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Wage-Loss Benefits

Government of British Columbia

Explains that wage loss benefits paid by WorkSafeBC are for total disability or for partial disability to replace 90 percent of your wages if you can’t continue working because of a work-related injury. It links to a fact sheet explaining wage-loss benefits, how long you can get them, how to get paid, what to do if you disagree with a decision, and...

Last reviewed March 2024
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About the Wage Earner Protection Program (WEPP)

Government of Canada

You may be eligible to receive a payment under this program if your employer has filed for bankruptcy or is subject to receivership, and you’re owed wages, vacation pay, termination pay, or severance pay.

Last reviewed March 2024
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Employment Insurance Appeal Process at a Glance

Social Security Tribunal of Canada

If Service Canada made a decision about your employment insurance and you don’t agree with it, you can ask them to reconsider, and then appeal to the Social Security Tribunal (SST). This page explains how to do this, including the levels of appeal and the various deadlines.

Last reviewed March 2024