In terms of qualifying, they accumulate qualification at the same rate. In terms of benefit payouts, however, if someone meets the qualifications for unemployment during, say, that six-month period, they would be eligible for unemployment insurance.
Director General, Employment Insurance Policy, Employment Programs Policy and Design Branch, Department of Human Resources and Social Development
In terms of qualifying, they accumulate qualification at the same rate. In terms of benefit payouts, however, if someone meets the qualifications for unemployment during, say, that six-month period, they would be eligible for unemployment insurance.
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