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2026 Easter Monday EI Payment Delay: Everything You Need to Know

Are you wondering why your Employment Insurance (EI) payment hasn’t arrived? In 2026, Easter Monday falls on April 6, causing a nationwide shift in Service Canada’s payment processing schedule.

Official 2026 Easter Payment Calendar

If You Reported On:	Expect Payment By:
April 3 – April 5, 2026	April 7 or 8, 2026
Monday, April 6 (Easter Monday)	April 8 or 9, 2026

Information Source: Government of Canada – EI Reporting Guide

Key Factors for April 2026

Bank Closures: All major Canadian banks (TD, RBC, Scotiabank, BMO, CIBC) observe the holiday weekend.
Service Canada: Offices are closed on April 3 and April 6, 2026.
Relief Extensions: Certain EI extensions for long-tenured workers and the waiting period waiver remain in effect until April 11, 2026.

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If you want to stay on top of every federal benefit payment date in 2026, we’ve put together a clear and easy-to-follow guide to help you plan ahead with confidence. Explore the full schedule and make sure you never miss a payment by checking out the 2026 Federal Government Benefit Payment Calendar.

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