On November 25, 2022, the Government of Canada announced the Employment Insurance (EI) sickness benefit would be permanently extended to 26 weeks from 15, effective December 18, 2022. Individuals who qualify and establish a new claim on or after December 18, 2022, will be able to receive up to 26 weeks of EI sickness benefits. […]
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Changes to Employment Insurance (EI) Waiting Period Begin January 1, 2017
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UPDATE: Changes to Employment Insurance (EI) Waiting Period Begin January 1, 2017 The 2016 Federal Budget introduced significant changes to Employment Insurance eligibility and benefits in response to fluctuating unemployment rates. Most notably, the waiting period for EI benefits, including sickness benefits, has changed from 2-weeks (14 days) to 1-week (7 days). The benefit payment […]