Update April 3: Eligibility Explained - Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)

(Please check the lecture titled "Update April 16: Eligibility REVISED - Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)" posted April 16, 2020, which has the latest update on eligibility for CERB.)
This video further explains the eligibility criteria for CERB and answers some of the questions many people had raised in the last few days.
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0:02 Updated CERB and Disclaimer
0:50 Criteria same and updated
3:29 Eligibility Change
8:18 What Does the Term “Income” include?
12:02 Additional Eligibility Summary
12:58 People Still NOT Eligible for CERB
13:57 Conclusion
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[@YouCounsel]

Please check the lecture titled "Update April 16: Eligibility REVISED - Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)" posted April 16, 2020, which has the latest update on eligibility for CERB.

[@003theflash]

So who ever was unemployed is completely screwed! Good job Canada lets only help some people not everyone. Because not all lives matter!

[@andrewo2272]

If you were unemployed you should apply for welfare. Why do you think you have a right to this tax payer money if you never worked.

[@harrysengh9364]

Hey, do you know when the application for subsequent periods start?

[@joanwing2834]

I work a seasonal job from April to November. My benefits will soon run out. My job can not open due to Covid 19, will my benefits be extended or can I apply for cerb?

[@omarafandi9829]

That was a great video. Thank you! My question is related to self-employed people (specifically uber drivers) who lost a significant amount of their income due to COVID-19 and do not make enough to pay rent, groceries, etc. If they still make any income, are they ineligible to receive CERB?

[@YouCounsel]

Yes, after first 4-week period (March 15 to April 12), the income has to be zero.

[@Liam-xu5py]

@@YouCounsel My situation is similar. I work for doordash and its impossible to get any orders in my city. So technically my hours have been reduced to zero. Along with the fact I don't feel safe working. Do I qualify?

[@jimmyqs1558]

What happened if you are ask to return the money .you have to return the 2000 dollars in one payment or you're allowed to make payments

[@rajsharma1981]

Sir. I have a specific question. I had an interview in the beginning of March and the employer liked me. But before they could give me an offer, their recruitment was put on hold. I have an email from HR which says that they really liked me and they would like to move to next steps but they have been asked to put the recruitment on hold. They have also mentioned that they will come back to me for next steps once they have a clearer picture. In such a case do I qualify? I meet all other criteria.

[@YouCounsel]

No.

[@badrivijayaraghavan4272]

Hi . Thanks for the video. I have a question regarding income earned during CERB . Let’s say for instance an individual is not laid off and has taken job protected leave to take care of the kids due to day care closures since April 03,2020 for the period of 2 to 3 months . But that individual would be receiving the pay cheque on April 15 2020 for the period worked from March 16 to March 31 2020. In this scenario can that person apply for CERB in April period I.e. from the second set of 4 week period or whether that person has to eventually wait till end of April and apply in May 2020 in the third set of 4 week period. Your response on this would be highly appreciated

[@YouCounsel]

That person should apply for 2nd 4-week period onward and don't need to wait till the end of April/May to do so. As stated on the government's website, if you are "expecting" no income, you can still apply.

[@badrivijayaraghavan4272]

Hi thanks for your response .. So as per your response if that person apply for CERB in the second 4 week period , he/ she would have already received income credit on April 15 for the work done during March 15 to March 30 . But the eligibility says that there should not be income received during that period . How do you view that particular scenario ? Your views pls on that

[@adequatequality]

Hey, great information! Are you aware of the verification process after applying for the CERB to prove if you are self-employed?

[@YouCounsel]

No.

[@darshiliyanage9429]

Still I don’t have my job in hospitality industry, what happen to me after September? Can I apply EI again ? Please let me know

[@MariaSuarez-je3pk]

How does the #CERB pay work for the Good Friday holiday? Despite being laid off, some employers are still paying out the stat holiday pay to employees. So would that count as income those employees have to report and therefore get disqualified from collecting CERB for that time?

[@carliec8769]

Following

[@carolinedaoud2635]

I had some work ( employment) 2019, since 2020 I started ( self employment) total be 5000 dollars or more a little bit. But I should calculate them. Because one of them not enough, my question can I do that?

[@YouCounsel]

It's the total income from all sources, employment and self employment, are both included. So your total from these sources should exceed $5K.

[@KaleidoscopeFay]

So just to be clear if i have not worked for at least 14 days in the period (march 15- April 12) I can apply if i fit the rest of the obligations. So the mean if i got a paycheque last week (April 3rd) for the last day i officially worked (March 14) does that still mean i can apply? Or should i wait because i got paid for a date i worked perviously ?

[@YouCounsel]

You should apply. The payment you have received is for time period ending March 14.

[@zaccoulter8683]

Hi there, thanks for the info. I am hoping for clarification on something from you - I worked 2 jobs. One I have been laid off from mid march and the other one I will still be paid for until April 24th. After that, I will lose all income. What period should I apply for?

[@YouCounsel]

3rd 4-week period onward.

[@njbhcolio]

i am stuck back home due to flight cancellations am i elibible

[@rohinmanreet2123]

Hello. Firstly thank you so much. I stopped working on March 27th, and I want to apply on April 6 only for CERB. It’s not 14 days yet, but I know I’m not working until further info, would I be eligible? Or I should wait and apply after 14 days are over counting from March 27 that’s on April 10? Please guide me if I should apply on April 6 or April 10?

[@YouCounsel]

You are not eligible for the first 4-week period (March 15 to April 12). If you are able to apply for the second 4-week period on April 6, i see no issues with that.

[@rohinmanreet2123]

You Counsel do I need a ROE to apply? You haven’t talk about this. Because my boss said you chose to stay at home, we didn’t lay you off. So they’re not giving me ROE. Can I apply without ROE?

[@gongtv7545]

Rohindeep Kaur Unfortunately you can’t apply without ROE

[@ew6392]

I think you are eligible for Period 1. You have to be without work for 14 consecutive days in that period. Your 14 consecutive days are March 29 - April 11. April 11 is the last eligible day of Period 1. (March 29, because pay periods start on Sundays and end on Saturdays). So you are eligible for Period 1. (oops, missed the ROE info. Without ROE, you are not considered laid off.)

