall include reasonable preparation time. No more than one representative shall be on released from duty for grievance or disciplinary proceedings and no more than five (5) representatives shall be released from duty for contract negotiations or labor management committee meetings. The Union President shall from time to time identify to the Employer in writing the names of a reasonable number of Union members who are designated to: represent employees in disciplinary or grievance proceedings; serve as members of the Union’s Negotiation Team; or serve as Union representatives on the Labor Management Committee. All other necessary and reasonable time off for Union business shall be without pay under the provisions of Minnesota Statutes §179A.07, Subd. 6 (Rights and Obligations of Employers; Time Off) unless the Union furnishes a qualified replacement employee for the bargaining unit employee who is absent on Union business to work in the absent employee's place. In such cases, the City shall not be unreasonably withheldrequired to pay the replacement employee and shall observe the applicable "trade" provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, as amended. Except for leaves of absences granted under Minnesota Statutes §179A.07, Subd. 6, time off granted for Union business purposes shall not operate to interrupt an employee's health insurance or other benefits and, in no case shall seniority be adversely affected. The provisions of Section 8.6 of this Agreement shall apply. The representatives of the Parties shall meet and confer at the request of either of them over any concerns or problems associated with these provisions.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Without Pay -- Leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work areapremises of employment; (3) for employees faculty members who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee to attend meetings of the bargaining committee. (b) Long-term A regular faculty member who is on leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by in an elected or appointed position of the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionshave accrued seniority banked. (c) When With Pay -- Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted: (1) to faculty members who are representatives of the Union to leave their employment to carry on negotiations with the Employer; (2) to stewards, or their alternatives, to perform their duties pursuant to Section 2.5; (3) to faculty members called to appear as witnesses before an Arbitration Board. (4) Meetings between representatives of the Union and the Employer will be scheduled at times mutually agreeable to the Parties. Reasonable effort shall be made to hold such meetings at times that do not conflict with assigned duties. Where such meetings cannot be scheduled at times that do not conflict with assigned duties, the Employer will grant a leave of absence without loss of pay or other entitlements for the purpose of attending such meetings to the total equivalent of one-quarter full-time equivalent per annum. Where such leave is granted, the Employer will replace the faculty member as necessary. This clause may be utilized by the Union to ensure adequate representation by the Union with respect to issues that affect the Employer or the post-secondary system. To facilitate the administration of this provision, the Union will ensure that the Employer is advised of the eligible leaves to be taken. The Union may designate a person(s) who will be entitled to Union leave under this Article and will advise the Employer of the amount of the leave to be taken. The amount of the entitlement is one quarter (¼) of a full-time equivalent per annum, without loss of pay or other entitlement. Costs arising from this provision will not be charged against the program area of the participating union representative. This provision will not be utilized where existing Employer-paid release time arrangements exceed this one-quarter (¼) full-time equivalent entitlement. It is understood that faculty members granted leave-of-absence pursuant to Part this Article shall receive their current rate of pay while on leave of absence with pay. Leave of absence granted under this Article shall include sufficient travel time. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not unreasonably be withheld. To facilitate the administration of paragraph (a) or (b)of this section, when leave without pay is granted, the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for the appropriate salary and benefit costs, including travel time time, incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Without pay - with reasonable written notice leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeecommittee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board, the Labour Relations Board, or the Human Rights Tribunal; (5) to employees designated to sit as an observer on a selection panel in accordance with Clause 12.2. (b) Long-term To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of the invoiceleave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld. (c) The Employer shall grant, on request, leave of absence without pay: (1) for employees selected for a full-time position with the Union for a period of one year; (2) for an employee elected to the position of President or Treasurer of the B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union. (3) for an employee elected to any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year and the leave shall be renewed upon request.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Without pay - with reasonable written notice leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeecommittee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board, the Labour Relations Board, or the Human Rights Tribunal; (5) to employees designated to sit as an observer on a selection panel in accordance with Clause 12.1. (b) Long-term With pay - leave of absence with basic pay and without pay shall loss of seniority will be granted to three employees designated by who are representatives of the Union on the Union's Bargaining Committee to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt carry on negotiations with the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsEmployer. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of the invoiceleave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld. (d) The Employer shall grant, on request, leave of absence without pay: (1) for employees selected for a full-time position with the Union for a period of one year; (2) for an employee elected to the position of president or treasurer of the B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union; or, for an employee elected to BC Nurses' Union Provincial Executive or Regional Chairperson; (3) for an employee elected to any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year and the leave shall be renewed upon request.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Without pay - Leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee to attend meetings of the bargaining committee; (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) With Pay - Leave of absence with basic pay and without loss of seniority will be granted granted: (1) to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration boardfour (4) members selected by the local of the Union, provided who are representatives of the dispute involved Union on the Employer. On applicationbargaining committee; however, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily local reserves the amount right to use one (1) additional person for technical information or advice who shall be covered by the provisions of time required for the attendance of any witnessthis section. (e2) Time off for joint Union-Employer business. Where employees covered by this Agreement are appointed by the Union as Union representatives to joint Union/Management committees as specified in this Agreement, they shall be granted leave of absence without loss of basic pay to attend such meetings. (3) The Chairperson of the bargaining unit or alternate designated by the Union shall provide be granted twenty-five percent (25%) Employer paid time release from a full workload per year. Such time shall be used to facilitate the operation of the Collective Agreement and employee/Employer relationships. The Chairperson shall schedule such time with their supervisor. This provision is in addition to any other Employer paid release time in the Collective Agreement. Where such leave is granted the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of will replace the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) aboveemployee as necessary. The Employer agrees that any cost of this provision will be borne by the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheldinstitution as a general operating expense.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Where operational requirements permit, the BCGEU agrees to grant leave of absence without pay shall be granted and without loss of vacation or seniority upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsseven days written notice: (1i) to an elected or appointed representative delegate of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2ii) for to elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work areapremises of employment; (3iii) for to the employees who are representatives elected or appointed pursuant to clause 2.11(a) of this article to attend meetings of the Union on a bargaining committee; (iv) to employees enrolled in training courses sponsored by COPE 378. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates basic rate of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on reimburse the number of hours to which BCGEU for the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended appropriate salary costs incurred. (c) The BCGEU agrees that leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted pursuant to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence this clause shall not be unreasonably withheld. (d) The notice requirement above may be waived by mutual agreement between the parties. (e) Job stewards and/or other elected Officers of the Union may receive leave of absence with or without pay at the discretion of and by prior arrangement with Human Resources for other activities not specifically identified above. This shall be considered leave of absence without pay. There is no loss of seniority or vacation where leave is reimbursed by COPE 378. (f) Job stewards and/or elected Officers of the Union who regularly work for the BCGEU and who are assigned to joint Union-BCGEU committees, will be paid by the BCGEU for all time spent on such committees during regular hours and this shall be considered time worked.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay and without loss of seniority shall be granted upon request for by the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsEmployer for: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeecommittee to attend meetings of the Committee; (4) employees called by the Union to appear as a witness before an arbitration board; (5) employees designated to sit as an observer on a selection panel in accordance with Clause 12.8. (b) Long-term leave Leave of absence without loss of pay or seniority shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation appointees who attend meetings of the departmentLabour Management Committee. Such requests leave may include travel time within the workday where necessary. Time spent by designated committee members attending meetings held on their day of rest or outside their regularly scheduled hours of work shall not be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted considered time worked but such leave of absence committee members shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsreceive equivalent time off at straight-time rate. (c) When Union leave provided to an employee that is in lieu of absence the employee doing work for the Union on one of their days of rest shall not be unreasonably withheld. (d) To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay, substitution pay where applicable, and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, incurred within 60 days the workday. Benefit costs are defined as 36% of receipt basic pay and substitution pay where applicable. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the invoiceEmployer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of leave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence absences shall not be unreasonably withheld. (e) Chief stewards leave of absence with current pay, benefits and without loss of seniority will be granted to one chief xxxxxxx for up to a combined maximum total of three days per year to deal with collective agreement related problems on the worksites within the contract area. Further leaves will be granted as required as per Clause 2.10(a)(2). The chief xxxxxxx shall be a member of the Joint Labour Management Committee.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Without pay - with reasonable written notice leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on the Bargaining Committee to attend meetings of the Union’s Bargaining Committee; (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board, the Labour Relations Board, or the Human Rights Tribunal; (5) to employees designated to sit as an observer on a bargaining committeeselection panel in accordance with Clause 12.2. (b) Long-term With Pay - leave of absence with basic pay and without pay shall loss of seniority will be granted to employees designated by three employee representatives of the Union on the Union's Bargaining Committee to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt carry on negotiations with the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsEmployer. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of the invoiceleave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld. (d) The Employer shall grant, on request, leave of absence without pay: (1) for employees selected for a full-time position with the Union for a period of one year; (2) for an employee elected to the position of President or Secretary-Treasurer of the B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union; (3) for an employee elected to any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year and the leave shall be renewed upon request. (e) Where employees are appointed by the Union as union representatives to joint union - employer committees as specified in this Agreement they shall be granted leave of absence without loss of basic pay to attend such meetings.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay and without loss of seniority shall be granted upon request for by the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsEmployer for: (1) to an An elected or appointed union representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected Elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for For employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeecommittee to attend meetings of the Committee; (4) Employees called by the Union to appear as a witness before an arbitration board. (5) Employees designated to sit as an observer on a selection panel in accordance with Clause 12.8. (b) Long-term leave Leave of absence without loss of pay or seniority shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation appointees who attend meetings of the departmentLabour-Management Committee. Such requests leave may include travel time within the workday where necessary. Time spent by designated committee members attending meetings held on their day of rest or outside their regularly-scheduled hours of work shall not be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of considered time worked but such committee members shall receive equivalent time off at the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsstraight-time rate. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay, substitution pay where applicable, and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, incurred within 60 days the workday. "Benefit costs" are defined as 36% of receipt basic pay and substitution pay where applicable. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the invoiceEmployer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of leave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence absences shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Without pay - with reasonable written notice leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on the Bargaining Committee to attend meetings of the Union’s Bargaining Committee; (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board, the Labour Relations Board, or the Human Rights Tribunal; (5) to employees designated to sit as an observer on a bargaining committeeselection panel in accordance with Clause 12.2. (b) Long-term With Pay - leave of absence with basic pay and without pay shall loss of seniority will be granted to employees designated by three employee representatives of the Union on the Union's Bargaining Committee to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt carry on negotiations with the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsEmployer. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of the invoiceleave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld. (d) The Employer shall grant, on request, leave of absence without pay: (1) for employees selected for a full-time position with the Union for a period of one year; (2) for an employee elected to the position of President or Secretary-Treasurer of the B.C. General Employees' Union; (3) for an employee elected to anybody to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year and the leave shall be renewed upon request. (e) Where employees are appointed by the Union as union representatives to joint union-employer committees as specified in this agreement they shall be granted leave of absence without loss of basic pay to attend such meetings.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Without Pay - Leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board. (b) With Pay - Leave of absence with basic pay and without loss of seniority will be granted: (1) to four (4) members selected by the sub local of the Union, who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining the negotiating committee.; however, the sub-local reserves the right to use one (1) additional person for technical information or advice who shall be covered by the provisions of this section; (b2) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to Where employees designated are appointed by the Union as union representatives to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless Joint Union/Management Committees as specified in this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance Agreement, to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted attend such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsmeetings. (c) When The Employer recognizes that due to the geographic remoteness of some of the areas served by the College it may be difficult for the President of the Union or his/her paid union representative to meet with employees outside normal working hours. In such areas, the President of the Union or his/her designate shall submit a request in writing to the appropriate Xxxx and Campus Administrator to meet with employees during working hours in their normal place of work. Subject to operational requirements, the Employer shall grant permission for such a meeting, the duration of the length of the meeting to be by mutual agreement between the Xxxx and the union representative. Attendance at such meetings shall be considered time worked. (d) To facilitate the administration of this section when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt absence granted under this article shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of the invoiceleave under this article. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause article shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Without Pay - with reasonable written notice leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeecommittee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board, the Labour Relations Board, or the Human Rights Tribunal; (5) to employees designated to sit as an observer on a selection panel in accordance with Clause 12.3. (b) Long-term With Pay - leave of absence with basic pay and without pay shall loss of seniority will be granted to four employees designated by who are representatives of the Union on the Union's Bargaining Committee to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt carry on negotiations with the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsEmployer. