Maintaining Benefits During Maternity / Parental Leave
Q: How can I maintain benefits during maternity or parental leave?
A: Your hour bank will be credited with 140 hours per month for 12 months to ensure uninterrupted benefits.
Laura, a set decorator and friend of Tom, was preparing for her maternity leave and wanted to make sure her health benefits would remain active. Tom explained, “During your maternity or parental leave, the plan deposits 140 hours into your hour bank each month for up to 12 months, ensuring your benefits continue without interruption.”
When Laura asked how to access this benefit, Tom said, “You’ll need to submit a parental leave application to the union or provide proof of Employment Insurance (EI) maternity or parental leave to AGA Benefit Solutions.”
Feeling reassured, Laura submitted her application before starting her leave and enjoyed her time with her new baby without worrying about her coverage.