[@yordloda5588]

Great video, I am still a little confused. If I am currently working at an essential business but plan to quit for May 29th to go into self-quarantine, would I still meet the eligibility for the CERB for a June 6th application? I meet all other requirements, but am currently working. Any reply is greatly appreciated!

[@YouCounsel]

Please view the video on right to refuse work, so ensure that your self-quarantining is lawful. Otherwise, whenever your income drops to zero between March 15 to October 2, 2020, and you are otherwise eligible for CERB, you should apply.

[@gergiesdaher4970]

I was working until March 26 (when I got sick). I started isolation on the 27th and my isolation will run up until the 10th. That's two-weeks without work and zero pay for those two tweeks. Would I still be eligible given that I worked until the 26th, but had to self-isolate shortly after?

[@YouCounsel]

Yes, provided you meet all the other conditions for CERB.

[@melissakeller2952]

Hello, my husband applied for EI on March 16th and received his first check yesterday. Can he still apply for the CERB if the money is more than what he is earning on EI?

[@YouCounsel]

No. He can apply for CERB if his EI runs out before October 2, 2020 and he meets the CERB criteria at that time.

[@chargp1]

My last day of work was March 14, and I was laid off March 16 (2 days). My paycheck for all of March was issued on April 1 (16 days since lay off). Am I eligible for the March 15 - April 11 period? Thank you!

[@YouCounsel]

Yes.

[@KaleidoscopeFay]

oh my god i was nervous about this too cause i have worked since march 16 but i got a paycheque on April 3rd so i was confused if i fit the criteria or not.

[@VinodKumar-hi7yl]

Implied status can apply?

[@AhmedShamsShams]

Firstly, thank you for such a detailed video. I gave a query tho. If a Permanent Resident has earned more than $5,000 in 2019. However that individual did NOT work in 2020 as he was out of Canada as he got married. He returned to Canada 2 weeks before 14 March 2020 and was actively seeking for a full-time opportunity and then due to the COVID-19 situation, since almost everything got locked down and he is jobless and looking for work since then. Is this individual eligible for the CERB ? Because the statement says that “ If you are looking for a job but haven’t stopped working because of COVID-19, you are not eligible for the Benefit. “ What about someone, who is looking for a job and is unable to work due to the industrial economical crisis as result of lockdown as well as due to the health risk factor & have earned $5000 as well in 2019 ?

[@YouCounsel]

Unfortunately, person in both scenarios is ineligible. I understand that the sentence you have quoted sounds a bit confusing.

[@AhmedShamsShams]

You Counsel I got it from this source: www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/cerb-application.html

[@AhmedShamsShams]

You Counsel how about if someone earned $5000 in 2019, havent worked in 2020 and is sick now. Does that make this person eligible for CERB ?

[@lastofusclips5291]

@@AhmedShamsShams no, not eligible. you have to be working and then stopped working. CERB is very unfair to many people, i get it. hopefully the eligibility requirements change

[@lastofusclips5291]

@@AhmedShamsShams no, not eligible. you have to be working and then stopped working. CERB is very unfair to many people, i get it. hopefully the eligibility requirements change

[@Sky19813]

Hello Actually my social insurance number has just expired few days ago and now service Canada is closed. I have received my work permit. I want to ask that is I am also eligible for this benefit .

[@YouCounsel]

You should apply. I don't believe Service Canada is completely closed, so keep following up on SIN.

[@sarahmangino2827]

Hi, I just wanted to make sure before I apply for anything... I am getting laid off tomorrow (April 12, 2020) and my manager told us that we will receive our last paycheck on Friday, April 17, 2020. Also, on Friday, April 17, the company is directly sending our ROE to Service Canada. My first question is: Should I apply for EI or CERB? Second: Should I apply tomorrow (April 12, 2020) or after my last paycheck (April 17, 2020)? Third: What do they mean by ''Who are or expect to be without employment or self-employment income for at least 14 consecutive days in the initial four-week period.'' @t - Ex. I would apply after my last paycheck (April 17, 2020)... should I count 14 days before April 17? and if I were to apply on April 17... does that mean I need to apply on May 1, 2020? I am just a bit confused with how everything works and do not want to make a mistake of applying if I am not eligible. Thank you!

[@YouCounsel]

1. CERB 2. Apply tomorrow (your paycheck on April 17 is for services before April 12) 3. First 4-week period has already passed (March 15 to Apr 11), so this doesn't apply to you. Your income has to be zero for the 4-week period starting April 12. Although, I understand that requirement is expected to change tomorrow.

[@MANVIRSINGH1313]

Hello Are those immigrants (PR) eligible for these benefits who arrived in march 2020 and looking for job continuously and are not getting any response from companies due to present situations? Thanks you

[@fraserpaulina]

He explained in the video that you are not eligible for CERB unless you have lost your job due to COVID-19. Those who are actively looking for work are not entitled to the benefit.

[@YouCounsel]

@Paulina Iwanowa. Thank you for responding to this question.

[@jemalamir4956]

If I am still working but getting 2500/Month, Am I eligible for CERB or any benefits????

[@frienda315]

I did two weeks self Isolation starting from March 16 to March 30th but I received sickness pay for these two week self quarantine. I am now working regularly after March 30th when my self quarantine ended. Am I good for two weeks CERB benefits?

[@YouCounsel]

No.

[@Saugaverse]

This sucks! I did not make any money in 2019 as I was unemployed, and now I'm not eligible for this benefit at a time when most companies are shut down and not hiring anyone. I wish there was a benefit for people who slip through the government cracks.

[@freespiritwithnature4384]

Yes ,I agree. You have to have made 5,000 ,I believe. You could call, and if you have proof that you were looking for work, and there was nothing available to you ,then call Service Ontario Canada,and ask them. If you have any other options ok.

