In light of the ongoing pandemic, the Federal Government has
extended the following COVID-19 supports:
Employment Insurance
The number of weeks of EI regular benefits available has been
extended by up to 24 weeks to a maximum of 50 weeks for claims that
are made between September 27, 2020, and September 25, 2021.
Canada Recovery Benefit (CRB)
The maximum number of weeks of benefits for CRB has been
increased from 26 to 38 weeks. CRB is available to
self-employed workers or workers who are not eligible for EI but
still need income support.
Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit (CRSB)
The maximum number of weeks of benefits for CRSB has been
increased from two to four weeks. CRSB is available to
workers who are sick or must self-isolate due to COVID-19.