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of the invoiceleave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld. (d) The Employer shall grant, on request, leave of absence without pay: (1) for employees selected for a full-time position with the Union for a period of one year; (2) for an employee elected to the position of President or Secretary-Treasurer of the B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union; (3) for an employee elected to any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year and the leave shall be renewed upon request.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Upon the request of absence without pay Local 1245, The District shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliatedgrant employees, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay loss of compensation or other benefits to serve as stewards, officers or delegates of Local 1245, or of any statewide or national employee organization with which Local 1245 is affiliated. Local 1245 request may be for full-time, part-time, periodic, or on an intermittent basis, and shall be specified in the request. Requests shall be made at least two weeks in advance and directed to the General Manager, Labor Relations unless otherwise agreed to between The District and Local 1245. A regular employee appointed or elected to office in Local 1245 which requires all the employee's time shall be granted to employees designated a Union Leave of Absence, upon request of Local 1245, for a period not more than five (5) consecutive days; additional time may be approved by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt General Manager on a case by case basis and taking operational needs into consideration. During the operation leave, the District shall fund the retirement contributions required of the departmentDistrict as an employer and as specified in the MOU. Such requests The employee shall earn full service credit during the leave of absence and shall pay his or her contributions as specified in the memorandum of understanding or collective bargaining agreement Local 1245 shall reimburse the District for all compensation paid to the employee on leave unless otherwise specified by the collective bargaining agreement or memorandum of understanding. Reimbursement by Local 1245 shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 30 days of after receipt of the invoiceDistrict’s certification of payment of compensation to the employee. It is understood that employees granted The leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted provided under this clause section shall include sufficient travel timebe in addition to any leave to which public employees may be entitled by other laws or by this memorandum of understanding or collective bargaining agreement and shall not serve to invalidate any provision of this memorandum of understanding or collective bargaining agreement. At the conclusion or termination of the leave, the District shall reinstate the employee to the same position and work location held prior to the leave, or, if not feasible, a substantially similar position without loss of seniority, rank, or classification. The pay and benefits received District shall not be liable for any acts committed or omitted, or injuries suffered by the employee which occur during the course and reimbursed by scope of the Union employee’s leave under this article section. If held liable, Local 1245 shall be based on indemnify and hold harmless the number of hours District for any such acts. Local 1245 has no obligation to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to use leave under this section for an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration boardand may terminate that leave at any time, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witnessreason. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Without Pay -- Leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work areapremises of employment; (3) for employees faculty members who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee to attend meetings of the bargaining committee. (b) Long-term A regular faculty member who is on leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by in an elected or appointed position of the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionshave accrued seniority banked. (c) When With Pay -- Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted: (1) to faculty members who are representatives of the Union to leave their employment to carry on negotiations with the Employer; (2) to stewards, or their alternatives, to perform their duties pursuant to Section 2.5; (3) to faculty members called to appear as witnesses before an Arbitration Board. (4) Meetings between representatives of the Union and the Employer will be scheduled at times mutually agreeable to the Parties. Reasonable effort shall be made to hold such meetings at times that do not conflict with assigned duties. Where such meetings cannot be scheduled at times that do not conflict with assigned duties, the Employer will grant a leave of absence without loss of pay or other entitlements for the purpose of attending such meetings to the total equivalent of one-quarter full-time equivalent per annum. Where such leave is granted, the Employer will replace the faculty member as necessary. This clause may be utilized by the Union to ensure adequate representation by the Union with respect to issues that affect the Employer or the post-secondary system. To facilitate the administration of this provision, the Union will ensure that the Employer is advised of the eligible leaves to be taken. The Union may designate a person(s) who will be entitled to Union leave under this Article and will advise the Employer of the amount of the leave to be taken. The amount of the entitlement is one quarter (¼) of a full-time equivalent per annum, without loss of pay or other entitlement. Costs arising from this provision will not be charged against the program area of the participating union representative. This provision will not be utilized where existing Employer-paid release time arrangements exceed this one-quarter (¼) full-time equivalent entitlement. It is understood that faculty members granted leave-of-absence pursuant to Part this Article shall receive their current rate of pay while on leave of absence with pay. Leave of absence granted under this Article shall include sufficient travel time. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not unreasonably be withheld. To facilitate the administration of paragraph (a) or (b)of this section, when leave without pay is granted, the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for the appropriate salary and benefit costs, including travel time time, incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Without pay - with reasonable written notice leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on the Bargaining Committee to attend meetings of the Union’s Bargaining Committee; (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board, the Labour Relations Board, or the Human Rights Tribunal; (5) to employees designated to sit as an observer on a bargaining committeeselection panel in accordance with Clause 12.2. (b) Long-term With Pay - leave of absence with basic pay and without pay shall loss of seniority will be granted to employees designated by three employee representatives of the Union on the Union's Bargaining Committee to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt carry on negotiations with the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsEmployer. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of the invoiceleave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld. (d) The Employer shall grant, on request, leave of absence without pay: (1) for employees selected for a full-time position with the Union for a period of one year; (2) for an employee elected to the position of President or Secretary-Treasurer of the B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union; (3) for an employee elected to anybody to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year and the leave shall be renewed upon request. (e) Where employees are appointed by the Union as union representatives to joint union - employer committees as specified in this agreement they shall be granted leave of absence without loss of basic pay to attend such meetings.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Without Pay -- Leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work areapremises of employment; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee to attend meetings of the bargaining committee. (b) Long-term A regular employee who is on leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by in an elected or appointed position of the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionshave accrued seniority banked. (c) When With Pay -- Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted: (1) to employees who are representatives of the Union to leave their employment to carry on negotiations with the Employer; (2) to stewards, or their alternatives, to perform their duties pursuant to Section 2.5; (3) to employees called to appear as witnesses before an Arbitration Board. (4) Meetings between representatives of the Union and the Employer will be scheduled at times mutually agreeable to the Parties. Reasonable effort shall be made to hold such meetings at times that do not conflict with assigned duties. Where such meetings cannot be scheduled at times that do not conflict with assigned duties, the Employer will grant a leave of absence without loss of pay or other entitlements for the purpose of attending such meetings to the total equivalent of one-quarter full-time equivalent per annum. Where such leave is granted, the Employer will replace the employee as necessary. This clause may be utilized by the Union to ensure adequate representation by the Union with respect to issues that affect the Employer or the post-secondary system. To facilitate the administration of this provision, the Union will ensure that the Employer is advised of the eligible leaves to be taken. The Union may designate a person(s) who will be entitled to Union leave under this Article and will advise the Employer of the amount of the leave to be taken. The amount of the entitlement is one quarter (¼) of a full-time equivalent per annum, without loss of pay or other entitlement. Costs arising from this provision will not be charged against the program area of the participating union representative. This provision will not be utilized where existing Employer-paid release time arrangements exceed this one-quarter (¼) full-time equivalent entitlement. It is understood that employees granted leave-of-absence pursuant to Part this Article shall receive their current rate of pay while on leave of absence with pay. Leave of absence granted under this Article shall include sufficient travel time. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not unreasonably be withheld. To facilitate the administration of paragraph (a) or (b)of this section, when leave without pay is granted, the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for the appropriate salary and benefit costs, including travel time time, incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 twenty- one (21) days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeeBargaining Committee. (b) Long-Long term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union Union business for specific periods of not less than 21 twenty-one (21) days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 sixty (60) days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article Article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board arbitration board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 fourteen (14) days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (bc) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay and without loss of seniority shall be granted upon request for by the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsEmployer for: (1) to an An elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected Elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees Employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee to attend meetings of the committee; (4) Employees called by the Union to appear as a witness before an arbitration board. (5) Employees designated to sit as an observer on a selection panel in accordance with Clause 12.8. (b) Long-term leave Leave of absence without loss of pay or seniority shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation appointees who attend meetings of the departmentLabour Management Committee. Such requests leave may include travel time within the workday where necessary. Time spent by designated Committee Members attending meetings held on their day of rest or outside their regularly scheduled hours of work shall not be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted considered time worked but such leave of absence Committee Members shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsreceive equivalent time off at straight-time rate. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay, substitution pay where applicable, and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, incurred within 60 days the workday. Benefit costs are defined as 36% of receipt basic pay and substitution pay where applicable. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the invoiceEmployer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of leave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence absences shall not be unreasonably withheld. (d) Chief Stewards -leave of absence with current pay, benefits and without loss of seniority will be granted to one (1) chief xxxxxxx for up to a combined maximum total of three (3) days per year to deal with Collective Agreement related problems on the work sites within the contract area. Further leaves will be granted as required as per Clause 2.10(a)(2). The Chief Xxxxxxx shall be a member of the Joint Labour Management Committee.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌3.06.1 Leave of absence without loss of pay shall be granted to employees who are representatives of the Union on the bargaining committee (up to six (6) members of the bargaining unit) to carry on mutually scheduled negotiations with the Employer. (a) 3.06.2 Leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) ; for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business Union business, which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) premises of employment; and for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee to attend meetings of the bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. 3.06.3 Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause Article shall receive their current rates rate of pay while on leave of absence. Permission for the Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence Absence shall not be unreasonably withheld. Employees performing duties under Article 3.04 or on leave for union business shall be continued on the payroll, and shall be credited for all purposes including, but not limited to, service, seniority, wages, benefits, accruals, perquisites, qualification requirements and all rights to which they would be entitled if they were working their regular duties. In the case of employees on Leave pursuant to Article 3.06.2, when said leave without pay is granted, the Union shall reimburse the Employer for the wage and benefit costs incurred. In the case that the Union representative is a Casual or regular employee who was not previously scheduled to work, the Union shall advise the Employer of the hours to be credited to the employee for attending to union business and shall reimburse said costs. Invoices are payable within thirty (30) days upon receipt of the invoice.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Without pay - with reasonable written notice leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeecommittee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board, the Labour Relations Board, or the Human Rights Tribunal; (5) to employees designated to sit as an observer on a selection panel in accordance with Clause 12.2. (b) Long-term To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of the invoiceleave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld. (c) The Employer shall grant, on request, leave of absence without pay: (1) for employees selected for a full-time position with the Union for a period of one year; (2) for an employee elected to the position of President or Treasurer of the B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union. (3) for an employee elected to any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year and the leave shall be renewed upon request.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to for an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the departmentEmployer's operations. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) Provided qualified employees are available to replace the absent employee, long-term leave of absence without pay and without loss of seniority will be granted: (1) for employees elected for a full-time position with the Union for a period of one year; (2) for an employee elected to the position of President or Treasurer of the B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union for a period of three years; (3) for an employee elected to anybody to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year. (d) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (de) Leave of absence with without pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved involves the Employer. . (f) On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witnesswitnesses. (eg) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ ' notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a), (b) or (be) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌7.01 Subject to Clause 7.03, time off, without loss of regular earnings, will be provided to those Employees who have been designated as authorized Union representatives to conduct official Union business for the following purposes: (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request A Union Xxxxxxx and complainant for time spent investigating a complaint; and a Union Xxxxxxx and a grievor for time spent in discussing written grievances as outlined in the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the grievance procedure; and a Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to Xxxxxxx for time spent at a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeedisciplinary interview. (b) Long-term leave For time spent meeting with the University for meetings of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated the Joint Worksite Health and Safety Committee as provided by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights Occupational Health and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsSafety Act. (c) When Representatives of the Union will be allowed reasonable time off from work without loss of pay in order to meet with a representative of the University in connection with matters of mutual interest. (d) Monthly Union membership meetings may be held on University premises. The University shall be notified at least two (2) weeks prior to the day of the meeting. Union members may be granted up to two (2) hours from their regular duties to attend such meetings. Attendance at such meetings must be verified by the Union. The time off to attend Union meetings will start no earlier than 2:30 p.m. (e) Monthly Union Executive Meetings may be held on University premises. The University shall be notified at least one (1) week prior to the day of the meeting. Executive members may be granted up to two (2) hours from their regular duties to attend such meetings. The time off to attend Executive meetings will start no earlier than 2:30 p.m. 7.02 Time off without pay may be granted for other activities. Such requests will not be unreasonably denied. 