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Canada EI maternity and parental leave benefits infographic showing the 600 insurable hours eligibility requirement

How Does Maternity and Parental Leave Work in Canada? (EI Benefits Explained)

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Canada’s maternity and parental leave system surprises a lot of newcomers — not because it’s ungenerous (it’s substantially more generous ...

3 Temporary EI Rules End April 11, 2026: Waiting Period Waiver, Severance Treatment, and Up to 65 Weeks for Some Workers

3 Temporary EI Rules End April 11, 2026: Waiting Period Waiver, Severance Treatment, and Up to 65 Weeks for Some Workers

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Updated July 2026. Three temporary Employment Insurance measures introduced to support workers during a period of economic disruption expired as ...

Maximum Employment Insurance (EI) Benefit in Canada for 2026

Maximum Employment Insurance (EI) Benefit in Canada for 2026

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Employment Insurance (EI) benefit limits and premium rates change every year. For 2026, the Government of Canada has confirmed higher ...

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