Updated October 2, 2009
PSAC BC education program – expense entitlements for courses
Per diem: All participants who are not in travel status will receive a $25 per diem.
Loss of Salary: Participants scheduled to work during a course will be reimbursed loss of salary upon completion of an expense claim. A copy of your shift schedule with the hours of work and/or compressed work schedule must be attached. If, however, you do not have a collective agreement in place yet, a pay stub must be submitted. It is important that the classification, level, and step categories under item 6 on the claim be completed as well as the Supervisory Coordinates if applicable.
Meal Allowances for Members in Travel Status *
Breakfast $14.45
Lunch $13.45
Dinner $38.35
Total $65.95
Incidentals (paid if overnight stay reqired) $17.30
Private Accommodation Allowance $50.00
Mileage (if over 300 kms, prior approval must be obtained) .51/km
*Members residing more than 60km outside of the course location will be considered in travel status.
Family Care Expenses
Family Care Expenses: The $50/day should be claimed for family care relating to a day when you would not normally be scheduled to work except Saturdays and Sundays. The hours of care must also be provided, i.e. 9am – 5pm, etc. Please see the reverse of the Family Care Policy form for further details. Please note a receipt must be submitted with the form.
Note that members are entitled to claim expenses related to the care of the following family members who reside on a full or part-time basis with the member:
- A child under 18 years of age
- A person with disabilities
- An adult, who is a dependant, requiring care
Note: If on-site childcare is required, notification must be provided to the Regional Office at least 5 weeks prior to the commencement of the applicable course, school or other education event in order for the request to be considered.
Click Family Care Policy to see the policy or visit the national website for more information about the PSAC Family Care Policy.