For Employees

Employees may need to take a medical leave during the course of their employment with UNBC. You can learn more about your sick leave benefits, and other entitlements, in your applicable Collective Agreement or Handbook. 

Please inform your manager/supervisor of your need to take a medical leave as soon as possible, and submit a leave request through the UNBC Ellucian Portal. 

Employees can submit all medical leave requests, along with the applicable medical documentation, to our Employee Wellbeing team at employeewellbeing@unbc.ca. Our team will be in touch to provide all necessary information regarding your leave. We are happy to arrange a meeting to discuss the details and answer any questions you have.

For Supervisors/Managers 

As a Supervisor or Manager, you have an important role in supporting employees who may need to take a medical leave. You can learn more about employee sick leave benefits, and other entitlements, in the applicable Collective Agreement or Handbook. 

Please ensure that employees requiring a medical leave submit the necessary leave forms and connect with UNBC Employee Wellbeing as soon as they are able (information above).

Employees are not required to disclose specific medical information or diagnoses to their supervisors or managers when requesting a leave. Employee Wellbeing will provide you with the necessary updates regarding expected timelines for return-to-work and workplace accommodations/supports once these details are known. 

Please visit our Information for Managers/Supervisors tab for more information on supporting the wellbeing of your employees.