In Ontario, if a person is having a baby or adopting a child, they can usually take time off work without losing their job. If they qualify for Employment Insurance (EI), they can also get EI benefits for some of the time they are on leave.
Employment and Work – Parental, pregnancy, and other leaves
Parental, pregnancy, and other leaves
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See also:
- Employment and Work - Employment Insurance
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