EI Expert
Melyssa Thomas is a seasoned expert in Canada’s Employment Insurance (EI) program with years of experience helping EI claimants navigate the complexities of the system. Renowned for her deep understanding of EI policies and procedures, Melyssa has assisted countless individuals by answering their questions and providing clear, practical information about eligibility, benefits, and appeals. Her dedication to empowering Canadians with the knowledge they need to confidently manage their claims has made her a trusted resource in the field of employment insurance.
MARCH 23, 2023 MARIO TONEGUZZI BUSINESSNEWS “In January, 375,000 Canadians received regular Employment Insurance (EI) benefits, down by 20,000 (-5.0 per cent) from December 2022 and the lowest number of regular EI beneficiaries on record since comparable data became available in 1997, outside of the period...
Jamie Golombek  Published Dec 29, 2022 Jamie Golombek: Many important tax figures have been substantially increased for 2023 Given the high inflation we experienced in 2022, many of the important tax figures have been substantially increased for 2023. Here are the new...
Since the Christmas holidays fall under Sunday 25th and Monday (Boxing Day) 26th, the Employment Insurance office will be closed on Monday December 26th and 27th, 2022. If you complete your EI report over the Christmas weekend, you will receive...
Workers applying for EI will be eligible for the more generous benefits starting Dec. 18 Nojoud Al Mallees · The Canadian Press · Posted: Nov 25, 2022 The federal government is extending employment insurance sickness benefits to 26 weeks, up from 15 weeks, Employment...
The Government of Canada has made the decision to declare Monday, September 19th, 2022, as a national holiday for the Queen’s funeral. All EI claimants (regular or special) may experience a delay of one or two business days in receiving...
Diane Peters, Special to CTVNewsToronto.ca | Published Sept. 14, 2022 With more people returning to the office and with concerns about an economic slowdown –  31,000 jobs were lost in July – now’s a good time to get a handle on your employment rights....
NEWS PROVIDED BY Unifor Aug 19, 2022 The stark drop in workers disqualified from Employment Insurance during COVID-19 shows that the pandemic EI measures should be renewed, says Unifor. “The report confirms what workers have been telling the federal government for...
By Gene Pereira  Published July 12, 2022 The Oakville Chamber of Commerce is cautioning the federal government that now is not the time to increase Employment Insurance (EI) premiums on businesses. The Canadian government is looking at possible changes to the...
Ukraine immigration measures: Financial assistance The federal government is offering financial assistance to help newly arrived Ukrainian families who are in Canada under the Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel (CUAET). The assistance is a one-time, non-taxable benefit. It’s to take...
Elizabeth Thompson · CBC News · Posted: Jun 24, 2022 Many students who got CERB should have applied for the lower paying Canada Emergency Student Benefit Nearly 100,000 students asked to repay CERB benefits they claimed during the COVID-19 pandemic could soon get a break....
The Canadian Press Published Monday, June 13, 2022 12:31PM EDT Nearly one in four homeowners say they will have to sell their home if interest rates go up further, according to a new debt survey from Manulife Bank of Canada....
Employment and Social Development Canada – Service Canada Gatineau, Québec – 22 Varennes Street PM-01 – Passport Officers Permanent and temporary positions – in-person $54,878 to $61,379 For further information on the organization, please visit Employment and Social Development Canada Closing date:...
By Simon Little & John Hua Global News Posted May 25, 2022 Backlogs and bottlenecks in passport processing through Service Canada appear to be causing problems for clients seeking other core services through the facilities, such as death benefits or employment insurance. Lower...
Since January 2022, residents of British Columbia are entitled to an additional 5 paid sick days, paid by their employer, in addition to the 3 unpaid sick days provided by the Employment Standards Act. Eligibility The paid sick leave entitlement...
Effective April 29, 2022, we expanded the program to better help people who may face challenges finding stable jobs such as gig workers, youth and people on social assistance. If you have been unemployed for six months or longer, and...
Employment Insurance for Apprentices – Update If you are an apprentice leaving work for the sole purpose of attending full-time technical training, you may be eligible for Employment Insurance (EI) benefits, and your employer can help you receive your EI...
Miriam Katawazi CTV News Toronto Multi-Platform Writer | May 12, 2022 An Ontario driver who got a $495 ticket is warning people about a rule he says he didn’t know still existed after the province dropped licence plate renewal fees....
Employment Insurance office has temporarily waive earning allocation received between September 26th, 2021 to September 24th, 2022Â on the following income received upon separation: Accumulated sick leave credits Bonus Damages for wrongful dismissal Retirement payments Severance pay Statutory holiday pay Vacation...
CRA Free tax clinics overview The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) has existed since 1971 and is a longstanding partnership between the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), and community organizations and their volunteers. In the province of Québec, the program...
$20 a month high-speed Internet will help connect hundreds of thousands of low-income families and seniors April 4, 2022 – Ottawa, Ontario Canadians need access to high-quality Internet services at affordable prices. Through the Connecting Families initiative, the Government of Canada, in partnership...
Our team has discovered that the federal government is going to increase EI sickness benefit weeks from 15 weeks to 52 weeks. Bill C-215 proposes to increase the maximum number of weeks for employment insurance sickness benefits due to a...
About 60 per cent of Canadians surveyed in a recent poll by Ipsos done exclusively for Global News say they’re concerned they might not have enough money to feed their family, a percentage that’s up 16 per cent from a...
ANDREA YU | March 7, 2022 This article is part of a package produced by the Globe Women’s Collective aligned to International Women’s Day and this year’s theme of #BreakTheBias. Faye Pang had already given notice of her upcoming pregnancy...
Employment Insurance (EI) caregiving benefits provide financial assistance while you’re away from work to care for or support a critically ill or injured person or someone needing end-of-life care. You could receive 55% of your earnings, up to a maximum...
You must apply to your Employment Insurance benefits as soon as the day after you have stopped working. EI allows up to 3 weeks grace period for a late application to be processed based on the day after your last...
Service Canada email request If you are unable to reach EI call centre, there is an alternative way. Service Canada started an eform service. You can send them a message through their online E-form portal. Service Canada centre agents will...
Postmedia News Publishing date: Jan 31, 2022 Employment Insurance recipients in Canada are waiting months to receive their benefits instead of the promised 28 days. Blacklock’s Reporter said MPs are complaining about the lack of response from federal call centres despite...
Alberta child and family benefit (ACFB) The Alberta child and family benefit (ACFB) is a tax-free amount paid to families that have children under 18 years of age. Payment dates: February 27, 2023 May 26, 2023 August 25, 2023 November...
Benefits increase The Federal Government has decided to increase the number of benefit weeks for the EI sickness benefits. It will increase from 15 weeks to 26 weeks. The 26 weeks sickness benefits will only apply to claims that start...
Want to be part of the 2021 Census? We are looking for Administrative Assistants (new!) Closing date: 2021-07-20 Statistics Canada Calgary (Alberta), Edmonton (Alberta), Prince George (British Columbia), Kelowna (British Columbia), Victoria (British Columbia), Surrey (British Columbia), Vancouver (British Columbia),...