Employment Insurance Compassionate Care Benefits
Employment Insurance (EI) provides Compassionate Care Benefits to persons who have to be away from work temporarily to provide care or support to a family member who is gravely ill with a significant risk of death.
Current application processing time: 28 days
Delivered by: Service Canada
Eligibility Information
Am I eligible?
Who is considered a family member?
Do I qualify for other Government of Canada benefits?
Application Information
How do I apply?
What information/documents do I need to apply?
What is the status of my application?
How do I appeal a decision?
Payment Information
How much will I receive?
When will I receive my payment?
How long can I receive Compassionate Care Benefits?
How do I change my address or direct deposit information?
Can I receive my benefit outside Canada?
Forms
What forms do I need to apply?
