For any general questions or application process relating to GIDIP, please contact our GIDIP Trustee Terry Carlucci (Terry@unifor2002.org) for any further information.
*Please use your personal email when corresponding with Terry. On your initial email please include your full name, employee#, a valid phone number for call back.
RETURN BACK TO WORK
If you are returning to work, please email ITOYYZworkforceperformance@aircanada.ca and advise your return-to-work date. Please include your full name and employee number.
Before a Shift Bid Commence: If you are planning to return to work within the first 90 days of the bid, you, must email ITOYYZworkforceperformance@aircanada.ca to advise your return-to-work date and that you wish to participate in the bid. Please include your full name and employee number.
Work Accommodation: Please send an email ITOYYZworkforceperformance@aircanada.ca
GIDIP VS WSIB (Knowing the difference)
GIDIP = Group Insurance Disability Income Plan
- Non-work related injuries or illness
WSIB = Workplace Safety and Insurance Board
- Work related injuries and illness
Open the file below to see comparison chart between GIDIP vs WSIB.
RESOURCES:
https://mailchi.mp/unifor2002/air-canada-cssayour-gidip-benefits?e=4665c7f0c0
The Unifor Local 2002 Group Insurance Disability Income Plan (GIDIP) is a trust fund to help protect you and your family from an unexpected illness or accident that leaves you unable to work and earn an income. The Trust is operated at arm’s length from the Local Union and the administrative duties are managed by Canadian Benefits Consulting Group Ltd.
GIDIP BOOKLET FOR Air Canada CSSA
- Instructions for Members & Employers for submission of a GIDIP Short-Term Disability Claim
- Your GIDIP Benefits at a glance
- What is expected of you when claiming Short Term Disability
- Letter of Authorization When Claiming Short Term Benefits
- Understanding your insurance
UNIFOR LOCAL 2002 GIDIP BOARD OF TRUSTEE
https://www.unifor2002.org/Services-Departments/GIDIP
The trust fund is overseen by 5 Trustees appointed by the Unifor Local 2002 Executive Board. If you have questions about your GIDIP plan, please contact your trustee.
Pacific Region
Ross McConkey
Tel: (604) 295-4220
Western Region
Astrid Metzler
Tel: (403) 828-1584
Central Region
Terry Carlucci
(available via email)
Eastern Region
Sophia Michailidis
Tel: (514) 744-5228
Atlantic Region
Martin Melanson
Tel: (506) 875-4902