7.03 Approval for time off is subject to the operational requirements of the University, and requires the prior approval of the immediate supervisor or designate. Such time off shall not be unreasonably denied. 7.04 To facilitate the administration of Clause 7.02, the University will grant the leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and invoice the Union for the Employee’s salary and applicable allowances, or the replacement salary costs, whichever is greater. The University shall bill the Union within thirty (30) calendar days of leave of absence and the Union shall reimburse make payment within thirty (30) calendar days of the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days date of receipt of the invoice. 7.05 The Chairperson of the Local shall be relieved of up to twenty (20%) percent of his regularly assigned duties to attend to Local Union business with no loss in pay. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant Time taken for such business should be planned in such a way as to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while minimize the effect on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay the Employee’s work unit, and benefits received should be approved in advance by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basisEmployee’s department supervisor. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌8.01 Time off with pay shall be provided on the following basis: (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request A grievor and/or his Union Xxxxxxx for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed time spent discussing proposed grievances with representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeeEmployer, as outlined in Article 21 -Grievance Procedure. (b) LongAuthorized Union Stewards/Representatives, and/or the Chairman of Local 071/002, for the time spent meeting with representatives of the Employer at the Employer's request and/or for Employer-term leave Union Relations as outlined in Article 22. 8.02 All time off granted to Union Stewards, Representatives and/or the Chairman for activities not defined in 8.01, must be approved in advance by the Supervisor, time out and time of absence return recorded, and time thus spent will be charged back to the Union at the Employee’s regular rate of pay. 8.03 Time off without pay shall be granted to employees designated by provided on the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation following basis: (a) Members of the department. Such requests shall be made Local Negotiating Committee, not to exceed four (4) in writing sufficiently number, for the time spent in advance to minimize disruption negotiations with representatives of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights Employer, and privileges accumulated for preparatory meetings prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate and during such leave and shall apply negotiations not to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsexceed five (5) negotiating members in number. (cb) When leave Employees who attend courses or seminars provided by the head office of absence The Alberta Union of Provincial Employees; or Members who by election, selection, or designation attend meetings and/or conventions affiliated with The Alberta Union of Provincial Employees. 8.04 Time off without pay shall be provided to Members for activities defined in Clause 8.03 provided, however, advance notice in writing is granted pursuant given to Part the Employee's immediate supervisor at least one (a1) week, or (b), as is reasonably possible in advance of the activity. Such request for leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse approved by the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days providing operational requirements permit. 8.05 To facilitate the administration requirements permit of receipt Clause 8.03 of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writingArticle, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by Employer will grant the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided invoice the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required Union for the attendance of any witnessEmployee's salary or for the replacement salary costs, whichever is the greater. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Without Pay -- Leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work areapremises of employment; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee to attend meetings of the bargaining committee. (b) Long-term A regular employee who is on leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by in an elected or appointed position of the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionshave accrued seniority banked. (c) When With Pay -- Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted: (1) to employees who are representatives of the Union to leave their employment to carry on negotiations with the Employer; (2) to stewards, or their alternatives, to perform their duties pursuant to Section 2.5; (3) to employees called to appear as witnesses before an Arbitration Board. (4) Meetings between representatives of the Union and the Employer will be scheduled at times mutually agreeable to the Parties. Reasonable effort shall be made to hold such meetings at times that do not conflict with assigned duties. Where such meetings cannot be scheduled at times that do not conflict with assigned duties, the Employer will grant a leave of absence without loss of pay or other entitlements for the purpose of attending such meetings to the total equivalent of one-quarter full-time equivalent per annum. Where such leave is granted, the Employer will replace the employee as necessary. This clause may be utilized by the Union to ensure adequate representation by the Union with respect to issues that affect the Employer or the post-secondary system. To facilitate the administration of this provision, the Union will ensure that the Employer is advised of the eligible leaves to be taken. The Union may designate a person(s) who will be entitled to Union leave under this Article and will advise the Employer of the amount of the leave to be taken. The amount of the entitlement is one quarter (¼) of a full-time equivalent per annum, without loss of pay or other entitlement. Costs arising from this provision will not be charged against the program area of the participating union representative. This provision will not be utilized where existing Employer-paid release time arrangements exceed this one-quarter (¼) full-time equivalent entitlement. It is understood that employees granted leave-of-absence pursuant to Part this Article shall receive their current rate of pay while on leave of absence with pay. Leave of absence granted under this Article shall include sufficient travel time. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not unreasonably be withheld. To facilitate the administration of paragraph (a) or (b)of this section, when leave without pay is granted, the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for the appropriate salary and benefit costs, including travel time time, incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Without pay - with reasonable written notice leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeecommittee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board, the Labour Relations Board, or the Human Rights Tribunal; (5) to employees designated to sit as an observer on a selection panel in accordance with Clause 12.1. (b) Long-term With Pay - leave of absence with basic pay and without pay shall loss of seniority will be granted to two employees designated by , as per Article 7.2, to carry on negotiations with the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsEmployer. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of the invoiceleave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld. (d) The Employer shall grant, on request, leave of absence without pay: (1) for employees selected for a position with the Union for a period of one year; (2) for an employee elected to the position of President or Secretary-Treasurer of the B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union. (3) for an employee elected to any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year and the leave shall be renewed upon request.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employeremployer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 twenty-one (21) days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeeBargaining Committee. (b) Long-Long term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union Union business for specific periods of not less than 21 twenty-one (21) days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the departmentprogram. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the departmentprogram. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments vacations and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 thirty (30) days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article Article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employeremployer. On application, the Arbitration Board arbitration board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Without pay - with reasonable written notice leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeecommittee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board, the Labour Relations Board, or the Human Rights Tribunal; (5) to employees designated to sit as an observer on a selection panel in accordance with Clause 12.3. (b) Long-term With Pay - leave of absence with basic pay and without pay shall loss of seniority will be granted to three (3) employees designated by who are representatives of the Union on the Union's Bargaining Committee to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt carry on negotiations with the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsCommission. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer Commission for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the Commission with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of the invoiceleave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel timewith pay. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer Commission agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld. (d) The Commission shall grant, on request, leave of absence without pay: (1) for employees selected for a full-time position with the Union for a period of one (1) year; (2) for an employee elected to the position of President or Secretary-Treasurer of the B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union. (3) for an employee elected to any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one (1) year and the leave shall be renewed upon request.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Subject to operational requirements and with reasonable advance notice, leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for or elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work areapremises of employment; (3) for or employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeethe Bargaining Committee of the Employer, to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (4) leave for negotiations with the Employer; (5) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board or any other labour relations body; (6) to stewards to maintain all bulletin boards and binders. (b) Leave of absence without loss of pay and with seniority will be granted: (1) to stewards, or their alternates, to perform their duties pursuant to Clause 2.6 - Recognition and Rights of Stewards; (2) to employees appointed by the Union as union representatives to attend joint labour/management committee meetings during their working hours. (c) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c1) When For employees selected for a full-time position with the Union or any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year; (2) For an employee elected to the position of President or Treasurer of the B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union. (d) The Union and the employee will make every effort to provide a minimum of 14 working days' notice for leave requirements to facilitate scheduling of absence both clients and employees. To facilitate the administration of (a) above, when leave without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with without loss of pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer within 30 calendar days of receipt of the invoice for the appropriate salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ 7.01 The Employer shall grant leave of absence with pay to employees representing the Union in accordance with the following provisions: (a) In the event that employees are elected to the negotiating committee for the Union, they shall be granted leave, at their regular rate of pay, for the purpose of attending joint collective bargaining, conciliation or mediation meetings in the establishment of a new Collective Agreement. It is understood that no more than two (2) employees from the Union will be granted leave with pay for the purpose of attending said meetings on behalf of the Union and that the Employer will be advised in writing of the names of the elected employees at least thirty (30) calendar days prior to the earliest opening date of the Collective Agreement. (b) If an accredited representative of the Union is required to investigate or meet with Employer representatives or attend a hearing to discuss a grievance during working hours, they shall be granted leave with pay subject to suitable arrangements with their immediate supervisor concerning their own work responsibilities. If the employee who is grieving is required to attend a hearing, they shall be granted leave with pay. 7.02 Leave of absence with pay for other matters of mutual concern may be granted at the discretion of the Employer. 7.03 Leave of absence with pay shall be made for those hours the employee normally would have worked had they not been required to meet with representatives of the Employer. 7.04 Leave of absence without pay for full-time Union employment shall be granted upon request under the following conditions. In the event that an employee becomes a full-time official of the Union, they shall be granted leave of absence for the reasons set purpose of carrying out below unless it the duties of their office and shall retain their seniority as if they had remained in continuous employment therein. They shall have the right, at any time, upon giving one (1) months’ notice, to return to the same position, if available, or to a comparable position or to such other position to which they may be promoted by reason of seniority and ability. Such an employee shall make regular contributions to the CSU 52 Pension fund, and all employee benefits, participating in same as would unduly interrupt a permanent employee of the Employer. Their contributions to these benefits shall be based on their earnings during their full-time employment with the Union, who shall pay the Employer's operations: (1) portion, making due allowance for changes in their marital status and number of dependents. Employees without reversion rights to an elected positions within the jurisdiction of CSU 52, shall have the right to choose whether or appointed representative of the Union not to attend conventions of the Union hold membership in and bodies to which the Union is affiliatedhave dues deducted by, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeeCSU 52. (b) Long-term 7.05 An employee elected as a delegate to Union conventions, seminars or training sessions, shall be granted leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by pay, providing adequate coverage is maintained in the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsoperating unit. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Subject to operational requirements and with reasonable advance notice, leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) or for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union uUnion business which requires them to leave their general work areapremises of employment; (3) or for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeethe Bargaining Committee of the Employer, to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (4) leave for negotiations with the Employer; (5) to for employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board or any other labour relations body; (6) to stewards to maintain all bulletin boards and binders. (b) Leave of absence without loss of pay and without loss of with seniority will be granted: (1) to stewards, or their alternates, to perform their duties pursuant to Clause 2.67 Recognition and Rights of Stewards; (2) to employees appointed by the Union as union representatives to attend joint labour/management committee Labour/Management Committee meetings during their working hours. (c) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c1) When For employees selected for a full-time position with the Union or any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year to be extended upon request; (2) For an employee elected to the position of President or Treasurer of the B.C. General Employees' Union. (d) The Union and the employee will make every effort to provide a minimum of 14 working days' notice for leave requirements to facilitate scheduling of absence both clients and employees. To facilitate the administration of Clause 2.11(a) above, when leave without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with without loss of pay and benefits and the Union shall reimburse the Employer within 30 calendar days of receipt of the invoice for the appropriate salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations. The Union will provide a minimum of 14 days’ advance notice of such leaves: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made with a minimum advance notice of two weeks in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the departmentagency. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 28 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basisUnion. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved involves the Employer. On applicationIf the Union is calling the employee as a witness, it shall reimburse the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required Employer for the attendance of any witnesstime spent on leave, in accordance with (c) above. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay and without loss of seniority shall be granted upon request for by the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsEmployer for: (1) to an An elected or appointed union representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected Elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for For employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeecommittee to attend meetings of the Committee; (4) Employees called by the Union to appear as a witness before an arbitration board. (5) Employees designated to sit as an observer on a selection panel in accordance with Clause 12.8. (b) Long-term leave Leave of absence without loss of pay or seniority shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation appointees who attend meetings of the departmentLabour-Management Committee. Such requests leave may include travel time within the workday where necessary. Time spent by designated committee members attending meetings held on their day of rest or outside their regularly-scheduled hours of work shall not be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of considered time worked but such committee members shall receive equivalent time off at the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsstraight-time rate. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay, substitution pay where applicable, and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, incurred within 60 days the workday. "Benefit costs" are defined as 36% of receipt basic pay and substitution pay where applicable. