Currently we see about 1.8 million to 1.9 million recipients of EI benefits annually. Roughly 1.3 million to 1.4 million receive regular benefits, and about 500,000 receive EI special benefits, so about 800,000 are working while on claim.
Acting Director General, Employment Insurance Policy, Skills and Employment Branch, Department of Employment and Social Development
Currently we see about 1.8 million to 1.9 million recipients of EI benefits annually. Roughly 1.3 million to 1.4 million receive regular benefits, and about 500,000 receive EI special benefits, so about 800,000 are working while on claim.
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