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Employment Insurance (EI) provides temporary financial assistance to eligible individuals who are unemployed through no fault of their own. This can include those who have lost their job, as well as individuals who are unable to work due to specific life events such as pregnancy, caring for a newborn or adopted child, or providing care for a critically ill or injured family member. EI aims to support you during periods when you cannot work, helping you maintain financial stability.

Who Qualifies for Employment Insurance?

To be eligible for EI benefits, you generally must have worked a minimum number of insurable hours and meet specific criteria:

• You were laid off or lost your job without fault on your part (e.g., due to a temporary project ending, a leave vacancy, or lack of opportunity despite being qualified).
• You have accumulated between 420 and 700 insurable hours of employment.
• The benefit amount you receive will be calculated based on your previous earnings, your region of residence, and the local unemployment rate.
• You are pregnant, have recently given birth, or are caring for a newborn or adopted child (maternity/parental benefits).
• You are taking leave to care for a critically ill or injured family member (compassionate care or family caregiver benefits).
• You earn a living through fishing (special benefits for fishers).

What Are Your Responsibilities While Receiving EI Benefits?

To continue receiving EI benefits, you must strictly adhere to the following rules:

• Be capable of and available for work at all times.
• Actively search for employment and keep a detailed record of your job search efforts, including employers you have contacted.
• Submit accurate records of any earnings during your benefit period, including income from self-employment.
• Submit all claimant requests and reports on time.
• Inform the EI office immediately if you are no longer available for work or unable to work.
• Notify the EI office if you plan to leave your home area.