CanadaFederal Government to Extend EI Sickness Benefits From 15 to 26 WeeksSavePrintEmployment, 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 ArticlesMontreal Polar Plunge Fans Want Access to Beach Along St. Lawrence RiverDec 31, 2025Young Girl Identified as Victim Who Died After Shootout Involving Police in NunavikDec 31, 2025Nardwuar Becomes First ‘Human Serviette’ Appointed to Order of CanadaDec 31, 2025Jobs, Economy Top Voters’ Priorities at the End of a Turbulent 2025: Nanos PollDec 31, 2025Related Topicsunemployment benefitsCOVID-19Carla QualtroughEI
