Employment Insurance (EI) Caregiving Benefits: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to access financial support if you need to take time off work to care for a critically ill family member.
This program provides financial support to people who must take time away from their jobs to care for a family member who is critically ill.
Who it's for
This benefit is for individuals who need to leave their employment to provide care for a family member facing a critical illness.
What you get
Depending on the person you are caring for, you can receive benefits for a set period of time. You may be eligible for up to 35 weeks of benefits if you are caring for a child, or up to 15 weeks if you are caring for an adult.
What it costs you
To access these benefits, you must have worked enough hours to meet the required employment insurance eligibility standards. You will also need to provide a medical certificate to support your claim.
The catch to know
While the benefits are paid out by the federal government, the process requires cooperation from your employer.
How to apply
- Gather your medical documentation and proof of your work hours.
- Complete the application through the official government website.
- Submit your claim and wait for a decision from the government body.
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/caregiving.html