[@ericvaillancourtmusic3558]

Hi, thanks for the info, I am a self employed piano teacher that works in elementary schools, since the school are shut down I no longer receive income. This was the week of March Break, so at the time the CERB was not available so I got some part time work, at a local grocery store. This is not my main source of income, or my regular job, I just stopped working today because I just found out about this, and I can’t be working in the frontlines because I can’t get my brother in law sick. Can I still apply? Or did I shoot myself in the foot working at the grocery store. My employer said he can write me a note saying that I can’t be working in frontline due to personal reasons. Would this be enough, today was my last day so when would I be able to apply? Thanks

[@YouCounsel]

You should be able to apply, it's just that you won't qualify for the first 4 weeks - March 15 to April 12. But remember, the total CERB is for 16 weeks at most and the time period is from March 15 to October 2, so you have sufficient time to receive these benefits.

[@tysonanderson1787]

So, what if I was hired on sometime early March and was set to head up north for work on April 1st. I did a hire package, piss test and all that jazz. Getting closer towards the end of March, I got an email saying my job is cancelled due to the covid basically. Does that mean I will qualify for the CERB?

[@rafini549]

Tyson Anderson also curious to this

[@ballislife6483]

I had a period of 14 consecutive days with no work but it was halfway in between the first and second eligibility period. Am i still eligible and how does the government know I didnt work those 14 days because of Corona and not something else

[@YouCounsel]

1. Unfortunately, you are not eligible for CERB (you may look into EI for that period, if eligible). 2. You provide a declaration about your eligibility. If untrue, the government has a right to take the money back.

[@louisejohnston8757]

Here's a unique situation. For part time teachers that have a contract that covers 12 months, but they only work 10 months. Their pay checks are averaged over 12 months for the convenience of the school board, otherwise it would be an administration nightmare to lay everyone off at June 30th, ROE's, stop the direct deposits, then hire everyone back Sept 1 and restart everything. A friend who's checks are just over $1000 for 12 months, is not eligible for CERB, however she is not working for June and July. This person also has a full time business that is shut down due to Covid, but because of the $1000 per month from her part time job - she's not eligible for anything, but has completely lost her full time income from her business, and has business expenses. She's barely getting by. Is it safe to safe that she's not working for June and July, as those pays belong to the other 10 months of the year. This is a unique situation and beyond the scope of the customer support.

[@YouCounsel]

It is possible to argue that the payment received during June/July is for prior services. But i can imagine this being an uphill battle with CRA considering her payroll records would likely not explain this reality.

[@maddievictoria4947]

Okay so looking for work means your not eligible even if you made 5K in 2019, filed the taxes and have no current income?

[@beyondthegong]

Maddie Victoria Has to be 5k in the last 12 months.. not 5k in 2019

[@maddievictoria4947]

@@beyondthegong it said in 2019 or the last 12 months on the site though

[@YouCounsel]

@Maddie Victoria. The key issue here is whether you ceased work "due to" COVID-19. As regards $5K, you could have earned it in 2019 or the last 12 months, either is good.

[@pedrosvlog1183]

Many people are getting reduced hours and missing a few days a week we should get help to.

[@chrismargiella9556]

Hi there, I made over $5000 last year, and my job closed down on Jan 1st 2020. I got a job on Jan 4th, but this February 1st I was let go of a new job within 3 months from a job. (they overstaffed and let half the people go) 

Literally, the day they announced the closure of the NBA and NHL, I was essentially hired after a couple interviews (and even had a trial shift), but obviously that got delayed. 

So technically, do I not qualify for CERB? 
“If you are currently looking for a job, you are not eligible for the benefit.” 

So, am I screwed here? Thank you

[@YouCounsel]

If you were actually hired and had a trial shift, i suggest you should apply for CERB. Also, your termination from previous job on February 1 may also qualify you for CERB.

[@ltam7069]

I got hired to work around April 1, but was pregnant, and work in a spa for pregnant woman, I was sick the whole 3 months before that, they finally ask if can work and saw the news that closed was closing and I was getting sick and coughing, so I just said I can’t start working because I’m pregnant and sick right now. Do I qualify because after next week it was closed and it nail salon.

[@YouCounsel]

Your eligibility is doubtful since you never commenced your employment, but you should check with CRA.

[@ruchikavij3205]

Hi i have a doubt my company is listed as an essential services. But I dont feel safe to go to work so they put me on LOA (leave of absence) so i am not getting any income so am I eligible for CERB ?

[@YouCounsel]

If the company has allowed you the LOA due to COVID-19, then you may apply for CERB provided you meet other conditions.

[@nic5161]

CERB Eligibility Question I am a Canadian PR who was working as an Outdoor Professional for a season in New Zealand on a Working Holiday Visa. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, I was to be laid off as the entire country went into lockdown, and virtually all businesses in the tourism/hospitality sector have shut. Originally, I was on contract in NZ until June 2020, and the contract has been terminated due to COVID-19. Heeding the governments call, I decided to relocate home to Canada while flights, borders, and options were still open, and to not jeopardize a summer contract I had in place here. Being an international arrival in late-March, I had to self quarantine for 2 weeks, preventing me from trying to find employment here. I am currently unemployed. I also had accepted a contract position for summer work here in Canada starting in June 2020. (I intended to be working in NZ until June, and then come up here for the next gig.) Am I eligible to apply for the CERB? I am currently renting a room from some old colleagues, and my income has been severely disrupted due to COVID-19. I meet all the other requirements (over 15, currently reside in Canada, had over $5000 in income last year on a Canadian tax return return) The benefit states it is "for those who have stopped working because of COVID-19 or are eligible for Employment Insurance regular or sickness benefits; (I have stopped working due to COVID-19, but it was for a contract in NZ). (#) who had income of at least $5,000 in 2019 or in the 12 months prior to the date of their application; (True.) (#) who are or expect to be without employment or self-employment income for at least 14 consecutive days in the initial four-week period. I am expected to be without employment until at least June, when my signed contract was supposed to start. I have been unemployed for 14-days due to the government-prescribed travel quarantine. Any insights appreciated, Thank you all very much! Stay safe, stay healthy.

[@YouCounsel]

As per the government website, the income does not have to be earned in Canada, but you need to reside in Canada. Since you had earned your income in NZ (which is fine) and you are back in Canada, i believe you should be eligible for CERB.

[@harnishkaur8140]

Hi thnx for sharing detailed video regarding CERB... I have one concern that I last worked at 2 April and I informed my employer that I’m going to self isolate myself from 3 April. My question is can I apply for CERB after 14 days ? Plz guide me

[@YouCounsel]

Yes, as long as you meet other conditions.

