Travel (Human Resources Policy 17)

This policy statement covers reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses necessarily incurred while traveling on government business away from an employee's normal work location. It applies to employees appointed under the Public Service Act as well as Order in Council appointees.

When business travel is required to achieve program objectives, it is to be planned and carried out in the most efficient and cost effective manner, taking into account economy, travel and accommodation costs, travel time, and other related expenses.

*NOTE* For purposes of this directive, where the terms "Ministry" and "Deputy Minister" are used, these will also include Special Offices, Boards, Commissions and Agencies of the Province and the chief executive officers of these organizations, as applicable.