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EI Beneficiaries

EI beneficiaries receiving regular benefits. Rising claims signal labour market stress and job losses.
% y/y
+13.45% year over year
Annualized
-20.2%
Period
2026-01

Historical Series

Data Source

Table 14-10-0011-01 counts Canadians receiving regular EI benefits. Released 45 days after reference period.

Source Statistics Canada — Table 14-10-0011-01
Frequency Monthly
Category Labour Market
Unit % y/y