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the invoiceEmployer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of leave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence absences shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Subject to operational requirements and with reasonable advance notice, leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations:as follows. Such leaves shall not be unreasonably withheld. (1) to To an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for For elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are To representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeethe Bargaining Committee of the Employer to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (4) To employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board or the Labour Relations Board. (b) Long-term Subject to operational requirements and with reasonable advance notice, leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted to as follows. Such leave shall not be unreasonably withheld. (1) For employees designated by elected for a full-time position with the Union for a period of one year; (2) For an employee elected to transact union business for specific periods the position of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation President or Secretary-Treasurer of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union for a period of three years; (3) For an employee elected to minimize disruption any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leaveone year. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave leaves in (b)(1), (2) and (3) and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, pay increments and promotions, but shall not apply to RRSP and/or annual vacation entitlements. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, and the Union has approved payment, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for all related salary and benefit benefits costs, including travel time incurred, . The Union will endeavour to pay submitted invoices within 60 30 days of receipt of the invoicereceipt. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writingWhere possible, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of not less than 14 days’ notice days prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheldthis clause.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ ‌ The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (ab) or (c) below. The Employer agrees that any of the leaves of absence below shall not be unreasonably withheld. Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work areapremises of employment; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board or any other labour relations body. Leave of absence without loss of pay and with seniority will be granted: (1) to stewards or their alternates, to perform their duties pursuant to Clause 2.6 - Recognition and Rights of Stewards; (2) to employees appointed by the Union as union representatives to attend joint labour/management committee meetings during their working hours. Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c1) When for employees selected for a full-time position with the Union or any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year; (2) for an employee elected to the position of President or Treasurer of the B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union, the leave shall be for a period of absence three years; Such leave shall be renewed upon the request of the Union. To facilitate the administration of (b) above, when leave without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Employees may request unpaid leave to conduct union business. Employees requesting leave under this clause will provide the Employer with as much advance notice as possible of the dates of the leave and not fewer than 14 days' notice to the commencement of the leave. (b) Subject to operational requirements and with reasonable advanced written notice, leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for to employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee.committee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (b4) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated called by the Union to transact union business appear as witnesses before an arbitration board or the Labour Relations Board; (5) for specific periods employees elected for a full-time position with the Union for a period of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt one year; (6) for an employee elected to the operation position of president or treasurer of the department. Such requests B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union; (7) for an employee elected to anybody to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year, and the leave shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the departmentrenewed for an additional 12 months. Employees granted such The leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. not exceed 24 months. (c) Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave leaves listed in (a) above, and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments vacations and promotions. (cd) When To facilitate the administration of this clause, when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, and the Union has approved payment, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for all related salary and benefit benefits costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice endeavour to minimize disruption pay submitted invoices within 30 days of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheldreceipt.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Without Pay - with reasonable written notice leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeecommittee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board, the Labour Relations Board, or the Human Rights Tribunal; (5) to employees designated to sit as an observer on a selection panel in accordance with Clause 12.3. (b) Long-term With Pay - leave of absence with basic pay and without pay shall loss of seniority will be granted to three employees designated by who are representatives of the Union on the Union's Bargaining Committee to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt carry on negotiations with the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsAuthority. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer Authority for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the Authority with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of the invoiceleave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel timewith pay. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer Authority agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld. (d) The Authority shall grant, on request, leave of absence without pay: (1) for employees selected for a full-time position with the Union for a period of one year; (2) for an employee elected to the position of President or Treasurer of the B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union; (3) for an employee elected to any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year and the leave shall be renewed upon request.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Without Pay - Leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt providing the Employer's operationswork requirements will allow for such leave: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeecommittee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board or the Labour Relations Board; and (5) for up to three (3) employees who are representatives of the Union's Bargaining Committee to carry on negotiations with the Employer. (b) Long-term leave With Pay - Leave of absence without loss of pay or seniority shall be granted to employees designated who are appointed by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation as members of the departmentLabour/Management Committee. Such requests Time spent by committee members attending Labour/Management meetings held on their day of rest or outside their regularly scheduled hours of work shall not be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsconsidered time worked. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given provided by the Employer with basic pay and to the employee. The Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including any travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absencetime. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovethis clause. The Employer shall respond to the request for leave of absence under this clause as expeditiously as possible. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (4) For employees elected to a full-time position with the Union or any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year, which may be renewed upon request. Such requests shall not be unreasonably denied. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌Arbitration Hearing (a) Leave of absence without 12.01 At the Union’s request the Employer will grant leave with pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative any employee whose presence is essential to representation of the Union before an Arbitration hearing Employee called as a Witness. 12.02 The Employer will grant leave with pay to attend conventions a witness called by an employee who is party to the grievance for the actual time that an employee is required as a witness. 12.03 Where an employee and his/her Representative are involved in the process of the Union investigation, preparing, and bodies to which the Union is affiliatedinitial presentation of his/her grievance, they each will be granted leave with pay to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence;two working days. (2) 12.04 The Employer shall grant leave with pay to two employee Representatives for elected or appointed the purpose of attending contract negotiations on behalf of the Union for the duration of such negotiations. 12.05 The Employer will grant leave with pay to employees who have been invited to attend a meeting with management as representatives of the Union. 12.06 Where operational requirements and circumstances permit leave without pay for a maximum of 10 working days in any fiscal year will be granted for the conduct or transaction of any and all union business. Such leave shall not be unreasonably denied. 12.07 Any employee holding an elected position in the Union shall be granted leave without pay reimbursable to attend the Employer for the length of time necessary to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives perform the duties of the Union on position. Leave for Elected Officers 12.08 Employees elected to full-time paid positions with the Nunavut Employees Union, or as PSAC Regional Executive Vice-President for the North, shall be granted a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay for the term of office. The employee's seniority shall be granted to employees designated by maintained but will not accrue during the Union to transact union business for specific periods leave of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt absence. At the operation conclusion of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance leave of absence, the employee will return to minimize disruption the same or a comparable position to that which the employee held at the commencement of the departmentleave. Employees granted such Sick leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated credits earned prior to obtaining such leavethe leave will be credited to the employee and other applicable benefits will be reinstated with the Employer. Seniority The Employer shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply pay to such provisions as annual vacationsemployees their applicable salaries and benefits in accordance with the terms of the Collective Agreement. Upon invoice by the Hamlet, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit all associated costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 twenty-one (21) days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeeBargaining Committee. (b) Long-Long term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union Union business for specific periods of not less than 21 twenty-one (21) days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 sixty (60) days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article Article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board arbitration board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 fourteen (14) days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌7.01 Subject to Clause 7.03, time off, without loss of regular earnings, will be provided to those Employees who have been designated as authorized Union representatives to conduct official Union business for the following purposes: (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request A Union Xxxxxxx and complainant for time spent investigating a complaint; and a Union Xxxxxxx and a grievor for time spent in discussing written grievances as outlined in the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the grievance procedure; and a Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to Xxxxxxx for time spent at a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeedisciplinary interview. (b) Long-term leave For time spent meeting with the University for meetings of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated the Joint Worksite Health and Safety Committee as provided by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights Occupational Health and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsSafety Act. (c) When Representatives of the Union will be allowed reasonable time off from work without loss of pay in order to meet with a representative of the University in connection with matters of mutual interest. (d) Monthly Union membership meetings may be held on University premises. The University shall be notified at least two (2) weeks prior to the day of the meeting. Union members may be granted up to two (2) hours from their regular duties to attend such meetings. Attendance at such meetings must be verified by the Union. The time off to attend Union meetings will start no earlier than 2:30 p.m. (e) Monthly Union Executive Meetings may be held on University premises. The University shall be notified at least one (1) week prior to the day of the meeting. Executive members may be granted up to two (2) hours from their regular duties to attend such meetings. The time off to attend Executive meetings will start no earlier than 2:30 p.m. 7.02 Time off without pay may be granted for other activities. Such requests will not be unreasonably denied. 7.03 Approval for time off is subject to the operational requirements of the University, and requires the prior approval of the immediate supervisor or designate. Such time off shall not be unreasonably denied. 7.04 To facilitate the administration of Clause 7.02, the University will grant the leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and invoice the Union for the Employee’s salary and applicable allowances, or the replacement salary costs, whichever is greater. The University shall bill the Union within thirty (30) calendar days of leave of absence and the Union shall reimburse make payment within thirty (30) calendar days of the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days date of receipt of the invoice. 7.05 The Chairperson of the Local shall be relieved of up to twenty (20) percent of his regularly assigned duties to attend to Local Union business with no loss in pay. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant Time taken for such business should be planned in such a way as to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while minimize the effect on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay the Employee’s work unit, and benefits received should be approved in advance by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basisEmployee’s department supervisor. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Without pay - Leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees four (4) Employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee.the Bargaining Committee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (4) to Employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an Arbitration Board or the Labour Relations Board of B.C.; (b) Long-term leave With pay - Leave of absence with basic pay, and without pay shall loss of seniority will be granted granted: (1) for four (4) Employees who are appointed members of the Union's Bargaining Committee to employees designated carry on the negotiations with the Employer; (2) to Employees appointed by the Union as Union representatives to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless joint Union/Management Committees as specified in this would unduly interrupt the operation Agreement to attend meetings of the department. Such requests shall be made Committees; (3) to Employees designated to sit as an observer on a Selection Panel in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsaccordance with Article 11.3. (c) When Where an Employee has his/her days of annual leave displaced for reasons contained in Article 2.10(a)(3) and (4) and 2.10(b)(1) (2), those days shall be rescheduled at a later date by mutual agreement between the Employer and the Employee. Where rescheduling is not possible within the calendar year, a carryover of absence five (5) displaced days shall be granted by the Employer in addition to the entitlement in Article 17.8. The balance of displaced leave shall be paid out or may be carried over by mutual agreement. To facilitate the administration of this Article when leave without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt of the invoiceabsence under this article shall include sufficient travel time. It is understood that employees Employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause Article shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employerpay. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovethis Article. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave When it is necessary for a Union member to make a request for a leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for to perform the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative duties of any office of the Union Union, the application for leave must be made in writing to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliatedapplicable Manager for approval. The application for leave will be made in writing with as much advance notice as possible. Where possible, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; four (4) weeks advance notice, but not less than two (2) for elected advance notice will be provided, except that in extenuating circumstances the time factor may be waived or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeereduced. (b) Long-term Subject to operational requirements, the Employer shall not unreasonably withhold union leave of absence without pay shall be granted requests for Employees elected or appointed to employees designated by represent the Union at Conventions, Workshops, Institutes, Seminars, Schools or to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation attend meetings as a member of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsUnion’s Provincial or Executive Board. (c) When To facilitate the administration of union leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)as provided within this Collective Agreement where union leave has been granted, the leave Employer will continue the salary, plus any shift differential and/or weekend premium the Employee would have been paid had she been at work during such leave. In turn, the Employer shall invoice the Union and shall be given with pay reimbursed for the actual salary plus any shift differential and/or weekend premium paid to the Employee or for the replacement salary costs, whichever is greater, plus an amount determined by the Employer to cover the costs of benefits and administration of which the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basispromptly pay. (d) Leave One (1) Employee who is elected for a Full-time position with the Union shall be granted leave of absence with without pay and without loss of seniority will be granted for a period of up to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employertwo (2) years. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of Such leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheldrenewable for further term upon requests. If it is permissible under the Employee Benefits Plans the Employee shall have the right to pay the full cost, including the Employer’s share, during the period of such leave of absence. Such payments will be provided to the Employer by post-dated cheque(s).

