EI Eligibility 2026: Do You Qualify for Employment Insurance?
EI eligibility depends on your insurable hours, why you stopped working, and your region.
Source: official canada.ca page. Estimates on this page are calculated independently.
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Payment dates for 2026 and 2027
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How much will you get
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Who is eligible
- First eligibility point
- Second eligibility point
- Third eligibility point
How to apply and how it is paid
Steps to apply, direct deposit, and where to manage the benefit.
Recent changes
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