[Links] Working & Caregiving? Know Your Options

Caregiving doesn’t always fit neatly into a workday. 

You're navigating appointments, changing health needs, unexpected calls, and the day-to-day realities of caregiving, while still trying to keep up with work and family.

If you're working and providing care in B.C., there are different types of leave and workplace supports that may apply to your situation.

Family Responsibility Leave

Up to 5 days of unpaid leave each employment year for responsibilities related to the care, health or education of a child in your care, or the care or health of an immediate family member.

Learn more → Family Responsibility Leave

Critical Illness or Injury Leave

If a family member experiences a serious change in health and their life is at risk, eligible employees may be entitled to up to 36 weeks of unpaid leave to care for a child under 19, or up to 16 weeks for an adult family member

Learn more → Critical Illness or Injury Leave

Compassionate Care Leave

Eligible employees may take up to 27 weeks of unpaid leave to care for a family member who has a serious medical condition with a significant risk of death. A medical certificate is required

Learn more → Compassionate Care Leave

Family Status & Workplace Accommodation

Family status is protected under the B.C Human Rights Code. Depending on your circumstances, workplace accomodation may include things like schedule changes, flexible start or finish times, modified duties, leave or alternative work arrangements.

Learn more → Family Status & Workplace Accommodation

Every caregiving and employment situation is different. 

This information is for general information and is not legal advice