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay 43.01 An employee who has filed a grievance in accordance with the grievance procedure, Article 14, shall be granted upon time off work with pay when a grievance hearing is held, including adjudication. 43.02 At the written request for of the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative Union, employees who are members of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term Negotiating Committee shall be allowed leave of absence without pay shall be granted to perform the duties of that committee. The Union will submit written notification at least two (2) weeks prior to the proposed leave if possible. 43.03 At the written request of the Union with at least two (2) weeks advance notice, the Employer shall, subject to operational requirements, grant leave of absence without loss of seniority, to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods the purpose of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt attending Union Meetings and Conventions. 43.04 An employee who is elected or selected for a full-time position with the operation of the department. Such requests Union shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence without pay by the Employer, without loss of accrued benefits, for a period of up to two (2) years. Such leave may be extended for a further period of up to two (2) years or more at the request of the employee. Such request shall retain all rights not be unreasonably denied. Such leave shall be subject to the following conditions: (a) At least sixty (60) calendar days notice of intention to return to work shall be given to the Employer. (b) The employee shall be returned to their previously held position subject to Article 31 (Xxxxxx and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsRecall). (c) When leave The Employer will pay any period of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay orientation required and the Union shall will reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basisEmployer. (d) Leave During the period of absence with leave, the employee may, if permissible under the relevant plan(s) continue their contribution and as well pay and without loss that of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union employee’s seniority shall continue to accrue. (f) The employee maintains but does not accrue sick leave, vacation leave or non-instructional time benefits. This Article is not intended to provide greater privileges or benefits than those which would have been enjoyed had the employee not been so elected or selected. 43.05 In the case of leaves pursuant to Articles 43.02 and 43.03 the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption will maintain the salary and benefits of the operation employee and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to invoice the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheldUnion for reimbursement.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Without Pay - with reasonable written notice leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee.committee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (b4) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated called by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt appear as witnesses before an arbitration board, the operation of Labour Relations Board, or the departmentHuman Rights Tribunal; (5) to employees designated to sit as an observer on a selection panel in accordance with Clause 12. 1. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such With Pay - leave of absence shall retain all rights with basic pay and privileges accumulated prior without loss of seniority will be granted to obtaining such leavetwo employees to sit on the Bargaining Committee to carry on negotiations with the Employer. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall will be given with basic pay and the Union shall will reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt absence granted under this clause will include sufficient travel time. The Union will provide the Employer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of the invoiceleave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall will receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall will not be unreasonably withheld. The Employer will grant, on request, leave of absence without pay: (1) for employees selected for a full-time position with the Union for a period of one year; (2) for an employee elected to the position of president or Treasurer of the B.C. General Employees' Union; (3) for an employee elected to any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year and the leave will be renewed upon request.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave When it is necessary for a Union member to make a request for a leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for to perform the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative duties of any office of the Union to attend conventions local chapter or of the Union and bodies parent association, the application for leave must be made in writing to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) Employer for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeeapproval. (b) Long-term The Employer shall not unreasonably withhold leave of absence absence, without pay shall be granted pay, for Employees elected or appointed to employees designated by represent the Union at Conventions, Workshops, Institutes, Seminars, and Schools or to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation attend meetings as a member of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance Union's Provincial Executive Board or to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsconduct other union business. (c) When To facilitate the administration of union leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)as provided within this Collective Agreement where union leave has been granted, the leave Employer will continue the salary, plus any shift differential and/ or weekend premium the Employee would have been paid had she been at work during such leave. In turn, the Employer shall invoice the Union and shall be given with pay reimbursed for the actual salary plus any shift differential and/ or weekend premium paid to the Employee or for the replacement salary costs, whichever is greater, plus an amount determined by the Employer to cover the costs of benefits and administration of which the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basispromptly pay. (d) Leave One (1) Employee who is elected for a full-time position with the Union shall be granted leave of absence with without pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as for a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employermaximum period of two (2) years. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of Such leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheldrenewable for a further term upon request. If it is permissible under the Group RSP and Group Life plan and any other Employee Benefits plans, the Employee shall have the right to pay the full cost, including the Employer's share, during the period of such leave of absence.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Without Pay - leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires require them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeecommittee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee. (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board, the Public Service Appeal Board, or the Labour Relations Board. (5) for employees selected for a full-time position with the Union for a period of one year. (6) for an employee elected to the position of President or Treasurer of the B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union. (7) for an employee elected to any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year and the leave will be renewed upon request. (b) Long-term With pay - leave of absence with basic pay, substitution pay where applicable, and without pay shall loss of seniority will be granted to three employees designated by who are representatives of the Union on the Union's Bargaining Committee to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt carry on negotiations with the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsEmployer. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall will be given with basic pay, substitution pay where applicable, and the Union shall will reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. . (d) It is understood that employees granted leave grantedleave of absence pursuant to this clause shall will receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. absence with pay. (e) Leave of absence granted under this clause shall will include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ withtwo weeks' notice prior to the commencement of commencementof the leave under (a) or (b) abovethis clause. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall absences will not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave As operational requirements permit, leave of absence without pay and without loss of seniority shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a Bargaining Committee to attend meetings of the bargaining committee; (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board or the Labour Relations Board. (b) Long-term A leave of absence without loss pay shall be granted to employees designated by one (1) employee, who is elected to the Union Bargaining Committee while they are at formal meetings to transact union business for specific periods carry on contract negotiations with the Employer. Overtime premiums shall not be payable in relation to such leaves of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt absence. In order to expedite the operation of process as much as possible, the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance Union and the Employer agree to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights exchange both monetary and privileges accumulated non-monetary proposals at least two (2) weeks prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue the meetings scheduled to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsdiscuss those proposals. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with current pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice (at least two (2) weeks except in emergencies) prior to the commencement of receipt of the invoiceleave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence absences shall not be unreasonably withheld. No overtime bonuses will be paid.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay and without loss of seniority shall be granted upon request for by the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsEmployer for: (1) to an An elected or appointed Union representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected Elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for For employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeeBargaining Committee to attend meetings of the Committee; (4) Employees called by the Union to appear as a witness before an arbitration board. (5) Employees designated to sit as an observer on a selection panel in accordance with Clause 12.8. (b) Long-term leave Leave of absence without loss of pay or seniority shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation appointees who attend meetings of the departmentLabour-Management Committee. Such requests leave may include travel time within the workday where necessary. Time spent by designated Committee Members attending meetings held on their day of rest or outside their regularly scheduled hours of work shall not be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of considered time worked but such Committee Members shall receive equivalent time off at the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsstraight-time rate. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this Clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay, substitution pay where applicable, and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, incurred within 60 days the workday. Benefit costs are defined as thirty-six percent (36%) of receipt basic pay and substitution pay where applicable. Leave of absence granted under this Clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the invoiceEmployer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of leave under this Clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause Clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence absences shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Without Pay - leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee to attend meetings of the bargaining committee.; (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board, or the Labour Relations Board; (b) Long-term With Pay - leave of absence with basic pay, substitution pay where applicable, and without pay shall loss of seniority will be granted to three (3) employees designated by who are representatives of the Union on the Union's bargaining committee to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt carry on negotiations with the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsEmployer. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay, substitution pay where applicable, and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of the invoiceleave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence absences shall not be unreasonably withheld. (d) With Pay - Leave of absence with basic pay, substitution pay where applicable, and without loss of seniority, will be granted to one (1) chief xxxxxxx, for any reasonable request, up to a maximum of six (6) days per year to deal with Collective Agreement-related problems on the worksites.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave As operational requirements permit, leave of absence without pay and without loss of seniority shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeecommittee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee and to carry on negotiations with the Employer; (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board or the Labour Relations Board; (5) to three employees who are elected to the Union Bargaining Committee while they are at formal meetings to carry on negotiations with the Employer. Overtime premiums will not be payable in relation to such leaves; (6) for one employee per bargaining unit elected to a full-time position with the Union for a period of one year: (i) for an employee elected to the position of President or Treasurer of the BC Government and Service Employees' Union; (ii) for an employee elected to any body affiliated for a period of one year and the leave may be renewed upon request. (b) Long-term The Employer shall grant, on written request, leave of absence without pay shall be granted and without loss of seniority: (1) for employees to seek election in a municipal, provincial, federal, First Nations or other Aboriginal election for a maximum period of 90 days; (2) for employees designated by the Union elected to transact union business a public office for specific periods a maximum period of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsone year. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of receipt of the invoiceleave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence absences shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌7.01 If requirements of Clauses 7.02 and 7.03 below are met, a Union representative appointed under Article 6 shall not suffer any loss of pay as a result of undertaking the following responsibilities on behalf of the Union during regularly scheduled work time: (a) Leave Investigating a grievance or complaint of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrenceurgent nature; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted Attending scheduled meeting with management to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions.present a grievance; (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt Attending a meeting of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted Labour-Management Relations Committee under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis.Article 45; (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as Attending a witness hearing before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Canada Labour Relations Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness.concerning this collective agreement; (e) The Representing the Union at a meeting called by management; (f) Attending meetings with a conciliation officer or conciliation board under the Canada Labour Relations Board concerning this collective agreement. 7.02 A Union representative shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice obtain permission from their immediate supervisor before leaving their work to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that carry out any of the above leaves of absence responsibilities under Clause 7.01, which permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. 7.03 Only one Union representative at one time may undertake any of the responsibilities listed in Clause 7.01 during work time, unless the Employer has specifically requested the involvement of more than one Union representative. 7.04 An employee shall not suffer any loss of pay as a result of: (a) Attending scheduled meeting with management to deal with a grievance filed by the employee; (b) Appearing as a witness for the Employer at any arbitration hearing or a hearing of a conciliation officer, a conciliation board, or the Canada Labour Relations Board, or (c) Appearing as a witness at a hearing of a conciliation officer, a conciliation board or the Canada Labour Relations Board at the request of such board. 7.05 An employee who is a grievor or a witness for the Union shall be given leave without pay to attend an arbitration hearing under Article 31. 7.06 An employee who is a witness at a hearing of a conciliation officer, a conciliation board or the Canada Labour Relations Board concerning this collective agreement other than under Xxxxxx 7.04 (b) or (c) shall be given leave without pay to attend that portion of the hearing necessary to give evidence. 7.07 Where operational requirements permit, the Employer will grant leave without pay to a maximum of two employees for the purpose of attending contract negotiation meetings on behalf of the Union. For all purposes besides pay, this time shall be deemed to be time worked by employees. 7.08 If the employee was granted leave without pay to attend the initial contract negotiation meeting on behalf of the Union, the employee shall, notwithstanding the limit of two employees in Clause 7.07, be granted leave without pay in accordance with Clause 7.07 to attend subsequent contract negotiation meetings. Leave granted under this Article shall be counted as hours worked for the purposes of seniority under Article 25 to a maximum of hours the employee would have otherwise worked. 7.09 In addition to leave without pay described in Clause 7.07, a Union representative may be granted up to ten days leave without pay per fiscal year on the same terms set out in Clause

