C-23.1 - Code of ethics and conduct of the Members of the National Assembly

Section 35 Disposition versions

2022-12-02

35. A Member must maintain a good attendance record in carrying out the duties of office. He or she may not be absent from sittings of the National Assembly for an unreasonable length of time without a valid reason.

A Member is not in default of maintaining a good attendance record when absent for the following reasons:

(1)  in connection with the Member’s pregnancy, the birth of the Member’s child or the adoption of a child;

(2)  while on maternity leave, paternity leave or parental leave; or

(3)  because of the state of health of a relative or a person for whom the Member acts as a caregiver.

2010, c. 30, s. 35; 2022, c. 28, s. 8.

2012-01-01

35. A Member must maintain a good attendance record in carrying out the duties of office. He or she may not be absent from sittings of the National Assembly for an unreasonable length of time without a valid reason.

2010, c. 30, s. 35.