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Canada
Unemployment Insurance
The U.S. Department of Labor has resources to help workers and employers to replace lost income as a result of the effects of COVID-19.
Anyone who is unable to work because of COVID-19 may qualify for unemployment benefits.
Visit these links below for additional details and instructions on how you can apply:
https://www.dol.gov/coronavirus/unemployment-insurance
Resources For International Employees
For information on any Government programs you may be eligible for and how you can apply, visit these links below for additional details in your location:
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Work and financial support - Gov.UK
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Guidance and Support, Browse Benefits - Gov.UK
Irish Tax & Customs - Revenue Website
COVID-19 Pandemic Unemployment Payment - Gov. IE
Citizens Information - COVID-19 Pandemic Unemployment and Redundancy
View A List Of Local Intreo Centres Here
Canada's COVID-19 Economic Response Plan & Support Programs
For recent information, details and updates regarding Canada's response support programs please visit the Government of Canada Website - Canada's COVID-19 Economic Response Plan
Employment Insurance (EI)
Employment Insurance (EI) provides regular benefits to individuals who lose their jobs through no fault of their own. You could receive 55% of your insurable earnings (up to a maximum of $573 a week).
Click here for more information on EI BenefitsRecords Of Employment (ROE)
Your Record of Employment will be released eletronically to Service Canada on or before your last day of work. You can apply for benefits on the Service Canada website any time after your last day of work.
For more information on how to apply, visit Service Canada - Employment Insurance Benefits and Leave.