No. This is an estimated number for a full year. We are basing ourselves on observations made in 2006, on data compiled for 2006, taking into account the increase in the unemployment rate. We found that on annual basis—taking into account all those who begin receiving EI and those who stop receiving EI—120,000 clients meet the definition of “long-tenured worker” and will exhaust their benefits.
On October 27th, 2009. See this statement in context.