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 14 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 14 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted to an employee designated by the Union for the purpose of collective bargaining. Seniority and all benefits shall accumulate during such leave. (d) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or ), (b), or (c) the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (de) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (ef) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a), (b) or (bc) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheldwithheld and a response to the leave request shall not be unreasonably delayed. (g) Any denial of a leave of absence related to this article shall be provided in writing electronically to the employee at the time the leave is denied stating the reasons for the denial. Any grievance related to such a denial may be submitted directly to Step 3 of the grievance process.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌12.1 An employee elected as Business Manager of the local Union representing employees covered by this Agreement may request leave of absence as provided by the options following: (a) Leave Upon written application to the President of absence without pay the Company, such employee shall be granted upon request leave for the reasons set out below unless term of office. The employee’s position shall be filled on a temporary basis for such term of office i) Such Business Manager granted leave without pay will be responsible for maintaining pension contributions, as well as all other benefits, in keeping with the rules and the regulations that are applicable to these benefits; or b) The Business Manager shall be granted temporary leave without pay for the purpose of attending to Union business. Where it would unduly interrupt is possible, notice of such leave shall be provided not less than forty-eight (48) hours in advance of such leave to allow the Employer's operations:Company sufficient time to provide relief if necessary. Such leave will be a specific period of time whenever possible. When not possible to provide a specific period, a twenty-four (24) hour advance notice of return shall be given. (1i) Such employee granted leave without pay will be responsible for maintaining pension contributions, as well as other benefits in keeping with the rules and the regulations that are applicable to an elected or appointed representative of these benefits. 12.2 The Business Manager, returning from a leave under Article 12.1(a) shall advise the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; Company at least two (2) for elected or appointed representatives weeks in advance of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave date of return of service and shall resume their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of former position if it exists. In the Union on event the former position no longer exists, the employee shall make a bargaining committeechoice in keeping with Article 15. (b) Long-term 12.3 Upon reasonable notice leave of absence without pay pay, for not more than five (5) employees unless mutually agreed, shall be granted for the purpose of attending Union functions such as conventions, schools and seminars or attending to employees designated by other Union business at the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation request of the departmentBusiness Manager. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority agreement will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld. 12.4 When Union members are on approved leave for official Union business, the Company will continue them on payroll for the period, and subsequently bill the Union for the wages, Northern Living Differential, and Company portion of statutory deductions such CPP, Employment Insurance, WCB, pension, and health and welfare premiums. 12.5 Local Union Shop Stewards may investigate and settle grievances, and attend Labour/Management meetings when required, at their headquarters during working hours for a reasonable length of time during the day. Notification must be given to their immediate Supervisor and approval shall be subject to service requirements and confirmation from the other Supervisor concerned that the employee(s) involved is available. Such time granted shall be without loss of pay. 12.6 Leave for the purpose of collective bargaining for the Union bargaining team will be requested in writing with a minimum of six (6) weeks’ notice. 12.7 The Company agrees to continue regular payment of wages for the Union bargaining committee members, who are employees of the Company, during periods of collective bargaining, up to one hundred twenty-five (125) person days prior to the expiration date of the current collective agreement. For days subsequent to the expiry date or for days in excess of one hundred twenty- five (125) person days there will be a charge back to the Union on a regular basis. The charge back will include only daily wages and Northern Living Differential.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave The Employer may grant leave of absence without pay to Employees to attend Union conventions, seminars, education classes or to perform the duties of any office of the Union. Request for leave shall be granted upon request for submitted in writing to the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt Employer with as much advance notice as possible, preferably four (4) weeks in advance, and approval will be subject to the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative efficient operation of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) site. Requests for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeewill not be unreasonably denied. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be Where permission has been granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business Employer for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation an Employee, who is a locally elected representative of the department. Such requests Union, to leave her employment temporarily in order to represent another Employee at an investigative meeting or grievance proceeding with the Employer, they shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption suffer no loss of pay for the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionstime so spent. (c) When One (1) Employee who is elected for a Full-time position with the Union shall be granted leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will for a maximum period of 2 years. Such leave of absence shall be granted renewable for a further term upon written request. If it is permissible under the pension and group life plan and any other welfare planes, the Employee shall have the right to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration boardpay the full cost, provided the dispute involved including the Employer. On application’s share, during the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount period of time required for the attendance such leave of any witnessabsence. (ed) The Union shall provide To facilitate the administration of union leave as provided within the Collective Agreement, where union leave has been granted, the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of will continue the operation and salary, plus any shift differential and/or weekend premium the Employee would have been paid had she been at work during such leave. In turn, the Employer shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior invoice the Union for the actual salary plus any shift differential and/or weekend premium paid to the commencement Employee or for replacement salary costs, whichever is greater, plus an amount determined by the Employer to cover the costs of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheldbenefits and administration.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave As operational requirements permit, leave of absence without pay and without loss of seniority shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeecommittee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee and to carry on negotiations with the Employer; (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board or the Labour Relations Board; (5) to three employees who are elected to the Union Bargaining Committee while they are at formal meetings to carry on negotiations with the Employer. Overtime premiums will not be payable in relation to such leaves; (6) for one employee per bargaining unit elected to a full-time position with the Union for a period of one year: (i) for an employee elected to the position of President or Treasurer of the BC Government and Service Employees' Union; (ii) for an employee elected to any body affiliated for a period of one year and the leave may be renewed upon request. (b) Long-term The Employer shall grant, on written request, leave of absence without pay shall be granted and without loss of seniority: (1) for employees to seek election in a municipal, provincial, federal, First Nations or other Aboriginal election for a maximum period of 90 days; (2) for employees designated by the Union elected to transact union business a public office for specific periods a maximum period of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsone year. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of receipt of the invoiceleave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence absences shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Without Pay - Leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board. (b) With Pay - Leave of absence with basic pay and without loss of seniority will be granted: (1) to four (4) members selected by the sub local of the Union, who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining the negotiating committee.; however, the sub-local reserves the right to use one (1) additional person for technical information or advice who shall be covered by the provisions of this section; (b2) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to Where employees designated are appointed by the Union as union representatives to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless Joint Union/Management Committees as specified in this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance agreement, to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted attend such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions.meetings (c) When The Employer recognizes that due to the geographic remoteness of some of the areas served by the College it may be difficult for the President of the Union or his/her paid union representative to meet with employees outside normal working hours. In such areas, the President of the Union or his/her designate shall submit a request in writing to the appropriate Xxxx and Campus Administrator to meet with employees during working hours in their normal place of work. Subject to operational requirements, the Employer shall grant permission for such a meeting, the duration of the length of the meeting to be by mutual agreement between the Xxxx and the union representative. Attendance at such meetings shall be considered time worked. (d) To facilitate the administration of this section when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt absence granted under this article shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of the invoiceleave under this article. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause article shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 14 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall will be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 14 days to a maximum of six months per leave of absence unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall will be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall will retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall will continue to accumulate during such leave and shall will apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) Leave of absence without pay will be granted to up to three employees designated by the Union for the purpose of collective bargaining. Seniority and all benefits will accumulate during such leave. (d) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a), (b) or (b)c) above, the leave shall will be given with pay and the Union shall will reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall will receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall will include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall clause will be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (de) Leave of absence with without pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (ef) The Union shall will provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall will make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) ), (b), or (bc) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall will not be unreasonably withheldwithheld and a response to the leave request will not be unreasonably delayed. (g) Any denial of a leave of absence related to this clause will be provided in writing to the employee at the time the leave is denied stating the reasons for the denial. Any grievance related to such a denial may be submitted directly to Step 3 of the grievance process.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Subject to operational requirements and with reasonable advance notice, leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for or elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work areapremises of employment; (3) for or employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeethe Bargaining Committee of the Employer, to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (4) leave for negotiations with the Employer; (5) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board or any other labour relations body; (6) to stewards to maintain all bulletin boards and binders. (b) Leave of absence without loss of pay and with seniority will be granted: (1) to stewards, or their alternates, to perform their duties pursuant to Clause 2.6 - Recognition and Rights of Stewards; (2) to employees appointed by the Union as union representatives to attend joint labour/management committee meetings during their working hours. (c) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c1) When For employees selected for a full-time position with the Union or any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year; (2) For an employee elected to the position of President or Treasurer of the B.C. Government and Service Employees’ Union, the leave shall be for a period of absence three years and shall be renewed upon request of the Union. (d) The Union and the employee will make every effort to provide a minimum of 14 working days’ notice for leave requirements to facilitate scheduling of both clients and employees. To facilitate the administration of (a) above, when leave without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with without loss of pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer within 30 calendar days of receipt of the invoice for the appropriate salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Without Pay - leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires require them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeecommittee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee. (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board, the Public Service Appeal Board, or the Labour Relations Board. (5) for employees selected for a full-time position with the Union for a period of one year. (6) for an employee elected to the position of President or Treasurer of the B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union. (7) for an employee elected to any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year and the leave will be renewed upon request. (b) Long-term With pay - leave of absence with basic pay, substitution pay where applicable, and without pay shall loss of seniority will be granted to three employees designated by who are representatives of the Union on the Union's Bargaining Committee to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt carry on negotiations with the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsEmployer. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall will be given with basic pay, substitution pay where applicable, and the Union shall will reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. . (d) It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall will receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. absence with pay. (e) Leave of absence granted under this clause shall will include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ two weeks' notice prior to the commencement of the leave under (a) or (b) abovethis clause. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall absences will not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Subject to operational requirements and with reasonable advance notice, leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for or elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work areapremises of employment; (3) for or employees who are representatives of the Union on a the bargaining committee of the Employer, to attend meetings of the bargaining committee; (4) leave for negotiations with the Employer; (5) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an Arbitration Board or any other Labour Relations body; (6) to stewards to maintain all bulletin boards and binders; (b) Leave of absence without loss of pay and with seniority will be granted: (1) to stewards, or their alternates, to perform their duties pursuant to Article 2.6; (2) to employees appointed by the Union as Union representatives to attend Joint Labour/Management Committee meetings during their working hours. (bc) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union Union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c1) When For employees selected for a full-time position with the Union or any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one (1) year; (2) For an employee elected to the position of President or Secretary-Treasurer of the B.C. Government and Service Employees’ Union, the leave shall be for a period of absence three (3) years and shall be renewed upon request of the Union. (d) The Union and the employee will make every effort to provide a minimum of fourteen (14) working days’ notice for leave requirements to facilitate scheduling of both clients and employees. To facilitate the administration of (a) above, when leave without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with without loss of pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer within thirty (30) calendar days of receipt of the invoice for the appropriate salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority may be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt to an employee by the Employer's operations, taking into consideration operation requirements for: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area;the stadium; and (3) for employees who are representatives of a bargaining unit employee called by the Union on to appear as a bargaining committeewitness for an arbitration board. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay and without loss of seniority will be granted: (1) for employees elected to a full-time position with the Union for a period of one year; (2) for an employee elected to the position of President, or Treasurer or Executive Vice-President of the B.C. Government and Service General Employees' Union for a period of three years and the leave will be renewed upon request; (3) for an employee elected to any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year and the leave shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsrenewed upon request. (c) When leave Leave of absence without pay loss of seniority will be provided for up to six representatives of the Bargaining Committee as described in Article 5.7(b). In addition, such employees will receive payment only for scheduled shifts that coincide on days of negotiation meetings, including union caucus meetings, and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for wage and benefit costs of necessary replacement staff. (d) Employees requesting such leave will complete the necessary documentation prior to such leave. With the exception of (a)(2) above, the employees will complete such documentation at least 14 days prior to the commencement of the leave. The Employer will not unreasonably withhold the granting of such leaves of absence. (e) To facilitate the administration of this article, when leave is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for such employee's salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay 33.01 An Employee who has filed a grievance in accordance with the grievance procedure, shall be granted upon time off work with pay when a grievance hearing is held, including adjudication. 33.02 At the written request for of the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative Union, employees who are members of the Union Negotiating Committee shall be allowed leave of absence with pay to attend conventions perform the duties of that committee. The Union will submit written notification at least two (2) weeks prior to the proposed leave if possible. The Employer will maintain the salary and benefits of the employee and invoice the Union for reimbursement. 33.03 At the written request of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; with at least two (2) for elected or appointed representatives of weeks advance notice, the Union Employer shall, subject to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term operational requirements, grant leave of absence without pay shall be granted loss of seniority, to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods the purpose of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt attending Union meetings and conventions. The Employer will maintain the operation salary and benefits of the department. Such requests employee and invoice the Union for reimbursement. 