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 ArticlesSenate Curbs Spending on Language Training, Spousal TravelOct 03, 2025Marineland Asks Ottawa for Emergency Cash to Feed Whales—or Euthanasia ImminentOct 03, 2025Expect Retaliation After Starbucks Shooting of Organized Crime Figure, Expert SaysOct 03, 2025Negotiations at an Impasse as Second Phase of Transit Strikes in Montreal Nears EndOct 03, 2025Related Topicsunemployment benefitsCOVID-19Carla QualtroughEI
