Mr. Paul Thompson at the Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities Committee

On October 6th, 2009. See this statement in context.

October 6th, 2009 / 4 p.m.

Associate Assistant Deputy Minister, Skills and Employment Branch, Department of Human Resources and Skills Development

Yes, all that's taken into account is the use of regular benefits, so that would not include use of all the special benefits. Included in special benefits are maternity, parental, sickness, and compassionate care benefits. In addition, I would add that our work-sharing program is not included in the calculation of use of EI benefits.

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