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It was created to provide general EI information only.

Please be advised that the Federal Government EI offices (call centre and in-person) will be closed to the general public on the following statutory holidays in 2023:

  • New Year’s Day – Sunday, January 1 (Service centres closed Monday, January 2)
  • Good Friday – Friday, April 7
  • Easter Monday – Monday, April 10
  • Victoria Day – Monday, May 22
  • Canada Day – Saturday, July 1 (Service centres closed Monday, July 3, 2023)
  • Civic Holiday –  Monday, August 7
  • Labour Day – Monday, September 4
  • National Day for Truth and Reconciliation – Saturday, September 30 (Service centres closed Monday, October 2)
  • Thanksgiving Day – Monday, October 9
  • Remembrance Day – Saturday, November 11 (Service centres closed Monday, November 13)
  • Christmas Day – Monday, December 25
  • Boxing Day – Tuesday, December 26
  • 2024 New Year’s Day – Monday, January 1 

Please be advised that EI benefits payment may be delayed due to the holiday closure. For more information, please contact Service Canada benefits program call centre.

Employment Insurance: 1-800-206-7218

Pension CPP/OAS: 1-800-277-9914

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