Welcome to UnemploymentCanada.ca

This blogsite is created by a team of knowledgeable Employment Insurance program experts. Our goal is to provide general information on the Canadian Employment Insurance program. For unemployed people to better understand their rights on EI and provide helpful resources for them to succeed during their career transition.

Please be advised that this site is not a government website.
It is created to provide general pension information only.

EI topics

What if my employer refuses to issue my ROE?

What if my employer refuses to issue my ROE?...
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How to renew or re-activate my EI claim

How to renew or re-activate my EI claim...
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How to properly fill a Record of Employment?

How to properly fill a ROE for employee In many circumstances, your employee’s EI benefits will suffer some delay during application because of missing or illegible information on the ROE. A properly filled ROE can help EI office to process claimant’s claim in a timely manner.  Here are the most common mistake employers make on...
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How to appeal my EI decision

How to appeal my EI decision?...
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How severance pay affects my EI payment

When should I apply for my EI if I receive a severance package from my company? If you have received a severance package, make sure you know if it’s a lump sum payment or if you are on salary continuance. In a situation where you received a lump sum payment, you will most likely receive...
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8 easy steps to contact EI call centre agent

8 easy steps to contact EI call centre agent...
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 Record of Employment

The Record of Employment (ROE) is the single most important document in Employment Insurance. Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) uses the information on the ROE to determine whether a person qualifies for EI benefits, the benefit rate and the duration of the claim. The ROE also plays an important role in controlling the misuse of EI funds. A ROE must be issued even if the employee has no intention of filing a claim for EI benefits.

To learn more about your ROEclick here