Family Forming Benefits
Growing your family is an important chapter – and we’re here to support you along the way. Whether it’s fertility benefits, adoption assistance, or time off to spend with your new family member, our programs are designed to help you navigate this journey with confidence.
Paid Parental Leave
CF Industries provides Paid Parental Leave (PPL) to support your time away from work to bond with your new family member – whether they be newborn or newly adopted.
Eligibility*
Regular, active full-time employees are eligible for CF Paid Maternity top-up and Paid Parental Leave top-up (PPL) benefits after the completion of 12 months of service. This leave applies to both birth moms and non-birth parents.
Benefit Amount
The amount you receive is based on the difference between your regular base pay and the benefits you’re entitled to under Employment Insurance (EI).
CF Industries’ Maternity and Paid Parental Leave provides 100% of base pay for up to 15 weeks. Birth mothers receive 13 weeks of full pay under Maternity Leave and may apply for an additional two weeks of top-up through CF paid Parental Leave, for a total of 15 weeks of paid leave. Non-birth parents are eligible for up to two weeks of paid leave at 100% of base pay under Paid Parental Leave.
Your CF Maternity and Paid Parental Leave works in coordination with Employment Insurance (EI) to prevent duplication of benefits.
Please note, there is a total of one-week waiting period for Employment Insurance per family per leave. During this time, Paid Parental top-up benefits will be paid by CF Industries.
Requirements
Employees must apply and be approved for Employment Insurance prior to submitting an application for top-up benefits.
Once the employment insurance (EI) has been obtained, employees will provide their employment insurance to their local Human Resources Representative in order to calculate your top-up benefit. Employees must also provide at least a 90-day notice and must take their leave within six months after the birth or adoption of their child.
How to Apply
You are required to apply for leave by contacting your immediate supervisor and local Human Resources representative with your LOA Form at least 90 days in advance of the expected due date or adoption placement date. All leave periods are subject to manager review and approval. Please visit The Loop to confirm the specific time constraints of applying for Maternity and Paid Parental Leave based on your work location in Canada.
*Please be aware that determined ineligibility for the CF Parental Top-Up Benefit does not impact an employee’s eligibility for statutory entitlements pursuant to applicable employment standards legislation.
Adoption Assistance Program
If you are interested in adoption, you may be eligible for reimbursement of up to $10,000 from CF Industries for Qualified Adoption Expenses. This can include adoption agency fees, legal fees, travel costs and more. To learn more about this program, search ‘Adoption Assistance Program’ on The Loop to review the HR Policy.
Sun Life Fertility Benefits
CF Industries offers a range of fertility benefits for those enrolled in health coverage through Sun Life.
Fertility treatment medications are covered up to a lifetime maximum of $2,500 per person. In addition to the fertility drugs, fertility treatments are also covered up to a lifetime maximum of $20,000 per person.
For additional information, or to review/discuss coverage for specific fertility treatments, please contact Sun Life by calling 800-361-6212.