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The EI program is run by the federal government department of Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC). Its website ([http://www.esdc.gc.ca www.esdc.gc.ca]) has general information, including a link to apply online. | The EI program is run by the federal government department of Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC). Its website ([http://www.esdc.gc.ca www.esdc.gc.ca]) has general information, including a link to apply online. | ||
For detailed information on EI, including types of benefits available, how to apply, how much and how long you can collect, how to appeal an EI decision, and the ''Employment Insurance Act'', check the Service Canada website at [http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca www.servicecanada.gc.ca] – click on “[ | For detailed information on EI, including types of benefits available, how to apply, how much and how long you can collect, how to appeal an EI decision, and the ''Employment Insurance Act'', check the Service Canada website at [http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca www.servicecanada.gc.ca] – click on “[http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/sc/ei/index.shtml Employment Insurance]”. The “[http://http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/ei/faq/faq_index_individuals.shtml Frequently Asked Questions]” (FAQ) section is a good starting point. As well, the “[http://http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/ei/digest/table_of_contents.shtml Employment Insurance Digest of Benefit Entitlement Principles]” is important. ESDC uses this digest—and the law and regulations—when deciding on EI claims. | ||
You can also call Service Canada at 1.800.206.7218. | You can also call Service Canada at 1.800.206.7218. | ||
