Contact Information
Office Phone | 1-800-206-7218, English, toll free ; 1-800-808-6352, French, toll free |
TTY Phone | 1-800-529-3742, Toll free |
Website | www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html |
Site Information
Located In Community | Ottawa |
Address & Map | |
Physical Access | Not Applicable |
Description and Service Details
Description (Service) | Temporary financial assistance and support in finding new employment
Basic benefit rate is 55% of average insured earnings up to a maximum amount. In 2022, the maximum amount is $638 per week.
Special Benefits:
Maternity or parental benefits
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Hours | Telephone information service Mon-Sun 24 hours |
Areas Served | Canada |
Eligibility |
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Application | Apply online at https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/ei-apply-online.html * it takes approximately 60 minutes to complete the application |
Languages | English; French |
Categories and Classification
Service Categories | Career Change Counselling ; Employment Insurance ; Employment Insurance ~ COVID-19 ; Job Information ; Vocational Assessment |
Older Adult Main Categories | FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE |
Older Adult Sub-Categories | Assistance Programs |