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Canada Labour Code Leave Request Form & Reference

An editable Word document and manager reference based on leave provisions under the Canada Labour Code. Designed to print double-sided on a single sheet.

Applicability matters: this resource is designed for federally regulated workplaces. Provincial employment standards differ. Review the document for your jurisdiction and workplace before use.

  • Leave request form with 18 leave types
  • Three-tier approval section
  • All Canada Labour Code leave definitions
  • Paid vs. unpaid entitlements noted
  • Eligibility requirements for each leave
  • Space for your organization's logo
  • Includes new pregnancy loss leave
  • Includes traditional Indigenous practices leave
Page 1 — Front
Leave Request Form
Employee info, leave type checkboxes, dates, and approval signatures
Page 2 — Back
Leave Type Definitions
16 leave types with duration, pay status, and eligibility per Canada Labour Code

After Downloading — Quick Setup

  1. Review the policy — customize the content to match your organization's specific leave benefits and collective agreements.
  2. Replace the logo — swap the Plain Path HR logo with your organization's logo in the header.
  3. Print double-sided — print the form on one sheet of paper (front and back) so every employee has a handy leave reference on the flip side.

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Employee Handbook Template

A complete, customizable employee handbook template designed for First Nations band offices and Indigenous organizations. Policies, procedures, and workplace expectations — all in one document.

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