GitLab Canada Corp

GitLab Canada Corp benefits specific to Canada based team members.

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Clear benefits, real support

At GitLab, we believe team member benefits should be simple to understand and there when you need them. Our comprehensive coverage gives you clarity and confidence so you can focus on your work and life.

Health & Wellbeing Coverage

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Comprehensive health coverage through ManuLife with no cost to you. GitLab covers 100% of premiums for team members, spouses, dependents, and domestic partners.

Eligibility

  • All GitLab Canada Corp team members
  • Coverage effective from hire date
  • Spouses, dependents, and domestic partners eligible

Key Features

  • Complete medical, dental, and vision coverage at no cost
  • Separate plans for Quebec (Plan B- English & Plan B- French) and other provinces (Plan A- English & Plan A- French)
  • WorldCare Medical Second Opinion service
  • Personalized Prescribing genetic testing reimbursement
  • 24/7 TELUS Health Virtual Care in English and French
  • Earn Aeroplan Points

How to Enroll

  1. Choose coverage level (individual or family)
  2. Email decision to total-rewards@gitlab.com
  3. Complete ManuLife registration when invitation arrives
  4. Access benefits at portal.manulife.ca

Resources

Questions?

Financial Security & Retirement

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Build your financial future with GitLab’s Group RRSP through Canada Life. Employer matching up to 3% of base salary (maximum $2,500 CAD annually).

Eligibility

  • All full-time team members (30+ hours per week)
  • Effective from start date or November 1, 2021 (whichever is later)

How to Enroll

  1. Visit mycanadalifeatwork.com
  2. Use enrollment express PDF and video guide
  3. Set contributions: First 3% in “Member” field, additional in “Member Voluntary”
  4. Choose beneficiary (separate from life insurance)

Important Notes

  • Contribution changes allowed anytime (1-2 payroll cycles to reflect)
  • You’re responsible for tracking personal RRSP contribution limits
  • Bonus contributions: Request through HelpLab before payroll cutoff
  • Transfers & withdrawals available April 2025

Questions?

Canada Pension Plan (CPP)

GitLab makes employer contributions to CPP on your behalf.

Life & Family Protection

Life Insurance & AD&D

  • Benefit: 2x annual earnings (max $500,000)
  • Reductions: 50% at age 65, terminates at age 71
  • Beneficiaries: Designate through ManuLife portal using these instructions

Long Term Disability

  • Waiting Period: 90 days
  • Benefit: 66.67% of monthly earnings (max $12,500)
  • Duration: To age 65 with 2-year own occupation definition

Parental Leave

GitLab supplements government benefits to provide 100% salary for up to 16 weeks.

Benefits

  • GitLab top-up to reach 100% salary if receiving Employment Insurance
  • Full 100% salary if ineligible for Employment Insurance
  • Provincial compliance with statutory requirements
Provincial Entitlements

Maternity Leave:

  • Ontario: 17 weeks | Quebec: 18 weeks | BC: 17 weeks | Alberta: 16 weeks | Manitoba: 17 weeks

Parental Leave:

  • Ontario: 61-63 weeks | Quebec: 65 weeks | BC: 62 weeks | Alberta: 62 weeks | Manitoba: 63 weeks
How to Apply
  1. Select “Parental Leave” in Workday (6+ weeks advance notice)
  2. Submit health certificate to leaves@domain.com (if pregnant)
  3. Apply for government benefits:
  4. Access ROE through My Service Canada Account

Time Away & Leave

GitLab’s comprehensive PTO policy provides flexible time off while ensuring compliance with provincial statutory requirements.

Key Features

  • Flexible PTO: No set annual limit - take time off as needed with manager coordination
  • Advance Notice: Coordinate with manager at least twice as many days in advance as total days requested (e.g., 6 business days notice for 3 days off)
  • Provincial Compliance: Statutory minimums automatically tracked and managed
  • Usage: Designate all vacation time as “Paid Time Off” in Workday

Statutory Vacation Minimums by Province

  • All Provinces (except SK, QC, ON): 2 weeks after 1 year / 3 weeks after 5 years (4% vacation pay first 5 years, 6% after)
  • Quebec: 2 weeks first year, 3 weeks after 3 years (4% pay first 3 years, 6% after)
  • Saskatchewan: 3 weeks after 1 year / 4 weeks after 10 years (6% pay first 9 years, 8% after)
  • Ontario: 2 weeks after 1 year / 3 weeks after 5 years (4% pay first 5 years, 6% after)

How to Request Time Off

  1. Discuss plans with your manager with appropriate advance notice
  2. Coordinate with team to ensure coverage
  3. Submit request in Workday using “Paid Time Off” category
  4. Set up out-of-office responses and coverage plans

Sick Leave

GitLab Canada Corp Entitlement

  • Annual Allowance: 10 days per year (3 days available after first month of employment)
  • Usage: For illness, medical appointments, or caring for sick family members
  • Reporting: Designate time as “Out Sick” in Workday for proper tracking

Provincial Statutory Requirements

  • Ontario: 3 days job-protected unpaid sick leave (after 2+ weeks employment)
  • Quebec: 2 days paid absence per calendar year

Extended Sick Leave (5+ days)

  • GitLab supplements pay up to 100% of regular salary for up to 25 working days
  • Additional 25 working days available for family care if not covered by provincial benefits
  • Contact Absence Management team at leaves@domain.com
  • Medical documentation may be required per local requirements
Provincial Leave Types and Request

Each province offers comprehensive leave entitlements including bereavement, family responsibility, critical illness, domestic violence, and specialized circumstances.

How to Request

  1. Contact leaves@domain.com
  2. Submit request in Workday
  3. Provide required documentation

For detailed provincial leave information, see:

Personal Travel Assistance

Emergency travel assistance including up to $5,000 trip cancellation coverage.

Managing Life Changes

Adding Dependents

Life Events: Marriage, birth/adoption, death of spouse/child, loss of coverage, student status changes

Process

  • Existing dependents: Add through ManuLife Portal
  • First dependent: Email total-rewards@gitlab.com with full name, DOB, gender, coverage info

Dependent Definition

  • Legally married/common-law spouses
  • Children under 21 (under 25 if full-time students with proof)
When Coverage Ends
  • Benefits cease on termination date
  • Conversion options available (contact SC Insurance within 30-60 days)
  • LTD coverage continues 24 months following total disability

Quick Reference

Key Contacts

New Team Member Checklist

  • Choose coverage level and email total-rewards@gitlab.com
  • Register for ManuLife when invitation arrives
  • Set up RRSP at mycanadalifeatwork.com
  • Designate beneficiaries for life insurance and RRSP
  • Download ManuLife mobile app
  • Review provincial leave entitlements

This summary provides key benefit information. Complete terms are in official policy documents. For detailed coverage, refer to linked resources.

Need help? Contact HelpLab or visit the People Operations page.

Last modified November 3, 2025: Handbook Simplification Project Canada Corp Benefits (e21ce879)
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