33.04 An employee who is elected or selected for a full-time position with the Union shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant by the Employer, without loss of accrued benefits, for a period of up to Part two (2) years. Such leave may be extended for a further period of up to two (2) years or more at the request of the employee. Such request shall not be unreasonably denied. Such leave shall be subject to the following conditions: (a) or At least sixty (b), the leave 60) calendar days’ notice of intention to return to work shall be given with to the Employer. (b) The employee shall be returned to their previously held position subject to Article 16 (Layoff and (c) The Employer will pay any period of orientation required and the Union shall will reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basisEmployer. (d) Leave During the period of absence with leave, the employee may, if permissible under the relevant plan(s) continue their contribution and as well pay and without loss that of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) T he employee’s seniority shall continue to accrue. (f) The Union shall employee maintains but does not accrue sick leave or vacation leave. This Article is not intended to provide greater privileges or benefits than those which would have been enjoyed had the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) employee not been so elected or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheldselected.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌8.01 Time off with pay shall be provided on the following basis: (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request A grievor and/or their Union Xxxxxxx for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed time spent discussing proposed grievances with representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeeEmployer, as outlined in Article 21 - Grievance Procedure. (b) LongAuthorized Union Stewards/Representatives, and/or the Chairman of Local 071/002, for the time spent meeting with representatives of the Employer at the Employer's request and/or for Employer-term leave Union Relations as outlined in Article 22. 8.02 All time off granted to Union Stewards, Representatives and/or the Chairman for activities not defined in 8.01, must be approved in advance by the Supervisor, time out and time of absence return recorded, and time thus spent will be charged back to the Union at the Employee’s regular rate of pay. 8.03 Time off without pay shall be granted to employees designated by provided on the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation following basis: (a) Members of the department. Such requests shall be made Local Negotiating Committee, not to exceed four (4) in writing sufficiently number, for the time spent in advance to minimize disruption negotiations with representatives of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights Employer, and privileges accumulated for preparatory meetings prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate and during such leave and shall apply negotiations not to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsexceed five (5) negotiating members in number. (cb) When leave Employees who attend courses or seminars provided by the head office of absence The Alberta Union of Provincial Employees; or Members who by election, selection, or designation attend meetings and/or conventions affiliated with The Alberta Union of Provincial Employees. 8.04 Time off without pay shall be provided to Members for activities defined in Clause 8.03 provided, however, advance notice in writing is granted pursuant given to Part the Employee's immediate supervisor at least one (a1) week, or (b), as is reasonably possible in advance of the activity. Such request for leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse approved by the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days providing operational requirements permit. 8.05 To facilitate the administration requirements permit of receipt Clause 8.03 of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writingArticle, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by Employer will grant the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided invoice the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required Union for the attendance of any witnessEmployee's salary or for the replacement salary costs, whichever is the greater. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Without Pay – with reasonable notice, leave of absence without pay and without loss of seniority may be granted, whereas such leave shall not be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsunreasonably denied: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee.committee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee. The Union's Bargaining Committee shall consist of two representatives and one alternate; (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board or the Labour Relations Board; (5) for up to two employees who are representatives of the Union's Bargaining Committee to carry on negotiations with the Employer; and (b) Long-term leave With Pay - Leave of absence without loss of pay or seniority shall be granted to employees designated who are appointed by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation as members of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsLabour-Management Committee. (c1) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given provided by the Employer with basic pay and to the employee. The Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including any travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absencetime. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e2) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovethis clause. The Employer shall respond to the request for leave of absence under this clause as expeditiously as possible. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld. (3) Except for (a)(3 and 5) above, such leave granted for union business shall be limited to up to two employees at any one time to a maximum of 20 workdays per calendar year.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Without Pay - with reasonable written notice leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union Union‌ and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeeBargaining Committee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board, the Labour Relations Board, or the Human Rights Tribunal. The Union agrees that it will call its witnesses in a manner that will not unduly disrupt the business operations of the Employer. (5) to employees designated to sit as an observer on a selection panel in accordance with Clause 12.2. (b) Long-term With Pay - leave of absence with basic pay and without pay shall loss of seniority will be granted to employees designated by representatives of the Union on the Union's Bargaining Committee to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt carry on negotiations with the operation of the departmentEmployer. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance In order to minimize disruption to the Association’s activities, the Parties agree where possible to meet outside of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsregular office hours. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the Employer a minimum of forty-eight (48) hours notice prior to the invoicecommencement of leave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld. (d) The Employer shall grant, on request, leave of absence without pay: (1) year; (2) for employees selected for a full-time position with the Union for a period of one (1) for an employee elected to the position of President or Secretary-Treasurer of the B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union; (3) for an employee elected to any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one (1) year and the leave shall be renewed upon request.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave All time spent performing the normal day-to-day administration of absence the Collective Agreement shall be paid for by the Company, provided such business pertains to Company meetings, handling of grievances and those meetings specifically called by the Company, Requests for time off shall not be unreasonably withheld. Upon reasonable notice and where operational requirements permit, the Employer will grant reasonable leave without pay shall be granted upon request for duly appointed employees to attend union related activities such as training, conventions, meetings and conferences. The Employer will grant leave without pay for two (2) employees for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative purpose of attending contract negotiations on behalf of the Union to attend conventions for the duration of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the departmentsuch negotiations. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority The Employer shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacationspay the Employee his or her applicable salary in accordance with the terms of this Collective Agreement. Upon invoice by the Employer, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, the amounts so paid within 60 thirty (30) days of receipt the date of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave Effective thirty (30) days following the signing of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writingAgreement, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear Employer will, as a witness before condition of employment, commence deductions from the pay of each Employee of an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily amount equal to the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) Membership Fees. The Union shall provide inform the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption in writing of the operation authorized deduction to be checked of for each Employee. For the purposes of Article deductions shall be made per pay period. The amounts deducted in accordance with Article shall be remitted to the Comptroller of by cheque no later than thirty (30) days after deductions are made and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to be accompanied by particulars each Employee and the commencement of leave under (a) deductions made on his or (b) aboveher behalf. The Employer agrees that any to annually on each Employee’s slip the total amount of Membership Fees deducted for the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheldpreceding year.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's ’s operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 fourteen (14) days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeeBargaining Committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union Union business for specific periods of not less than 21 fourteen (14) days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions.be (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 sixty (60) days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis.is (d) Leave of absence with without pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness.involves the (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ fourteen (14) days notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (bd) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.that

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-Long term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union Union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article Article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board arbitration board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay 43.01 An employee who has filed a grievance in accordance with the grievance procedure, Article 14, shall be granted upon time off work with pay when a grievance hearing is held, including adjudication. 43.02 At the written request for of the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative Union, employees who are members of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term Negotiating Committee shall be allowed leave of absence without pay shall be granted to perform the duties of that committee. The Union will submit written notification at least two (2) weeks prior to the proposed leave if possible. 43.03 At the written request of the Union with at least two (2) weeks advance notice, the Employer shall, subject to operational requirements, grant leave of absence without loss of seniority, to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods the purpose of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt attending Union Meetings and Conventions. 43.04 An employee who is elected or selected for a full-time position with the operation of the department. Such requests Union shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence without pay by the Employer, without loss of accrued benefits, for a period of up to two (2) years. Such leave may be extended for a further period of up to two (2) years or more at the request of the employee. Such request shall retain all rights not be unreasonably denied. Such leave shall be subject to the following conditions: (a) At least sixty (60) calendar days notice of intention to return to work shall be given to the Employer. (b) The employee shall be returned to their previously held position subject to Article 31 (Layoff and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsRecall). (c) When leave The Employer will pay any period of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay orientation required and the Union shall will reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basisEmployer. (d) Leave During the period of absence with leave, the employee may, if permissible under the relevant plan(s) continue their contribution and as well pay and without loss that of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union employee’s seniority shall continue to accrue. (f) The employee maintains but does not accrue sick leave, vacation leave or non-instructional time benefits. This Article is not intended to provide greater privileges or benefits than those which would have been enjoyed had the employee not been so elected or selected. 43.05 In the case of leaves pursuant to Articles 43.02 and 43.03 the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption will maintain the salary and benefits of the operation employee and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to invoice the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheldUnion for reimbursement.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's ’s operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 fourteen (14) days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 fourteen (14) days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part Sections (a) or (b)) above, the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 sixty (60) days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority pay or benefits will be granted to an employee employees called to appear as a witness before by an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved involves the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 fourteen (14) days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under Sections (a) or (bc) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay 43.01 An employee who has filed a grievance in accordance with the grievance procedure, Article 14, shall be granted upon time off work with pay when a grievance hearing is held, including adjudication. 43.02 At the written request for of the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative Union, employees who are members of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term Negotiating Committee shall be allowed leave of absence without pay shall be granted to perform the duties of that committee. The Union will submit written notification at least two (2) weeks prior to the proposed leave if possible. 43.03 At the written request of the Union with at least two (2) weeks advance notice, the Employer shall, subject to operational requirements, grant leave of absence without loss of seniority, to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods the purpose of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt attending Union Meetings and Conventions. 43.04 An employee who is elected or selected for a full-time position with the operation of the department. Such requests Union shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence without pay by the Employer, without loss of accrued benefits, for a period of up to two (2) years. Such leave may be extended for a further period of up to two (2) years or more at the request of the employee. Such request shall retain all rights not be unreasonably denied. Such leave shall be subject to the following conditions: (a) At least sixty (60) calendar days’ notice of intention to return to work shall be given to the Employer. (b) The employee shall be returned to their previously held position subject to Article 31 (Xxxxxx and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsRecall). (c) When leave The Employer will pay any period of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay orientation required and the Union shall will reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basisEmployer. (d) Leave During the period of absence with leave, the employee may, if permissible under the relevant plan(s) continue their contribution and as well pay and without loss that of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union employee’s seniority shall continue to accrue. (f) The employee maintains but does not accrue sick leave, vacation leave or non-instructional time benefits. This Article is not intended to provide greater privileges or benefits than those which would have been enjoyed had the employee not been so elected or selected. 43.05 In the case of leaves pursuant to Articles 43.02 and 43.03 the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption will maintain the salary and benefits of the operation employee and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to invoice the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheldUnion for reimbursement.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employeremployer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 twenty-one (21) days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 twenty-one (21) days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 sixty (60) days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board arbitration board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 fourteen (14) days’ ' notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (bc) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌A. The city recognizes the need for employees to be off on official Union business leave. Permission for such leave must be authorized by the department director. The department director with the aid of the division head should determine if such leave will be granted. Time off will be granted, unless by so granting the division or division’s personnel strength will be materially affected in responding to emergency calls. B. Time off for Union business is to be by an approved “Union Shift Exchange” as provided in this Article. Union shift exchanges shall not affect the regular shift exchange time allowed to be traded, provided the Union has given one (a1) Leave work shift’s written notice of absence without such leave request to the department director and division head involved. Failure to comply with the notification provision will result in denial of approved Union leave. The Union agrees that in making their request for time off for Union activities, due consideration shall be given to the qualifications of employees affected in order that there shall be no disruption of the City’s operations due to lack of available qualified personnel. C. Time off with pay shall be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union grievance hearings for Employee Grievance Board Members and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without engaged in grievance hearings. Time off with pay shall be granted for employee representative to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation attend Labor Management Committee meetings. D. The negotiating representatives of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority bargaining unit will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of required time required off with pay necessary for the attendance sole purpose of any witnessnegotiations as approved by the department director. This time off will be limited to the actual meeting time on the days when both negotiating teams are in session or caucus. (e) E. The right to grant leaves for Union business is the right of the management. Management will decide if a leave should or should not be granted, predicated on the provisions set forth in this Article. F. The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice be allowed time for a group orientation for recruit firefighters pursuant to minimize disruption Article 24, paragraph O of this memorandum. G. Members of the operation Executive Board for IAFF Local 135, who are city employees, and on duty shall make every be allowed a reasonable effort time to give a minimum attend the regular monthly Union meeting. Anyone attending these meetings while on duty will be subject to recall to duty if needed by the Fire Department. A list of 14 days’ notice prior the Executive Board members will be provided to the commencement of leave under Fire Chief/Airport Public Safety Chief every six months (a6) or (b) abovewhen a change in the list may occur. The Employer agrees that any Chief will also be given written notice at least fifteen days in advance of such meetings. The release of Airport Public Safety personnel is subject to the approval of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheldAirport Public Safety Chief.