The total number of adoption benefit weeks may be taken by one of the two parents, or shared by agreement between them. These weeks may be taken by the parents simultaneously or in succession.
The table below indicates the maximum number of adoption benefit weeks and percentage of average weekly earnings the parents are entitled to, depending on the plan chosen.
| Type of Benefits | Basic Plan | Special Plan | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum number of benefit weeks | Percentage of average weekly income | Maximum number of benefit weeks | Percentage of average weekly income | |
| Adoption (may be shared between the adoptive parents) |
12 | 70 % | 28 | 75 % |
| 25 (12+25=37) |
55 % | |||
You must agree with your employer on the time of your leave. The Act respecting labour standards has provisions on leave for family events. For more information, contact the Service des renseignements of the Commission des normes du travail (CNT) at one of the following numbers: 1 800 265-1414 (toll-free) or 514 873-7061. You can also visit the CNT website
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To find out the estimated amount of benefits to which you may be entitled, you can try the benefit calculation simulator before applying.
Last update: 2009-06-11
