Ms. Dancho, thanks for that question.
The logic for that date is that it aligns to when the other temporary measures with respect to the EI program would be in place, including the proposed extension of the number of weeks of regular benefits. New claimants after that date would have to meet the threshold of $7,555, but for any self-employed participant who made a claim before that date, their claim would be established and would continue. They would not see their claims cut off on that date.