Apply for Employment Insurance benefits. Find out the eligibility requirements for workers, self-employed people and Canadians living abroad.

May 21, 2025 · If you lose your job through no fault of your own and worked enough hours during the year, you may be eligible for Employment Insurance (EI) benefits. You must meet specific criteria to …

Dec 4, 2025 · Employment Insurance (EI) is an unemployment insurance program in Canada that allows individuals who have recently lost a job to receive temporary financial assistance.

Sign up for direct deposit when you apply for EI benefits. You have chosen to complete your application in English. You will not be able to change to French once you start your online session. If you wish to …

Sep 22, 2025 · Employment Insurance (EI) is an essential social program of government benefits in Canada. Our guide will explain everything you need to know about EI in Canada, including eligibility, …

The basic rate for EI benefits is 55% of your weekly income, up to $668 per week. You can receive benefits for up to 50 weeks. You must have contributed to EI during your employment as a self …

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Feb 28, 2025 · Employment Insurance (EI) provides income support for unemployed Canadians, as well as Canadians who are temporarily away from work due to various life events. Canadians who would …

The Employment Insurance (EI) program provides temporary income support to unemployed workers while they look for employment or to upgrade their skills.

To find out if you're eligible to receive EI regular benefits, you must submit an application. The online application takes about 1 hour to complete. If you don't complete the application all at once, you can …