Employment Insurance Maternity and Parental Benefits
Employment Insurance (EI) provides Maternity and Parental Benefits to individuals who are pregnant, have recently given birth, are adopting a child, or are caring for a newborn.
Current application processing time: 28 days
Delivered by: Service Canada
Eligibility Information
Am I eligible?
I am a resident of Quebec. Should I apply for benefits from the Quebec Parental Insurance Plan instead?
Application Information
How do I apply?
What information/documents do I need to apply?
I have received Employment Insurance before. Can I reactivate my claim?
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 Maternity Benefits?
How long can I receive Parental Benefits?
How do I change my address or direct deposit information?
Can I receive my Employment Insurance Maternity and Parental Benefits outside Canada?
Forms
What forms do I need to apply?