[@DecisiveThreat204]

I work for a small company. Right now it's 2 employees and 2 owners. I'm one of the 2 employees. But since November my hours have been drastically cut not due to covid but due to the assault on the vape industry. I have had lung surgery and cancer, I also have emphysema stage 2. Our store is now closed on the front but we have online services and delivery. I would like to self quarantine due to being higher risk. My question is now can I choose to self isolate due to health concerns and being higher risk at getting covid 19 and having more serious respiratory effects from it. The company will run without me.

[@YouCounsel]

Self-quarantine makes sense based on what you have stated. You should ask your employer to let you go away on unpaid leave, so you can collect CERB, if you qualify for all other conditions.

[@harryharvi4693]

What would be the consequences for people who think this is just a handout and can finesse the system? Some people are going to apply even if they aren’t eligible.

[@YouCounsel]

Government has a right to demand supporting documents, if needed. Also, for any improper payments, Government has the right to take it back.

[@lolitamiranda4472]

How about a senior citizen who had no income or job for the last 4 years and is receiving pension for 683 only and has difficulty paying her rent etc .can we not apply for cerb since my pension is taxable,thank you very much if you can reply and answer my question.

[@YouCounsel]

Unfortunately, CERB is only for those who have ceased employment due to COVID-19.

[@harrysengh9364]

If you have to stay home to avoid catching the virus, but the company did not close or stop you hours, are you still eligible?

[@YouCounsel]

Kindly review the lectures on right to refuse work. There is a procedure for staying home that needs to be followed, otherwise, your absence can be treated as resignation, which will make you ineligible for CERB.

[@maneetsinghdhillon7344]

I landed as a new immigrant just two days before everything got locked. Hiring is almost seized. I am with my spouse and 2 years old kid. Will I get this benefit from the government? Or any other benefits I can avail in this situation?

[@YouCounsel]

Unfortunately, you are not eligible for CERB. You may need to explore Ontario Works (welfare), but keep in mind that obtaining OW may have negative implications on various immigration matters.

[@RajaRam-lg6qg]

Hi, I am an international student. I work part-time on-call basis in a security company. Also, work at one restaurant as per the availability of shifts. Due to COViD 19 the restaurant has entirely closed. Whereas the security company is still running. However, due to COViD19 our available shifts at security company are decreased. Not everyone is getting enough shifts. I am not laid off by the security company. However, I am hardly earning any income. Am I eligible for the CERB, if my income is zero dollars but not official laid off from one of my employer company? Please kindly give your advice. Thank you.

[@YouCounsel]

The income has to be zero, although this condition may change in the next few days.

[@AILDgURL]

Well I guess I'm screwed...when I was on my CRA it was saying that if you lost job due to covid 19 OR circumstances beyond your control(I had to quit my job back in October because I had a family emergency to take care of..my brother got badly assaulted and was in hospital in critical condition for 3 months and they wouldn't find anyone to cover for me or offer me a leave of absence) and I applied and got the cerb benefit in but I guess I'll have to send it back...I'm so screwed...I'm not on EI and been out of a job since October...been trying to look for a job but no luck...this is absolutely rediculous...I dunno how I'm going to pay for anything..I'm on the verge of crying. I'm living in saskatchewan...anyone have any advice for me? I know I should have applied for EI way back in October or November so don't know what to do now...do I/can I apply for EI? This whole thing is such a mess for so many of us :(

[@YouCounsel]

it appears to me that you have a potential claim against your former employer. I suggest you see an employment lawyer.

[@AILDgURL]

@@YouCounsel wow thank you for the information, I appreciate it!

[@jamescowan6385]

Hi Counsel, My wife was let go due to Covid on March 31,2020 and we applied for EI on April 3 2020. Is she eligible? She checks all the boxes but we are confused about the 14 days no work before you can apply. Will we EI application be processed under CERB or will it recognize as EI because she was only out of work for 3-4 days before applying?

[@YouCounsel]

First, since she has already applied for EI, she doesn't need to reapply for CERB. Second, her EI application should be automatically processed as CERB. That said, you are rightly confused as she doesn't qualify for CERB in the first 4-week period. So, would she receive any E.I. for period March 31 to April 12 before her CERB kicks in? I don't know the answer, but i believe she will be compensated by one or the other.

[@maecruz3567]

Hi, I am still working in an essential business (food restaurant) however, I’m earning lower than normal income bi-weekly due to reduced hours. Am I eligible for CERB? Thanks!

[@YouCounsel]

Except for the first 4-week period (March 15 to April 12), the income has to be zero during subsequent periods to be eligible for CERB.

[@kyanasidu9926]

hi sir, my last day of work was march 15. After that, the employer cancelled my shifts due to shortage of work. Then they gave lay off letter. I was without work until april 1. but i worked last week somewhere else. Am i eligible for cerb first week period? please let me know I m very confused

[@YouCounsel]

if you had no income for 14 consecutive days, March 16 to March 29, then you can apply for CERB.

[@vkwt]

Hello, I have not been working since March 14. However, I have received pay for work completed prior to march 14 a few days ago. Will I be eligible as I have earned $0 since and am no longer working?

[@YouCounsel]

Yes.

[@a_d_s5361]

Do they check if you actually reside in Canada? Or can it just be any Canadian who filed their income tax in Canada as a resident even though they live abroad? In general how is the government even going to know who’s eligible or not?

[@YouCounsel]

The requirement is 'residing in Canada', so filing Canadian taxes but living abroad may disqualify a person. The government will issue CERB now, but will verify eligibility later.

[@hellboy2349]

my last working day was march 19th. but I got the paycheck for the first two weeks of march on march 27th. am I eligible for CERB?

[@YouCounsel]

Yes, as long as you meet the other conditions.

[@gerrymatti4330]

Hi my question is, I work 2 permanent job but I lost one job due to covid19. Right now im receiving around 4k monthly from my other job. Can i still claim from cerb? Thanks

[@YouCounsel]

No.

