u/Buzzkillionair

My wife and I are expecting our first child towards the start of September and due to the nature of her work, it makes more sense for me to be taking more of the parental leave (standard length). I expect that I will be on parental leave as of September and will not be returning to work until April of 2027. I fall under the IT CBA and have certain training sessions that I must complete. These training sessions are only offered 3 times a year and I would be returning in April shortly after the date that the course would likely be scheduled. There is a session of this course being offered in November/December and I would be fine attending that session if it doesn't cause any major problems with my parental leave. The way I am understanding the CBA, specifically S17.06(c), would be that I am able, if approved by my employer, to take my leave and then return to work for this course, and then go back onto my leave. I was wondering if anyone has any insight into whether I am interpreting this correctly, how it would impact things on the EI side, and if it would have an impact on my top up. I also assume that me returning to work for 2 weeks could then push my return date back by 2 weeks. I am just wondering if the way I am interpreting this is correct, or if I am mistaken.

Thanks in advance for any help that folks can provide!

**Approved by Moderators**

We are seeking Canadian participants

Have you experienced sextortion – or supported someone who has?  

Researchers at the University of Ottawa (REB# H-08-25-11698) are inviting community members to take part in a confidential research project focused on how sextortion is disclosed and how informal support networks respond. The project is led by Dr. David Knox.  

Who can take part: 

• Survivors aged 18 or older who experienced sextortion within the past 10 years 
• Informal support providers (friends, peers, family members; 18+) who were disclosed to within the past 10 years 
• Individuals must live in Canada and be fluent in English

 

What participation looks like: 

• After you contact the research team, you will be invited to complete an intake screening form. 
• If you meet the eligibility criteria, you will then be scheduled for a brief video call (about 10 minutes, camera on) to review the study and ask any questions. 
• If eligibility is confirmed during the call, you will be invited to take part in a one-on-one interview (about 60 minutes), conducted in the format of your choice: in person, video (camera on or off), or audio only. 
• You decide how much you want to share 
• Your participation will be voluntary, confidential, and compensated with a CAD$30 gift card, following the interview.

Before anyone enrolls: 
To protect privacy, survivors must contact the research team first. After connecting with us, survivors may choose to refer a support person if they wish, or participate alone. If a survivor prefers not to take part but wants their support provider to participate, this can be arranged with explicit consent from both people. Please reach out if you would like more information on how this works. 

A few important notes: 

• We are not currently enrolling individuals in acute crisis or those navigating an active legal case related to the experience.
• Recruitment partners and organizations supporting outreach are not involved in the study, and your decision to participate will not affect any services you receive.
• Spots are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. If we reach capacity, we will let you know and sincerely appreciate your interest.

 

Why your participation matters: 
Your perspective can help inform better education, strengthen responses to survivors, and contribute to preventing further harm in communities. 

Contact for more information or to participate: 
digital.survivor.research@uottawa.ca

**Approved by Moderators**

We are seeking Canadian participants

Have you experienced sextortion – or supported someone who has?  

Researchers at the University of Ottawa (REB# H-08-25-11698) are inviting community members to take part in a confidential research project focused on how sextortion is disclosed and how informal support networks respond. The project is led by Dr. David Knox.  

Who can take part: 

• Survivors aged 18 or older who experienced sextortion within the past 10 years 
• Informal support providers (friends, peers, family members; 18+) who were disclosed to within the past 10 years 
• Individuals must live in Canada and be fluent in English

 

What participation looks like: 

• After you contact the research team, you will be invited to complete an intake screening form. 
• If you meet the eligibility criteria, you will then be scheduled for a brief video call (about 10 minutes, camera on) to review the study and ask any questions. 
• If eligibility is confirmed during the call, you will be invited to take part in a one-on-one interview (about 60 minutes), conducted in the format of your choice: in person, video (camera on or off), or audio only. 
• You decide how much you want to share 
• Your participation will be voluntary, confidential, and compensated with a CAD$30 gift card, following the interview.

Before anyone enrolls: 
To protect privacy, survivors must contact the research team first. After connecting with us, survivors may choose to refer a support person if they wish, or participate alone. If a survivor prefers not to take part but wants their support provider to participate, this can be arranged with explicit consent from both people. Please reach out if you would like more information on how this works. 

A few important notes: 

• We are not currently enrolling individuals in acute crisis or those navigating an active legal case related to the experience.
• Recruitment partners and organizations supporting outreach are not involved in the study, and your decision to participate will not affect any services you receive.
• Spots are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. If we reach capacity, we will let you know and sincerely appreciate your interest.

 

Why your participation matters: 
Your perspective can help inform better education, strengthen responses to survivors, and contribute to preventing further harm in communities. 

Contact for more information or to participate: 
digital.survivor.research@uottawa.ca

**Approved by Moderators**

We are seeking Canadian participants

Have you experienced sextortion – or supported someone who has?  

Researchers at the University of Ottawa (REB# H-08-25-11698) are inviting community members to take part in a confidential research project focused on how sextortion is disclosed and how informal support networks respond. The project is led by Dr. David Knox.  

