CanadaFederal Government to Extend EI Sickness Benefits From 15 to 26 Weeks00CopyFacebookXTruthGettrLinkedInTelegramEmailSavePrintEmployment, Workforce Development and Disability inclusion Minister Carla Qualtrough rises during Question Period, in Ottawa on Sept. 29, 2022. Adrian Wyld/The Canadian PressThe Canadian Press11/25/2022|Updated: 11/25/20220:00X 1Employment Minister Carla Qualtrough says the federal government is extending employment insurance sickness benefits to 26 weeks, up from 15 weeks.According to a news release, workers applying for EI will be eligible for the more generous benefits starting Dec. 18.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentThe Canadian PressAuthorAuthor’s Selected ArticlesCourt Approves Hudson’s Bay Plan to Auction Its Royal Charter; $18M Bid ExpectedNov 21, 2025Saab CEO Says Plan to Build Gripen Jets in Canada Depends on Ottawa Making an OrderNov 21, 2025Canada Announces $1B for Global Fund to Fight Infectious DiseasesNov 21, 2025Freeland Will Move to UK for New Job at Prestigious Rhodes TrustNov 20, 2025Related Topicsunemployment benefitsCOVID-19Carla QualtroughEI
