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Federal Government to Extend EI Sickness Benefits From 15 to 26 Weeks

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Federal Government to Extend EI Sickness Benefits From 15 to 26 Weeks
Employment, Workforce Development and Disability inclusion Minister Carla Qualtrough rises during Question Period, in Ottawa on Sept. 29, 2022. Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press
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Employment 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.

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