I want to go to anyone here. How would you describe what is occurring with respect to EI premiums when an increase occurs? In this instance, you would consider it a payroll increase for premiums, which I would suggest is an increase in taxes.
Does the EI board actually have discretion in this case? My understanding of the rules is that they have to keep the fund in balance, and if they go into deficit or below, they have to raise premiums, and so on. Is the fund in deficit or not? Does this board actually have discretion? The government announced increased premiums in the budget. Is the board making that decision, or is there no discretion left?