Canada Pregnancy and Parental Leaves In conjunction with government benefits, employees are eligible for up to 75% of their base salary for up to 12 months, based on the qualifications for that specific leave type. Pension and Savings GM provides a Defined Contribution Pension Plan for employees. The hourly plan requires a 4% employee contribution, and GM provides a 4% company contribution. If an employee contributes an additional 1%, GM will contribute an additional 2% of pensionable earnings. The salaried plan offers a 4% company contribution and the opportunity for a 4% match contribution toward a registered pension plan. All contributions are capped at current income tax limits. Tuition Assistance Salaried employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement up to a maximum of $8,000 CAD per calendar year for undergraduate, graduate or doctorate-level education. After eight years of service, hourly employees can receive tuition assistance of $1,300 annual reimbursement for each eligible dependent enrolled in a full-time or certificate program at an accredited U.S. or Canadian university or community college. Mexico Pension and Savings GM provides salaried employees with a Defined Benefit Pension Plan provided they meet certain service and age requirements. In addition, all salaried and hourly employees can contribute up to 13% of their salary (or the legal cap) into a Savings Fund each pay period. GM matches the amount up to the legal cap on an annual basis. Other Benefits Salaried employees with at least two years of seniority, and with leadership approval, may be reimbursed for up to 90% of their tuition costs (capped at MXN $100,000/year) based on class performance up to a maximum of three years. GM also provides a scholarship program for hourly employees’ children in the amount of MXN $2,400 to MXN $6,000 per year, depending on the location. In addition, employees receive a food coupon up to a legal cap or 11% of salary, whichever is greater. GM subsidizes a portion of the employees’ meal costs at the on-site cafeteria, as well. For all sites, GM provides a subsidized transportation/bus service for hourly employees. For hourly and salaried employees, GM provides additional vacation days above regulatory requirements and pays above the mandatory requirements for the Christmas bonus and Sunday/ vacation time for certain locations. Brazil Paid Time Off/Additional Assistance Female employees receive 180 days of maternity leave and are eligible for childcare assistance; according to the collective agreement of their locality. Female employees are entitled to a breastfeeding leave for two half-hour periods during the working day, or eight consecutive days after maternity leave until the child is six months old and 30 days of paid rest in the event of a miscarriage; according to the collective agreement of their locality. Tuition Assistance Tuition is paid at 50% for employees’ undergraduate, graduate or doctorate-level education. This is subject to certain requirements, provided there is applicability to their current role and development plan. GM also offers discounts for employees for language schools and universities. Pension and Savings GM provides a Defined Contribution Plan for employees earning a specific base salary. Employees can contribute to the plan, and GM matches 50% of the total basic contribution. In addition, GM provides an additional general contribution for employees earning a specific base salary. China Paid Time Off/Additional Assistance Marriage leave is provided for wedding preparation and honeymoon. Employees can also apply for unpaid personal leave to handle private matters. Employees can use up to 158 days maternity leave. Paternity leave is offered within three months after the birth of a child/children. Employees also receive five days of leave, per child, each year until their child turns three. Sick leave of five or 10 days, based on length of service, is also provided. Local Chinese employees in Beijing can get a winter heating allowance of up to 1,800 yuan per person per year. Employees will also receive a clothing allowance of 500 yuan at the anniversary date of employment. Additionally, an internal housing fund is paid to local employees to support them in purchasing or renting a house. TOTAL REWARDS CONT. Skip Navigation Introduction Reducing Emissions Design for Environment Technology Customers Safety Diverse Workforce Human Rights Supply Chain Communities Governance 2021 SUSTAINABILITY REPORT 74