Jul 17, 2019
Caregiver benefit for parents of ill children largely misunderstood, according to federal review
An evaluation of a federal benefit to help parents take time off work to care for critically ill children says fewer people have used it...
Nov 21, 2017
Introducing a new Family Caregiver benefit for children
We have made it easier to access benefits for the care of critically ill children under 18. Starting December 3, 2017, any family member...
Jan 12, 2016
Government of Canada increases duration of Employment Insurance compassionate care benefit
GATINEAU, QC, Jan. 4, 2016 /CNW/ - The Honourable MaryAnn Mihychuk, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour, today...
Jun 10, 2013
Employment Insurance special benefits for Parents of Critically Ill Children
Beginning June 9, 2013, eligible parents who take leave from work to provide care or support to their critically ill or injured child can...
Aug 17, 2012
OPACC's involvement with new EI legislation - how it may affect you and what you can do to help!
The federal government recently announced that it will create a new employment insurance (EI) benefit for parents who need to take time...
Aug 8, 2012
EI benefits extended to families of seriously ill children
The federal government intends to follow through with its promise to create a new employment insurance benefit for parents who need to...
Dec 19, 2011
Parliamentary Committee Report Recommends Amending EI for Parents of Children with Cancer
A November 2011 report by the Parliamentary Committee on Palliative and Compassionate Care, entitled Not to be Forgotten: Care of...