[@abheysaini]

Thanks for the detailed video. Sir actually i was in self isolation here for 14 days as i travelled from other country to Canada. I came here on 16th march and i was without income for 14 days as i was in self isolation. So I am eligible or Not please tell? Actually i have a gross pay of 5K dollar in past 12 months or in 2019. But net pay is below 5k.

[@YouCounsel]

Yes.

[@awilliams3841]

I have a quick question. I applied for EI on March 16th and I am aware that anyone who has applied after March 15th automatically gets placed into the CERB program.... I haven't received an Access Code or any confirmation letter through the mail notifying me that they are processing my application. But, I did receive an email from Employment Insurance (on March 18th) regarding them subscribing me to a 'Job Search' website. By them sending me that email, would that be confirmation enough that they have received a completed application from me? I just need reassurance because I am worried. So, an answer would be appreciated. Thanks.

[@YouCounsel]

if applied online, you should check the status of your application there. That email does not confirm that they have received your complete application.

[@awilliams3841]

@@YouCounsel Okay, I will. Thank you for getting back to me on that.

[@rorygallaugher9365]

I suspect I won't be eligible. My situation is that I'm a sole-proprietor who worked until Mar 31st when my contract ended due to non-covid related reasons. I wasn't too worried about this as I was a sole candidate for full-time work which was to start shortly, but now that position is not going ahead due to the COVID-19 concerns. So I'm out of work because of COVID-19, but I suspect I have fallen through the cracks. Am I right in my assumptions?

[@YouCounsel]

There is room to argue that you are eligible. I won't give up on it easily.

[@rorygallaugher9365]

@@YouCounsel I really appreciate your advice and encouragement. I'll make my case on the 7th when I can apply. Stressful times.

[@vinaycontractor7556]

Hello sir, I have been working for Walmart Canada (which is still operational) for more than 16 months and fulfill all the other criteria but have stopped working since 10th March 2020 and have been without pay for more than 14 days now. Am I eligible for CERB in this case?

[@YouCounsel]

You haven't explained why you stopped working; were you laid off or terminated from employment?

[@Karen.Flores]

I had ei maternity they have stopped my payment and i dont know what happened. Would i still qualify?!

[@YouCounsel]

You should check with EI first to find out why your payments were stopped.

[@NavjotSingh-ft9qp]

My call center office closed down due to COVID-19.My employer is not providing me any hours unless I have a computer and an internet connection to work from home (both of which I don't have). Am I eligible? Thanks!

[@YouCounsel]

yes, if you meet all the other conditions.

[@abhishek-qh7qu]

I graduated last summer and have been trying to find a full time job in my engineering field. I am currently unemployed for the past 6 months. I have had no kind of income. I have earned more than $5000 in the last year. I have not claimed any kind of benefit before. Am i Eligible to apply for CERB or EI?

[@YouCounsel]

Unfortunately, no.

[@andrewakalom]

What happens if your hours reduced to 0 due to the current situation and you didn't worked for 14 days since March 15th. (Casual work) However employer have introduced some "covid 19 relief" program which includes some minor payments 50-100 bucks bi-weekly as a support without calling you to work. Is that situation eligible for cerb?

[@YouCounsel]

After the first 4-week period (March 15 to April 12), the income must be zero to be eligible.

[@ligursky737]

Hello, You mentioned that you cant be working for at least 14 consecutive days within the 4 weeks period (March 15 - April 12). In my case, I got laid off today, So I wouldn't be working for 12 consecutive days within the initial period + Wouldn't be working for subsequent period. Would I still be eligible? Also, Im pregnant and was wondering if this could affect my maternity leave, which I would be applying for by mid May/ end of May. Thank you

[@YouCounsel]

If you meet the remaining criteria (it seems you do), you are eligible the 2nd period onward (starting April 13). The impact on your maternity/parental benefits is dependent on your insurable hours etc. (EI criteria). In short, yes, it may impact your maternity/parental benefits.

[@zee029]

Is a ROE needed? How would they verify if a person is actually eligible?

[@YouCounsel]

Government has a right to demand supporting documents, if needed. Also, for any improper payments, Government has the right to take it back.

[@allylove21]

Thank you for very much for sharing. Will I qualify if I recently started a new job in February and have not yet received a pay cheque (as a contractor for services rendered) but have employment income from 2019 in excess of 5k (not as a contractor but as an employee on salary) and satisfy the other criteria. I am resident, of age, currently receiving no income and do not anticipate an income if and until the real estate market changes. However, I am not eligible for EI as I did not work the requisite consecutive amount of weeks in a row for 2019. Will I qualify for CERB under these circumstances?

[@YouCounsel]

Yes

[@YouCounsel]

Yes

[@allylove21]

You Counsel I would qualify even though I technically do not yet have income for 2020 but I am employed with a registered company? And do you need to pay this back or could you explain how this works? Thank you so much for your help :)

[@melissa0w2]

Hello, would those who rent their primary residence for short term rentals qualify? Unsure if this counts as rental or business income. Thanks

[@YouCounsel]

Business is defined differently for CRA purposes. I believe most rental income for individuals (Airbnb kind of stuff) is not considered business. But you should check with your accountant or CRA.

[@melissa0w2]

@@YouCounsel Thank you!

[@dianewilson1651]

My unemployment ran out Feb 1 and was actively looking for a job and now Covid 19 hit and no one is hiring. Also found out end of Feb I have cancer on my Kidney and not able to get into Dr for my consult till April 22 which may be cancelled and also I was out of country and in self isolation for 14 days. Will I be eligible for anything.

[@YouCounsel]

I don't see any eligiblity for CERB. You may have to consider ODSP and/or OW payments.

[@ryantrench]

You have to pay back a fraction of the benefit for TAXES, you will pay that amount once you file your 2020 tax return next year

[@ew6392]

Yes this is right.

[@compositingwithkushal]

Hi how international students is also eligible? They havent specifically mentioned international students. Please let me know your source. :) Thanks for the clearification.

[@YouCounsel]

This is the quote from government website: "To be eligible for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit, you must reside in Canada and have a valid Social Insurance Number. Workers who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents - including temporary foreign workers and international students - may be eligible to receive the Benefit if they meet the other eligibility requirements." you can read this at this link in the "Questions and Answers" section at the bottom. www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/cerb-application.html

[@martinduncan2895]

Thanks for the detailed video, I was hired as a permanent employee the 3rd of march to start work on the 16th of march, I got a call the 15th that I cannot work yet due to covid 19 and have to wait till business reopens. Do you think im eligible if I meet all the other requirements?

