We’d like to give you an update on this exception and how it affects members who were on statutory leave - if the statutory leave ends, you can start a new lay-off period. You can continue coverage for all benefits for up to three months, or the period highlighted in your contract.

What you need to know:

• If your employee is on a statutory leave, you must continue their benefits.
• If a member’s leave ends and they don’t return to work, you can start a new temporary lay-off period. This is only if you maintain the employment relationship.

Questions? We’re here to help.

For Clients with less than 50 employees, please contact your Client Service Administrator at 1-877-786-7227.

For Clients with more than 50 employees, please contact your Sun Life Group Benefits representative.

Please check out our Group Benefits COVID-19 website daily for updates.