Common use of Union Functions - Leave of Absence Clause in Contracts

Union Functions - Leave of Absence. Leave of absence without pay, without loss of seniority or other benefits, shall be granted to employees who are absent for the purpose of attending Union functions such as conventions, conferences, schools or seminars. Such leaves of absence shall be restricted to no more than three (3) employees at any one time and no more than one (1) employee between May long weekend and August 31st, and permission shall not be unreasonably denied. The Union agrees to notify the Employer at least fourteen (14) calendar days prior to said functions. The Employer shall however, grant leaves with lesser notification of fourteen (14) days provided the Employer can continue to meet the needs of the business.