The Emergency Financial Assistance Fund (EFAF) is in place to help Unit 1 members deal with unexpected expenses.
The criteria for disbursement for the fund are based on expenses not covered by OHIP or UHIP, and are as follows:
Medical:
- Dental and Vision emergencies;
- Ambulance expenses;
- Cane, cast, crutches, splints, and wheelchair rentals;
- Hospital expenses.
Domestic
- Utilities (hydro, gas, water, internet);
- Groceries;
- Technology (tablet, laptop).
- Rent Relief
Childcare (Dependents from birth to twelve (12) years)
- Home childcare emergency;
- Outside childcare cost relief;
- Childcare necessities (diapers, clothes, food, breast pump);
Force Majeure
- Fire, water, and wind damage to residences and/or cars (this does not include rental cars or expenses covered by rental agreements);
- Theft.
- Any medical emergency expenses for children not covered by OHIP and UHIP.
Emergency Transportation (This criterion is limited to in-town and in-province travel for emergencies)
- Car rental;
- Cab fare;
- Public transportation.
Please note:
Every Unit 1 member can claim up to and including a maximum of $500 per academic year. Members have coverage up to One (1) year after their last work assignment;
Claims (with supporting documents) and a completed EFAF application form must be sent to efaf@cupe3913.on.ca;
The message must include employee number (found on paystubs) and full and current mailing address.
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact the President or the Administration and Finance Coordinator.