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by Anonymous on October 3rd, 2006

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Would it be acceptable for an employee to take a day's holiday from their main job in order to do other paid or voluntary work unconnected with their main job?

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  • by TBURG2 on October 3rd, 2006

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    If you are taking a "holiday" day, then why should they care?

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  • by Ullyses on October 3rd, 2006

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    Canadian Public Sector workers are getting a raw deal. My employer lets me have 3 days to help out with D of E, and they help out with some of the costs of the children doing it (equipment, tents, etc). It benefits my work, because I stay loyal to them, I stay fit(tish) to continue helping with D of E, and I learn leadership, teamworking skills that can be utilised at my work.

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  • by yoho05 reminds you to DYOH on October 3rd, 2006

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    As long as you are open with your employer about it and there are no ethical conflicts involved, I don't see why it wouldn't be acceptable.

    In fact, in the Public Service of Canada, employees are entitled to one day of special leave each year to perform volunteer work.

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  • by AntigoneRising on October 3rd, 2006

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    I'm American, and - as long as what I'm doing doesn't violate my noncompete agreement - with my company it is my business and my discretion how to use my personal time.

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