[@YouCounsel]

In my view, there is room to argue for CERB eligibility (since you have already been hired, it's the start date that has been moved).

[@martinduncan2895]

@@YouCounsel Thank you for the quick response.

[@oilersrck982]

What about if you have a medical condition that puts you at a greater risk..... and me and my employer are ok with me staying home. Would I be eligible?

[@YouCounsel]

Yes, if you meet the remaining conditions.

[@raylefebvre8941]

What if you are over age 65 and receiving a pension. However you have stopped work, due to Covi19 but are still receiving old age pensions and cpp and other pension income. You intend to collect retirement income and plan to return to work after the Virus in our home clears up which will take some time. In short can you obtain CERB if you are receiving a pension.

[@YouCounsel]

I have not seen any guidelines posted by the government that answer this question directly. The federal government has urged provinces not to roll back social assistance and disability payments to those who are receiving CERB. I see no reason why you cannot collect your pension and CERB, but I can't say for certain whether you are eligible. I suggest you contact CRA to confirm.

[@effortlessawareness8778]

Hi Amer ty for video I have a question and I think you are probably the most qualified person to answer it: I applied for ei because i was quarantined due to covid19 (directly related to covid applied & after march 15th) I just got approved April 7th on my EI claim but im only elligible for = $379 per week after federal tax deduction I want to apply to CERB because after doing the math, the federal tax that I have to pay on my tax return next year for CERB will be about $22 on every $500/week Therefore I will receive + $408 MORE a month on CERB than I would on EI. So how do I proceed to do that, do I call and terminate my EI claim (I haven’t filed reports for it yet just got approved) or can I just go ahead and apply for my CERB and claim the amount I receive from CERB on my EI biweekly reports so that I will have my EI available after my CERB is over? Im not even sure my CERB application will be processed if I have an EI claim so if I terminate my EI claim will that allow me to apply for CERB? thanks for your time:

[@effortlessawareness8778]

I was asking Amer not you. I know all of what you said. I qualified less than $500 a week, Ei claims are suppose to par with CERB $2k a month... My EI application was directly related to Covid So I should be getting the CERB benefit. I will terminate EI and apply for CERB. I havent received any benefits from EI yet because Im waiting to file my first report since Im getting shorted so much $. SO i want to apply for CERB

[@YouCounsel]

Since you applied for EI after March 15, I don't understand why they did not process your claim for CERB (instead of EI), as they have clearly stated on the website. For this reason, a phone call to Service Canada/CRA is probably the best way to get this sorted out. Considering that you have been approved for EI (although you haven't received payment), you are ineligible for CERB. I won't recommend terminating your EI to apply for CERB.

[@effortlessawareness8778]

You Counsel Thanks. Tried calling ServiceCanada 1-800-206-7218 constantly getting the busy dialtone the last two days and online there is no area where I can write a personal message anywhere that I can send to them even in EI reporting section. They should have a comment box allowing you to explain some discrepancy or have live online chat, but I get it they are swamped. I noticed that whoever finalized my claim pushed my claim start date back one week which would put my claim before march 15th (8th to 14th) to include the full week that I worked which is strange. Them pushing the start date of my claim 1 week back means that I became elgiible for EI prior to March 15th, and therefore my claim will be processed under the pre-existing Employment Insurance Rules. Now im about to begin my Ei reports for March 8th to March 14th March 15th to March 29th However I worked the full week of March 8th to March 14th... It also Shows that on my ROE which is posted on MyServ Canada so Im Baffled. What do you think I should do here? Should I submit the report of me working and earning money that week as I had (yes im tempted to falsify since someone weaseled me out of CERB)...would it make any difference to them seeing that I would qualify for $500 a week equivalent to CERB? This seems like a weasel move by someone working at Service Canada to push my date of eligibllity 1 week earlier when that prior week i had worked, and being eligible 1 week before pushes my application back to before March 15th therefore excluding me from receiving CERB benefits (haveing a benefit rate of $500 a week). Tried calling them going to keep trying, but really like to hear your insight: do you think that if on my ei report I reported that I worked prior to 15th it would signal someone on the other side to say hey he qualifies for the equivalent of 2k a month on CERB therefore he will receive $500/week?

[@YouCounsel]

Please check your ROE carefully about various dates, especially the date that states, "the last date for which paid". There may have been in error on the ROE. if there is an error, ask your employer to issue a correct ROE and resubmit to Service Canada. I don't believe EI claims are processed manually by agents. Also, you should correct report your work dates in the report you submit to E.I., so this can be fixed. Unfortunately, this may take some time to get resolved, but I don't recommend that you cancel your E.I. to apply for CERB.

[@effortlessawareness8778]

You Counsel Thanks, 4got to update my reply on here Everything was processed. I received my EI-ERB payment (which is = to CERB payment, it’s just through EI). So will be filing my weekly report tomorrow and should receive another payment after next week. Minister of Employment Carla Qualtrough's Segment on Global News has cleared the air completley & talks about how most people who thought they received double payment when Applying through EI were automatically sent benefits that they qualified for but never received until they signed up to MyServiceCanada, (Although I cant think of an additional 2k people qualified other than perhaps backdated GST payments). Anyways: Those who are not eligible for EI apply who meet requirements apply through the CRA & will receive their CERB payment $2000 and deal with that side & Those who are eligible for EI apply thru Service Canada and receive their CERB payment of $2000

[@yeeee7602]

Hi, am a work permit holder stuck in India right now. I took vacation from job in last week of Feb. I was supposed to join job in the end of March but my flight got cancel due to shutdown. I meet all the other requirements of Cerb, not sure if I can apply?

[@YouCounsel]

I am not sure either. You should check with CRA.

[@ummekulsum8489]

What about the domestic unemployed student? Me & my husband got OSAP fund and passed our study period by utilizing that fund ..but now me & my husband study period finished in feb,2020 but we cant go outside to get job.. Am we eligible for CERB?? can u give any idea?? How we will servive with family if we not getting anything benefit??

