The Canuck EI Thread

[Canuck Carrie 1]

Wooo! I got my first set of report cards! One is for 2 weeks, March 26 - April 8, the other is for 1 week, April 9 - 15. Is this normal? There was a pamphlet type insert with the cards saying that some cards will be for 2 weeks, some will be for 1 but I thought I'd double check.

They also sent me a form letter requesting more info, asking if I was a US Citizen, if I entered on a work Visa and if I was a Canadian Citizen, did everyone get this letter as well?

I applied online as a K1 and sent off my ROE and copy of passport pages last week. Also, do I send them a copy of the marriage certificate?

[zyggy 9]

Wooo! I got my first set of report cards! One is for 2 weeks, March 26 - April 8, the other is for 1 week, April 9 - 15. Is this normal? There was a pamphlet type insert with the cards saying that some cards will be for 2 weeks, some will be for 1 but I thought I'd double check.

They also sent me a form letter requesting more info, asking if I was a US Citizen, if I entered on a work Visa and if I was a Canadian Citizen, did everyone get this letter as well?

I applied online as a K1 and sent off my ROE and copy of passport pages last week. Also, do I send them a copy of the marriage certificate?

Yeah.. the run on a set 2 week cycle.. if your begin date was in the middle of the cycle, you'll get a card for the time you had within that two week cycle..

And we got the letter asking for more info as well. Sent them a copy of the K1 visa and I-94. Once we had the EAD, we subsequently sent them a copy of the EAD as well.

You'll get a letter telling you that they will approve the EI payments until the K1 expires and ask you to send them the EAD if you need them to continue..

Edited April 11, 2006 by zyggy

[Canuck Carrie 1]

How do you fill out question 4 on the back of the report cards?

Were you ready, willing and capable of working each day? If "no" give date(s) and reason(s) below. Complete E on side 2 if applicable.

I'm ready willing and capable, but not allowed

[Canuck Carrie 1]

I get my first payment on Monday

It's not much after the 25% tax and converting it to US$, but we'll take it.

[QC2CO 1]

I just called Employement Insurance to get some information. Not sure if it was mentioned in this forum, but at least it will be redundant if it was.

She said that when you claim EI when your last work was in Canada and you moved to the US to be with your spouse, they call this "interstate claims". You can get some information on this page (didn't get a chance to read it yet) http://www1.servicecanada.gc.ca/en/ei/info...de_canada.shtml.

You have 4 weeks to file a claim for EI after your last day of work. If you are in the US within those 4 weeks, you call this # 1-877-486-1650 and file. She said not to file in Canada if you are going to be there within that time frame, because it will save you hassle from getting your claim transfered to the "Interstate Claim" which can take weeks. If you are only going to the US after 4 weeks, then file in Canada, and then transfer later on.

Hope this helps.

Dom

[Galateia 1]

I just called Employement Insurance to get some information. Not sure if it was mentioned in this forum, but at least it will be redundant if it was.

She said that when you claim EI when your last work was in Canada and you moved to the US to be with your spouse, they call this "interstate claims". You can get some information on this page (didn't get a chance to read it yet) http://www1.servicecanada.gc.ca/en/ei/info...de_canada.shtml.

You have 4 weeks to file a claim for EI after your last day of work. If you are in the US within those 4 weeks, you call this # 1-877-486-1650 and file. She said not to file in Canada if you are going to be there within that time frame, because it will save you hassle from getting your claim transfered to the "Interstate Claim" which can take weeks. If you are only going to the US after 4 weeks, then file in Canada, and then transfer later on.

Hope this helps.

Dom

Great link!

Is there some reason why I cannot access the old EI thread? I am sure my questions are answered there, but it's not recognizing my login.

This is blowing my hair back. I had no idea I would be eligible to get EI while I was job hunting in the US; that will save my fiance from having to take out a student loan to make ends meet until I can find work.

This could be a lifesaver!

Is there anywhere I could get the data I'd need to calculate how much I would foreseeably be getting?

[onesassygirl 0]

Is there anywhere I could get the data I'd need to calculate how much I would foreseeably be getting?

This might help you get an idea:

http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/asp/gateway.asp?hr=...ml&hs=#much

[Allie 5]

I just called Employement Insurance to get some information. Not sure if it was mentioned in this forum, but at least it will be redundant if it was.

She said that when you claim EI when your last work was in Canada and you moved to the US to be with your spouse, they call this "interstate claims". You can get some information on this page (didn't get a chance to read it yet) http://www1.servicecanada.gc.ca/en/ei/info...de_canada.shtml.

