It is often said that bad things can happen to you even without your cooperation. This also applies to jobs and careers. Shortage of available work, mass layoffs and layoffs, reorganizations and mergers, at a breakneck pace today, anything can happen. When it does, the experience can be devastating for many, made worse when savings aren't enough, debts are high and payments are late.
Being prepared is always the best way to cushion the effects of a loss of income. Having employment insurance allows you to continue enjoying the benefits of an income. Employment Insurance can help you get compassionate care for maternity, sickness, support for a sick family member, baby care, even fishing benefits, and more. others.
To apply for Employment Insurance, simply submit an online application. Employment insurance is paid even when the claimant will receive money while unemployed.
When applying for Employment Insurance, you will be asked for a “Record of Employment” which you will need to obtain from your last employer or proof of employment such as payslips, pay stubs and certification.
Other documents you will need when applying for Employment Insurance will include:
Social Security number. If your SIN number starts with a 9, it means you are an immigrant and you will also need to provide your immigration status and work permit. You will need to provide a record of employment covering the last 52 weeks. When claiming medical and sickness benefits, a medical certificate must be provided. When you apply in person, have your driver's license, passport, or birth certificate ready. Also provide complete banking information.
Checks or canceled checks from your current personal account will be required, as payments will be made directly to that account. When applying for parental benefits, the social insurance number of the other parent will be required.
If you are applying for a compassionate care benefit, a medical certificate must be provided. You will also need to provide your version of the facts surrounding the cause of your unemployment. You will also find a statement of total salary before deductions, including commissions and other benefits, the total amount you will receive, including severance pay, vacation pay, pension, etc.
Do not delay in applying for employment insurance, delaying the application beyond four weeks may result in penalties or the loss of benefits.
If you receive financial assistance from social services while waiting to receive applications for EI benefits, you will have to repay the amount of your EI benefit.
If you are indisposed and cannot apply for EI, a representative by appointment can be assigned to apply for you,
After applying for employment insurance, you will receive a benefit statement by mail, including an access code and the date of your first report. Having an access code does not yet mean that your claim has already been decided. Along with this you will find instructions on how to complete your report.
If you have filed your report with all the required information satisfied, you will begin receiving your EI benefits 28 days after filing.