[@YouCounsel]

I don't believe you are eligible, but you can doublecheck with CRA.

[@eeaccount4410]

Thanks so much for your geat video! I have questions for the criteria of at least $5000 income. 1. For self employed income, is gross income considered employment income? Or it has to be the net income (income after deducting allowable expenses) 2. Is RRSP withdrawal considered employment income to meet the criteria for applying CERB? If it is qualified, what if the withdrawal is made after April 6th, is it qualify to apply for CERB? Wish you can help! Thank you!

[@ew6392]

1. Gross 2. So far, only these sources have been identified as "income" : "The income of at least $5,000 may be from any or a combination of the following sources: employment; self-employment; maternity and parental benefits under the Employment Insurance program and/or similar benefits paid in Quebec under the Quebec Parental Insurance Plan." So far, a RRSP withdrawal (or a social assistance payment) is not considered as income. It might change, so keep an eye on www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/benefits/apply-for-cerb-with-cra.html

[@YouCounsel]

1. I believe it is gross income. 2. i don't believe RRSP withdrawal will be considered employment income, but you can check with CRA.

[@eeaccount4410]

@@ew6392 Thanks Anita! I wish it is gross income! I will keep an eye on this! Stay healthy and have a nice weekend!

[@eeaccount4410]

@@YouCounsel Thank you so much for your reply! I just review past years' Notice of Assessment. The total income is shown as net income (line 150), not gross income (line 162). Hope there will be a clearer definition of self-employed income published in the official Canada Revenue website soon! Stay healthy and have a great weekend!

[@satinderrahal3597]

Am I eligible for the CERB if i am only getting 10 hours of work per week? I use to work 40 hours, my hours have been reduced

[@YouCounsel]

No.

[@brandonblair6868]

I'm a full-time student, who made over $5000 in the last year. For income, I'm a private contractor who does delivery and taxi service with UBER and Skip. I stopped working last week due to concerns about picking something up while making deliveries. I stopped working because of COVID but, I technically can still work with food delivery as it's been deemed an essential service. I tried calling CRA 3x today but their system is flooded with calls and I can't get through. In your opinion, would I qualify for CERB? Also, in the last week, I returned to my parent's house to help look after my dad, who developed pneumonia in the last month. The pneumonia is not related to COVID.

[@YouCounsel]

Please don't consider this a medical opinion, but pneumonia can be related to COVID-19. Considering your circumstances, I believe you will be entitled to CERB.

[@brandonblair6868]

@@YouCounsel He was admitted to hospital and tested...No Covid. Nerve-wracking week though. Thanks for your opinion. Stay safe

[@nitu323]

Hi ... I had a car accident on July 10, two cars hit my car in the back and I got injured and then I got paid for the illness from July 14 to October 26 and October 26 - until February 1st icbc paid for my job loss. But I'm still sick. I have a lot of back ache and neck pain. With the closure of the school due to Covid 19, I am now caring for myself and my children very hardly.I have not quit my job although I have sent a doctor's note for my work. Please help me I have no other source of income ... Am I eligible for CERB? I would really appreciate it

[@YouCounsel]

The cessation of employment must be due to COVID-19. Taking care of kids due to school closure is covered under CERB. Illness unrelated to COVID-19 is not covered.

[@nitu323]

You Counsel You Counsel my question is that m taking care of my kids so am i eligible for CERB or not and I haven’t quit my job yet so m I eligible or not?

[@wanderlustoky5976]

I applied for EI on March 17 the day I was laid off due to covid 19, but have not received my access code in the mail. Reading the comments a lot of people have, anybody else still waiting longer than the ten days mentioned for their access code? I can’t get through service Canada to get another one mailed out. Also if my application will automatically be processed as CERB, do I need my access code in order to receive it? How long do we wait to receive money if we applied to EI first n don’t need to apply through CERB? Do I still need to reapply every four weeks through CERB if my initial application was through EI?? Help please.

[@YouCounsel]

Assuming you selected direct deposit, you should expect payment in your account by April 10 at the latest. If you had applied for EI online, are you not able to see any updates by logging in your account? I believe you will have to apply for CERB every four weeks, but it may be through your EI reporting; i don't know for certain.

[@wanderlustoky5976]

You Counsel Thank you yes I chose direct deposit, and was able to check my status and still says under review, but I can’t complete any reports without my access code. I applied on March 17 and never received it. So since I haven’t done any of the reports because I can’t, I’m worried they won’t deposit the money even if my application goes automatically to CERB.

[@hopesprings4967]

I have a similar situation as another fellow. I was actually hired, given my hiring pkg, letter of offer. Of course my start date was moved to April 6 initially. The business is now operation at a bare minimum. So I lost a job I was hired for...but never started. Do I have a claim? I meet the other criteria.

[@YouCounsel]

You have a potential claim against the employer (who hired you). You should consult an employment lawyer for this. Since you never commenced employment, you seem to be ineligible for CERB, but check with CRA to confirm.

[@hopesprings4967]

You Counsel ...Are you suggesting I bring a case against said almost employer? I couldn’t do that. I’m hoping to go to work for them.

[@VadimBorisoff]

Thanks, great video, can you make some comments about self-employed people's eligibility or small (1person) corporation like a delivery driver. they work like subcontractors. do they qualify for CERB? Thanks

[@YouCounsel]

Subcontractors are mostly self-employed. Not much changes if you have small corporation. If you meet all the other conditions ($5K earning, zero income, cessation of work due to COVID-19 etc.), you will be eligible for CERB.

[@VadimBorisoff]

Thanks

[@lyndajanzen5637]

I receive CPP disability and was working part time in a school. My income was just over 5,000 in 2019. Do I qualify for anything?

[@YouCounsel]

I don't know for a few reasons. First, did your part-time employment end "due to" COVID-19? if not, then you are not eligible. Also, even if you were eligible, I don't know whether you can received CERB in addition to CPP disability.

[@sydneymino6164]

Hello! If my last day of work was March 18th, and applied for cerb on the 22nd of March, BUT got my last paycheque on the 27th, am I eligible? Our business shut down a couple days after my last day, so I will not be expecting anymore income from work.

