Canada Employment Insurance Commission (CEIC) Benefits Practice Questions

Which of the following is NOT a requirement to qualify for Employment Insurance benefits?

• AA. Being enrolled in a training program
• BB. Being available for work
• CC. Having worked a minimum number of hours
• DD. Being a Canadian citizen

How is the amount of Employment Insurance benefits determined?

• AA. Based on province of residence
• BB. Based on age and experience
• CC. Based on the previous year's salary
• DD. A flat rate for all applicants

What is the maximum number of weeks for which you can receive regular EI benefits?

• AA. 52 weeks
• BB. 14 weeks
• CC. 45 weeks
• DD. 26 weeks

If you quit your job voluntarily, can you still receive EI benefits?

• AA. Yes, regardless of reasons
• BB. Only if you have worked long enough
• CC. Yes, if you have a good reason
• DD. No, never

If you are laid off but receive severance pay, how does it affect your EI benefits?

• AA. It extends your EI benefits
• BB. It reduces your EI benefits
• CC. It disqualifies you for EI
• DD. It has no effect

What should you do if you find a job while receiving EI benefits?

• AA. Report it immediately
• BB. Wait until your benefits run out
• CC. Only report if itÕs full-time
• DD. Ignore it

What is the waiting period for Employment Insurance benefits?

• AA. 1 week
• BB. 2 weeks
• CC. 7 days
• DD. 4 weeks