Making it easier for reservists to train and serve, while keeping their jobs secure

Source: British Columbia - Government News
Date: 2026-09-04 17:15:00.0
Tags: [British Columbia, Labour, Defence]

Amendments to British Columbia's Reservists' Leave Regulation under the Employment Standards Act, which came into force on August 6, 2026, allow Canadian Armed Forces reservists to take up to 24 months of combined leave in a 60-month period for military skills training and pre- or post-deployment activities. This regulatory change replaces the previous 20-day annual maximum for training leave, aligns B.C. provisions with national standards, and protects civilian jobs for approximately 3,000 provincial reservists. Deployments related to national emergencies remain exempt from the 24-month limit, and eligible employees are required to provide employers with at least four weeks' advance notice.