Difference between revisions of "Qualifying for Employment Insurance (8:III)"

== F. Filing an Application ==

'''Applications should be filed during the first full week of unemployment''' (see [[Checklist for Initial Application for Employment Insurance (8:App A)|'''Appendix A: Checklist for Initial Application for EI Applications''']]). However, as a matter of policy, applications will be automatically “antedated” (see Section [[Benefit Period of Employment Insurance (8:V)|'''V.B: Antedating''']]) for up to four weeks following the week of the interruption of earnings. If the claimant delays longer than this, they may lose benefits unless they are able to show “good cause” for the delay. Because of this, if a claimant cannot get an ROE immediately, they should still go to the nearest Canada Employment Insurance Commission office and complete an application. Usually, the Commission will want to have an ROE before they process the claim. However, claimants should always ensure they apply on time even if they do not yet have their ROE. The Claimant should make efforts to get the ROE from the employer. If the Claimant is unsuccessful, the Commission will contact the employer if the record is not completed on time. If necessary, a claimant may prove their employment history and insurable earnings by filing an application supported by pay slips and cheque stubs, etc.

For general information about filing an application and about the EI system, visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/ei-apply-online.html.