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What EI Cares About and Why

Overview

This page maps common EI decision areas at a high level. It is intended for orientation only.

Why EI cares about this issue

EI decisions often focus on whether statutory conditions are met for benefits.

High-level decision flow

  • Work history and qualifying conditions
  • Separation from employment
  • Availability and ongoing eligibility
  • Earnings and reporting obligations
  • Placeholder: EI Digest index
  • Placeholder: Key statutory provisions

Glossary terms

  • Qualification
  • Disqualification
  • Allocation