It is the waiting period.
The allocation of the severance remains, for the period of time that they're in receipt of separation, but the benefit period is two periods, which is in excess of the normal entitlement for EI.
On October 8th, 2009. See this statement in context.
October 8th, 2009 / 4 p.m.
Associate Assistant Deputy Minister, Skills and Employment Branch, Department of Human Resources and Skills Development
It is the waiting period.
The allocation of the severance remains, for the period of time that they're in receipt of separation, but the benefit period is two periods, which is in excess of the normal entitlement for EI.
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