You have 4 weeks to file a claim for EI after your last day of work. If you are in the US within those 4 weeks, you call this # 1-877-486-1650 and file. She said not to file in Canada if you are going to be there within that time frame, because it will save you hassle from getting your claim transfered to the "Interstate Claim" which can take weeks. If you are only going to the US after 4 weeks, then file in Canada, and then transfer later on.

Hope this helps.

Dom

But if I file in Canada right now would I be denied benefits because I left my job. They marked quit reason fo leaving as Relocation for anticipated marriage on the ROE

I probably won't be going State side till another month or more Will it only be a waste of time filing so late after leaving my work or should I just file and see what happens

thanks

[onesassygirl 0]

But if I file in Canada right now would I be denied benefits because I left my job. They marked quit reason fo leaving as Relocation for anticipated marriage on the ROE

I probably won't be going State side till another month or more Will it only be a waste of time filing so late after leaving my work or should I just file and see what happens

thanks

I filed a little over 4 weeks after I quit my job. I quit on Oct 13, moved to the States on Oct 29, and didn't file til November 17. It didn't raise an issue. If you're not coming here til 5-6 weeks later, I would think you should apply now. There are spaces on the application form to explain your situation i.e. why it took you a while to get down to the States after quitting, etc.

[Allie 5]

But if I file in Canada right now would I be denied benefits because I left my job. They marked quit reason fo leaving as Relocation for anticipated marriage on the ROE

I probably won't be going State side till another month or more Will it only be a waste of time filing so late after leaving my work or should I just file and see what happens

thanks

I filed a little over 4 weeks after I quit my job. I quit on Oct 13, moved to the States on Oct 29, and didn't file til November 17. It didn't raise an issue. If you're not coming here til 5-6 weeks later, I would think you should apply now. There are spaces on the application form to explain your situation i.e. why it took you a while to get down to the States after quitting, etc.

Okay Thanks for the info I'll file now and explain the situation to them

One more question. Would I file at the local EI center here or is there an online form to use for this type of filing

Also when I file here in Canada do I refile in the U.S when I leave Canada

Thanks

Allie

[onesassygirl 0]

Okay Thanks for the info I'll file now and explain the situation to them

One more question. Would I file at the local EI center here or is there an online form to use for this type of filing

Also when I file here in Canada do I refile in the U.S when I leave Canada

Thanks

Allie

No prob. What I would actually do is call EI and ask them what they would advice you to do, i.e. explain your situation and ask if it would be better to apply now or later. I first called them and the person I spoke with gave me specific instructions on how to fill out the application online. Since you're still in Canada wishing to move down to the States later, they might give you specific instructions too.

The phone number is 1-800-206-7218. The online application can be accessed on the Service Canada website http://servicecanada.gc.ca

Edited February 7, 2007 by ajmc

[QC2CO 1]

Edit: oh, this was mentioned at the top. sorry. hehe

"ok, here is a bit of interesting information I have just gotten.

I received my first payment from Employment Insurance. I was expecting the maximum, which I thought was around 800+$, but I only received 620$. I called them and she informed me that I did get the maximum. The thing is that since we are out of the country they tax us 25%. nice... Well, at least I got some money. Now I start work on Monday. "

Edited February 9, 2007 by QC2CO

[Flames9_RN 358]

Yep they take off 25% automatically! BUT when you do your Cdn taxes for that yr u recieved EI, you can get some of that 25% back!! I forget the form # I enjoyed my cheque from revenue canada!!

[susan+mike 0]

How do you fill out question 4 on the back of the report cards?

Were you ready, willing and capable of working each day? If "no" give date(s) and reason(s) below. Complete E on side 2 if applicable.

I'm ready willing and capable, but not allowed

So exactly what did you put for your answer for question 4? I filed online on March 24th, then mailed off all necessary paperwork and haven't heard a word yet. So I called today. Lady told me my file wasn't actually there but it should be finalized within another week or so and if I wanted to call back at the end of the week I could. She said she would mail me some cards today so I could get those in motion. I guess it's a start......... but was curious as to how you answer that question.

Cheers.......... Susan in Tulsa, OK

[cdngrl 0]

OK, so apparently, my ROE in finally on its way to my house. However, I doubt that it says "relocation for marriage" as I had no idea I even qualified for EI until last week (well after my last day of work .. which was the end of april). will this be a problem ?? will a US marriage certificate perhaps be good enough ??

~l