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave 8.01 The Employer may grant leave of absence without with pay to Employees to attend Union conventions, seminars, education classes or other Union business (Union leave). Request for Union leave shall be granted upon submitted, in writing, with as much advance notice as possible, but no less than twenty-one (21) calendar days prior to the date the Union leave is to commence. The Employee’s request shall be forwarded by the Union’s standard leave of request documentation as would be needed for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt Employer to invoice the Union. Subject to the efficient operations of the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the , requests for Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliatedleave will not be unreasonably denied. The Employer will reply, in writing, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) request for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. within fourteen (c14) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 calendar days of receipt of the invoicerequest. It is understood Not more than one (1) Employee in a classification shall be allowed such leave if that employees granted classification has less than ten (10) Employees. 8.02 To facilitate the administration of Union leave as provided within the Collective Agreement, where Union leave has been granted, the Employer will continue the salary of absence pursuant to this clause the Employee during such leave. In turn, the Employer shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by invoice the Union under this article shall be based on for the number of hours to Employee’s salary or replacement salary costs, whichever is greater, and other related costs which the Union indicatesshall pay within twenty-one (21) days of receipt of the Employer’s invoice. 8.03 Where permission has been granted by the Employee’s Supervisor for a Union Xxxxxxx to temporarily leave their job in order to assist with respect to a grievance, subject to the provisions outlined in writingArticle 6: Union Stewards, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without Xxxxxxx shall suffer no loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required pay for the attendance of any witness. (e) The time so spent. Time Off For Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.Business

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Where operational requirements permit, the BCGEU agrees to grant leave of absence without pay shall be granted and without loss of vacation or seniority upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsseven days written notice: (1i) to an elected or appointed representative delegate of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2ii) for to elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work areapremises of employment; (3iii) for to the employees who are representatives elected or appointed pursuant to clause 2.11(a) of this article to attend meetings of the Union on a bargaining committee; (iv) to employees enrolled in training courses sponsored by the Union. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates basic rate of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on reimburse the number of hours to which BCGEU for the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended appropriate salary costs incurred. (c) The BCGEU agrees that leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted pursuant to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence this clause shall not be unreasonably withheld. (d) The notice requirement above may be waived by mutual agreement between the parties. (e) Members, including job stewards and/or other elected Officers of the Union may receive leave of absence with or without pay at the discretion of and by prior arrangement with Human Resources for other activities not specifically identified above. This shall be considered leave of absence without pay. There is no loss of seniority or vacation where leave is reimbursed by the Union. (f) Members, including job stewards and/or elected Officers of the Union who regularly work for the BCGEU and who are assigned to joint Union-BCGEU committees, will be paid by the BCGEU for all time spent on such committees during regular hours and this shall be considered time worked.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave 8.01 The Employer may grant leave of absence without with pay to Employees to attend Union conventions, seminars, education classes or other Union business (Union leave). Request for Union leave shall be granted upon submitted, in writing, with as much advance notice as possible, but no less than twenty-one (21) calendar days prior to the date the Union leave is to commence. The Employee’s request shall be forwarded by the Union’s standard leave of request documentation as would be needed for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt Employer to invoice the Union. Subject to the efficient operations of the Employer's operations: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the , requests for Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliatedleave will not be unreasonably denied. The Employer will reply, in writing, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) request for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. within fourteen (c14) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 calendar days of receipt of the invoicerequest. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause Not more than two (2) Employees in total at any one time shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel timebe allowed such leave. The pay aggregate number of days granted for all Employees in the bargaining unit will be limited fifteen (15) days per calendar year. 8.02 To facilitate the administration of Union leave as provided within the Collective Agreement, where Union leave has been granted, the Employer will continue the wages of the Employee during such leave. In turn, the Employer shall invoice the Union for the Employee’s wages or replacement wage costs, whichever is greater, and benefits received other related costs including associated administration fees as determined by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to Employer which the Union indicatesshall pay within twenty-one (21) days of receipt of the Employer’s invoice. 8.03 Where permission has been granted by the Employee’s Supervisor for a Union Xxxxxxx to temporarily leave their job in order to assist with respect to a grievance, subject to the provisions outlined in writingArticle 6: Union Stewards, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without Xxxxxxx shall suffer no loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required pay for the attendance of any witnesstime so spent. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌A. The city recognizes the need for employees to be off on official Union business leave. Permission for such leave must be authorized by the department director. The department director with the aid of the division head should determine if such leave will be granted. Time off will be granted, unless by so granting the division or division’s personnel strength will be materially affected in responding to emergency calls. (a) Leave of absence without pay B. Time off for Union business is to be by an approved “Union Shift Substitution” as provided in this Article. Union shift substitution shall not affect the regular shift substitution time allowed to be granted upon request for traded, provided the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operations: Union has given one (1) work shift’s written notice of such leave request to an elected or appointed representative the department director through channels. Failure to comply with the notification provision will result in denial of approved Union leave. The Union agrees that in making their request for time off for Union activities, due consideration shall be given to the qualifications of employees affected in order that there shall be no disruption of the Union City’s operations due to attend conventions lack of available qualified personnel. C. Employee Grievance Board Members and for employees engaged in grievance hearings will be paid by the city when scheduled to work the day of the Union and bodies to which hearing(s). Employee representatives will be paid by the Union City when attending Labor Management Committee meetings when meetings are scheduled when the employee is affiliated, to a maximum working the day of 21 days per occurrence;the meeting. (2) for elected or appointed D. The negotiating representatives of the bargaining unit will be paid by the City as necessary for the sole purpose of negotiations as approved by the department director. This time will be limited to the actual meeting time on the days when both negotiating teams are in session or caucus. E. The right to grant leaves for Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives is the right of the Union management. Management will decide if a leave should or should not be granted, predicated on a bargaining committeethe provisions set forth in this Article. (b) Long-term leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotions. (c) When leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b), the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) F. The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice be allowed time for a group orientation for recruit firefighters pursuant to minimize disruption Article 24, paragraph (N) of this memorandum. G. Members of the operation Executive Board for IAFF Local 135, who are city employees, and on duty shall make every be allowed a reasonable effort time to give a minimum attend the regular monthly Union meeting. Anyone attending these meetings while on duty will be subject to recall to duty if needed by the Fire Department. A list of 14 days’ notice prior the Executive Board members will be provided to the commencement of leave under Fire Chief/Airport Police and Fire Chief every six months (a6) or (b) abovewhen a change in the list may occur. The Employer agrees that any Chief will also be given written notice at least fifteen days in advance of such meetings. The release of Airport Police and Fire personnel is subject to the approval of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheldAirport Police and Fire Chief.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave Without pay - with reasonable written notice leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeeBargaining Committee to attend meetings of the Bargaining Committee; (4) to employees called by the Union to appear as witnesses before an arbitration board, the Labour Relations Board, or the Human Rights Tribunal; (5) to employees designated to sit as an observer on a selection panel in accordance with Clause 12.1. (b) Long-term With Pay - leave of absence with basic pay and without pay shall loss of seniority will be granted to two employees designated by , as per Article 7.2, to carry on negotiations with the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsEmployer. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, within 60 days . Leave of receipt absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of the invoiceleave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld. (d) The Employer shall grant, on request, leave of absence without pay: (1) for employees selected for a position with the Union for a period of one year; (2) for an employee elected to the position of President or Secretary-Treasurer of the B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union. (3) for an employee elected to any body to which the Union is affiliated for a period of one year and the leave shall be renewed upon request.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Without Pay ‐‐ Leave of absence without pay shall and without loss of seniority will be granted upon request for the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsgranted: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union Union business which requires them to leave their general work areapremises of employment; (3) for employees faculty members who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committee to attend meetings of the bargaining committee. (b) Long-term A regular faculty member who is on leave of absence without pay shall be granted to employees designated by in an elected or appointed position of the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation of the department. Such requests shall be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted such leave of absence shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionshave accrued seniority banked. (c) When With Pay ‐‐ Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted: (1) to faculty members who are representatives of the Union to leave their employment to carry on negotiations with the Employer; (2) to stewards, or their alternatives, to perform their duties pursuant to Section 2.5; (3) to faculty members called to appear as witnesses before an Arbitration Board. (4) Meetings between representatives of the Union and the Employer will be scheduled at times mutually agreeable to the Parties. Reasonable effort shall be made to hold such meetings at times that do not conflict with assigned duties. Where such meetings cannot be scheduled at times that do not conflict with assigned duties, the Employer will grant a leave of absence without loss of pay or other entitlements for the purpose of attending such meetings to the total equivalent of one‐quarter full‐time equivalent per annum. Where such leave is granted, the Employer will replace the faculty member as necessary. This clause may be utilized by the Union to ensure adequate representation by the Union with respect to issues that affect the Employer or the post‐secondary system. To facilitate the administration of this provision, the Union will ensure that the Employer is advised of the eligible leaves to be taken. The Union may designate a person(s) who will be entitled to Union leave under this Article and will advise the Employer of the amount of the leave to be taken. The amount of the entitlement is one quarter (¼) of a full‐time equivalent per annum, without loss of pay or other entitlement. Costs arising from this provision will not be charged against the program area of the participating union representative. This provision will not be utilized where existing Employer‐paid release time arrangements exceed this one‐quarter (¼) full‐time equivalent entitlement. It is understood that faculty members granted leave‐of‐absence pursuant to Part this Article shall receive their current rate of pay while on leave of absence with pay. Leave of absence granted under this Article shall include sufficient travel time. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not unreasonably be withheld. To facilitate the administration of paragraph (a) or (b)of this section, when leave without pay is granted, the leave shall be given with pay and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for the appropriate salary and benefit costs, including travel time time, incurred, within 60 days of receipt of the invoice. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) above. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Time Off for Union Business. ‌ (a) Leave of absence without pay and without loss of seniority shall be granted upon request for by the reasons set out below unless it would unduly interrupt the Employer's operationsEmployer for: (1) to an elected or appointed representative of the Union to attend conventions of the Union and bodies to which the Union is affiliated, to a maximum of 21 days per occurrence; (2) for elected or appointed representatives of the Union to attend to union business which requires them to leave their general work area; (3) for employees who are representatives of the Union on a bargaining committeecommittee to attend meetings of the Committee; (4) employees called by the Union to appear as a witness before an arbitration board. (5) employees designated to sit as an observer on a selection panel in accordance with Clause 12.8. (b) Long-term leave Leave of absence without loss of pay or seniority shall be granted to employees designated by the Union to transact union business for specific periods of not less than 21 days unless this would unduly interrupt the operation appointees who attend meetings of the departmentlabour management committee. Such requests leave may include travel time within the workday where necessary. Time spent by designated committee members attending meetings held on their day of rest or outside their regularly scheduled hours of work shall not be made in writing sufficiently in advance to minimize disruption of the department. Employees granted considered time worked but such leave of absence committee members shall retain all rights and privileges accumulated prior to obtaining such leave. Seniority shall continue to accumulate during such leave and shall apply to such provisions as annual vacations, increments and promotionsreceive equivalent time off at straight-time rate. (c) When To facilitate the administration of this clause when leave of absence without pay is granted pursuant to Part (a) or (b)granted, the leave shall be given with basic pay, substitution pay where applicable, and the Union shall reimburse the Employer for salary and benefit costs, including travel time incurred, incurred within 60 days the workday. Benefit costs are defined as thirty-six percent (36%) of receipt basic pay and substitution pay where applicable. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The Union shall provide the invoiceEmployer with reasonable notice prior to the commencement of leave under this clause. It is understood that employees granted leave of absence pursuant to this clause shall receive their current rates of pay while on leave of absence. Leave of absence granted under this clause shall include sufficient travel time. The pay and benefits received by the employee and reimbursed by the Union under this article shall be based on the number of hours to which the Union indicates, in writing, the employee is entitled. This provision does not apply to employees on extended leaves of absence who are employed by the Union on a full-time basis. (d) Leave of absence with pay and without loss of seniority will be granted to an employee called to appear as a witness before an arbitration board, provided the dispute involved the Employer. On application, the Arbitration Board may determine summarily the amount of time required for the attendance of any witness. (e) The Union shall provide the Employer with reasonable notice to minimize disruption of the operation and shall make every reasonable effort to give a minimum of 14 days’ notice prior to the commencement of leave under (a) or (b) abovepay. The Employer agrees that any of the above leaves of absence absences shall not be unreasonably withheld. (d) Chief stewards - leave of absence with current pay, benefits and without loss of seniority will be granted to one chief xxxxxxx for up to a combined maximum total of three days per year to deal with collective agreement related problems on the worksites within the contract area. Further leaves will be granted as required as per Clause 2.10(a)(2). The chief xxxxxxx shall be a member of the Joint Labour Management Committee.