Who can take part: 

• Survivors aged 18 or older who experienced sextortion within the past 10 years 
• Informal support providers (friends, peers, family members; 18+) who were disclosed to within the past 10 years 
• Individuals must live in Canada and be fluent in English

 

What participation looks like: 

• After you contact the research team, you will be invited to complete an intake screening form. 
• If you meet the eligibility criteria, you will then be scheduled for a brief video call (about 10 minutes, camera on) to review the study and ask any questions. 
• If eligibility is confirmed during the call, you will be invited to take part in a one-on-one interview (about 60 minutes), conducted in the format of your choice: in person, video (camera on or off), or audio only. 
• You decide how much you want to share 
• Your participation will be voluntary, confidential, and compensated with a CAD$30 gift card, following the interview.

Before anyone enrolls: 
To protect privacy, survivors must contact the research team first. After connecting with us, survivors may choose to refer a support person if they wish, or participate alone. If a survivor prefers not to take part but wants their support provider to participate, this can be arranged with explicit consent from both people. Please reach out if you would like more information on how this works. 

A few important notes: 

• We are not currently enrolling individuals in acute crisis or those navigating an active legal case related to the experience.
• Recruitment partners and organizations supporting outreach are not involved in the study, and your decision to participate will not affect any services you receive.
• Spots are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. If we reach capacity, we will let you know and sincerely appreciate your interest.

 

Why your participation matters: 
Your perspective can help inform better education, strengthen responses to survivors, and contribute to preventing further harm in communities. 

Contact for more information or to participate: 
digital.survivor.research@uottawa.ca

**Approved by Moderators**

We are seeking Canadian participants

Have you experienced sextortion – or supported someone who has?  

Researchers at the University of Ottawa (REB# H-08-25-11698) are inviting community members to take part in a confidential research project focused on how sextortion is disclosed and how informal support networks respond. The project is led by Dr. David Knox.  

Who can take part: 

• Survivors aged 18 or older who experienced sextortion within the past 10 years 
• Informal support providers (friends, peers, family members; 18+) who were disclosed to within the past 10 years 
• Individuals must live in Canada and be fluent in English

 

What participation looks like: 

• After you contact the research team, you will be invited to complete an intake screening form. 
• If you meet the eligibility criteria, you will then be scheduled for a brief video call (about 10 minutes, camera on) to review the study and ask any questions. 
• If eligibility is confirmed during the call, you will be invited to take part in a one-on-one interview (about 60 minutes), conducted in the format of your choice: in person, video (camera on or off), or audio only. 
• You decide how much you want to share 
• Your participation will be voluntary, confidential, and compensated with a CAD$30 gift card, following the interview.

Before anyone enrolls: 
To protect privacy, survivors must contact the research team first. After connecting with us, survivors may choose to refer a support person if they wish, or participate alone. If a survivor prefers not to take part but wants their support provider to participate, this can be arranged with explicit consent from both people. Please reach out if you would like more information on how this works. 

A few important notes: 

• We are not currently enrolling individuals in acute crisis or those navigating an active legal case related to the experience.
• Recruitment partners and organizations supporting outreach are not involved in the study, and your decision to participate will not affect any services you receive.
• Spots are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. If we reach capacity, we will let you know and sincerely appreciate your interest.

 

Why your participation matters: 
Your perspective can help inform better education, strengthen responses to survivors, and contribute to preventing further harm in communities. 

Contact for more information or to participate: 
digital.survivor.research@uottawa.ca

**Approved by Moderators**

We are seeking Canadian participants

Have you experienced sextortion – or supported someone who has?  

Researchers at the University of Ottawa (REB# H-08-25-11698) are inviting community members to take part in a confidential research project focused on how sextortion is disclosed and how informal support networks respond. The project is led by Dr. David Knox.  

Who can take part: 

• Survivors aged 18 or older who experienced sextortion within the past 10 years 
• Informal support providers (friends, peers, family members; 18+) who were disclosed to within the past 10 years 
• Individuals must live in Canada and be fluent in English

 

What participation looks like: 

• After you contact the research team, you will be invited to complete an intake screening form. 
• If you meet the eligibility criteria, you will then be scheduled for a brief video call (about 10 minutes, camera on) to review the study and ask any questions. 
• If eligibility is confirmed during the call, you will be invited to take part in a one-on-one interview (about 60 minutes), conducted in the format of your choice: in person, video (camera on or off), or audio only. 
• You decide how much you want to share 
• Your participation will be voluntary, confidential, and compensated with a CAD$30 gift card, following the interview.

Before anyone enrolls: 
To protect privacy, survivors must contact the research team first. After connecting with us, survivors may choose to refer a support person if they wish, or participate alone. If a survivor prefers not to take part but wants their support provider to participate, this can be arranged with explicit consent from both people. Please reach out if you would like more information on how this works. 

A few important notes: 

• We are not currently enrolling individuals in acute crisis or those navigating an active legal case related to the experience.
• Recruitment partners and organizations supporting outreach are not involved in the study, and your decision to participate will not affect any services you receive.
• Spots are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. If we reach capacity, we will let you know and sincerely appreciate your interest.

 

Why your participation matters: 
Your perspective can help inform better education, strengthen responses to survivors, and contribute to preventing further harm in communities. 

Contact for more information or to participate: 
digital.survivor.research@uottawa.ca