What this benefit is and who administers it
Employment Insurance (EI) sickness benefits are income support provided by the Government of Canada. If you can't work for medical reasons, these benefits can provide up to 26 weeks of financial assistance.
The program is administered by the federal government and information is published on Canada.ca. It applies across Canada.
How much you can receive
The official page states that you could receive 55% of your earnings, up to a maximum of $729 a week.
This is the maximum listed on the official page. The actual amount depends on your individual earnings.
What counts as a medical reason
The official page lists the following medical reasons:
- Illness
- Injury
- Quarantine
- Any medical condition that prevents you from working
What proof you need
The official page states that you must get a medical certificate showing that you're unable to work for medical reasons and for approximately how long.
This certificate is a required document for the application.
Check with your employer first
The official page states that some employers provide their own paid sick leave or short-term disability plan.
The official page states that before you apply for EI sickness benefits, you should check with your employer to find out if they have a plan in place.
If you have a long-term or permanent disability
The official page states that if your medical condition is expected to be long-term or permanent, you may be eligible for other benefits, such as:
- Canada Pension Plan disability benefits
- Disability benefits under the Québec Pension Plan
Health complications during pregnancy
The official page states that if you have health complications during pregnancy, you could be eligible for sickness benefits or maternity benefits.
The official page states that you must meet the conditions for each benefit.
About the hours of work requirement
The official material provided does not list the specific number of hours required to qualify for EI sickness benefits. This information is not listed on the official page. Please refer to the official page at the time of application.
About application steps and where to apply
The official material provided does not list specific application steps or application channels. This information is not listed on the official page. Please refer to the official page at the time of application.
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