B.C.'s paid sick leave provisions in effect: Harry Bains

Workers across BC are now eligible to take up to three days of paid sick leave if they develop COVID-19 or must self-isolate because of close contact with someone who has the virus.

Labour Minister Harry Bains says BC's paid sick leave provisions took effect yesterday.

He says those who have the illness, are self-isolating or are simply waiting for the outcome of a COVID-19 test are eligible for the assistance, and if workers need more help the legislation provides a bridge to other benefits.

Employers will be reimbursed up to 200-dollars per day for each worker claiming paid sick leave and Bains says WorkSafe BC will administer the program on behalf of the province.

Harry Bains on Twitter:

Effective May 20, #BC workers have 3 paid sick days for #COVID19 and will have permanent paid sick days for all personal injury and illness starting Jan. 1, 2022 #bclab

https://news.gov.bc.ca/24522