[@YouCounsel]

Yes, you are eligible provide you meet all other conditions as well.

[@sydneymino6164]

You Counsel I also received $1500 as retroactive pay covering the three weeks it took for them to pay me. Then received $2000 assuming that would cover my next 4 weeks. But I filed my report a couple day’s ago and got a payment of $1000?

[@jaspindersidhu648]

Actually i applied EI benefits for Covid 19.... but i am not sure that i have to apply for CERB or no. I did something wrong by applying EI

[@YouCounsel]

I don't quite understand your question. if were eligible for regular E.I. benefits and you had applied for it on March 15 or later, you will be automatically considered for CERB.

[@kteek2352]

50/50 custody of my daughter, so I stay home half the time. still working construction with half my hrs. Do I qualify for CERB ?

[@YouCounsel]

Yes, provided you meet other eligibility criteria e.g. $5K in the last 12 months or 2019, and less than $1,000 in 4 weeks eligibility period.

[@bhumishah5594]

Do we have to pay back this amount after we start our job? Also do it affects your PR?

[@ryantrench]

bhumi shah you have to pay back some money when you file your 2020 income tax next year. I’m expecting 10 to 15%

[@YouCounsel]

CERB is taxable income, otherwise, no payback. And there is no impact on your PR status.

[@anjalisuri9356]

hlo sir, it is a great video. i do have a question that my ROE says voluntary left. i am above 15 years old i earned above 5k last year. i worked part time and my last day of work was 18th march. we receive our wage by weekly on 2nd april. now i am not working i am home from last two weeks. now i am confuse am i eligble for the benefits or not. please reply thank you

[@YouCounsel]

Since you resigned from your employment, you will not be eligible for EI or CERB.

[@kenvalencia1135]

Do you have to apply for EI to get the CeRb?

[@YouCounsel]

No. Please see the video on how to apply for CERB.

[@shehnaznagpal2741]

Hi hope you are doing well, as i have paid holidays since 1 march to 18 march , i went to india but due to travel ristriction i stuck in india so can i apply i am eligible or no

[@YouCounsel]

I am not sure whether you have to be present in Canada to receive CERB. You should check with CRA.

[@aloksunny13]

Hi thanks for the video. It's a great explainer like all of your videos. Could you please shed some light on If I apply for CERB benefits is it going to effect my ability to sponsor my spouse ( currently I have a PR and was planning to sponsor my fiance). Any opinions would be appreciated.

[@YouCounsel]

I doubt it would have any impact on your spousal sponsorship application. CERB is not like welfare. But please check with an immigration lawyer to be certain.

[@aloksunny13]

@@YouCounsel thanks. Please do keep up the absolutely great work you do. God bless

[@fraserpaulina]

I got laid off on the 17th, and applied for EI a week later on the 24th. I just received my access code today, on April 3rd. Am I supposed to fill out the biweekly reports or wait until CERB comes out? I hardly made any income at my job, and would (obviously) prefer to receive CERB benefits for the time being instead. This is all so confusing; it feels like we're all being led in the dark with no guidance or explanation. Does anybody know what to do in this situation? I thought those who applied for EI after the 15th of March would automatically be transferred onto CERB. I should also add that in my information portal in EI, it states "Type of Benefit: Emergency Response Benefit", yet it still asks me to fill out a biweekly report as if I'm on Regular EI Benefits.

[@YouCounsel]

It seems like you have been approved for CERB (through the EI application system, which is what the guidelines suggest). Please make sure to fill out your bi-weekly reports, as EI regular benefits would run longer than CERB. Also, remember that people who are applying for CERB will have to reapply every four weeks. You wouldn't need to do this.

[@fraserpaulina]

You Counsel So, if I complete the biweekly reports through the EI portal, it will reflect the CERB amount ($1,000 biweekly) for the first four months, and then switch over to the EI income amount?

[@ShivaKumar-gs7nb]

Hey did you submit your reports? I'm in the same situation. I applied on 25-Mar under regular EI and received my access code today. Should I submit my online report or should I reapply for cerb? If I submit my report now, wouldn't my payments be in accordance with regular EI ? (which btw is way less than the 2000)

[@fraserpaulina]

Shiva Kumar I’d recommend checking on your My Service Canada account under one of the Payment tabs to see which benefit they assigned you onto. Mine says “Type of Benefit: Employment Insurance Emergency Response Benefit”, so I’m confident they transferred me onto CERB. If yours says “Type of Benefit: Regular”, then they haven’t transferred you onto CERB. Since mine is most probably CERB, I filled out my biweekly report, and I’m now waiting to get my first payment next week. It should be $1,000 if all is well, since EI pays you every two weeks - not every month like the CERB program is supposed to.

[@ShivaKumar-gs7nb]

@@fraserpaulina Will check that out..Thanks for the reply!

[@najulaabdulrahiman474]

I have applied for regular ei on 30th of march. So I will get regular ei or cerb? Please reply thanks

[@YouCounsel]

CERB.

[@vancouver2074]

I just came here in 30 th of January 2020. I still working in hotel.But my job will loose 20 of April.So I didn't earned 5000 CAD. So if you think I can or cant apply for CERB ?

[@YouCounsel]

Unfortunately, no.

[@amandhawal3272]

Hii sir if EI is still in processig. Can we apply for CERB. Ex. I applied EI on april 4. Can i cancel EI application and can apply for CERB. Thank you

[@YouCounsel]

Technically, you don't need to reapply. Your EI application will be automatically processed under CERB.

[@tvdfan6253]

What if you decided to go on leave of absence due to a person in your family being immunocompromised and not wanting to potentially get it and give it to them?

[@YouCounsel]

Yes, that is one of the examples, which will qualify you for CERB provided you meet all other conditions.

[@tvdfan6253]

You Counsel My leave starts Monday so I wouldn’t qualify for the initial four week period of March 15 to April 15 as my last pay is April 17. I would qualify for April 16 to May 16 as after the 17th I don’t have any income coming in. Do you know if we can tell them which period we are going to apply for?

[@asefkabir3256]

What if my first 4 weeks period starts on April 12? And in the first period I am on an unpaid leave due to covid 19 for at least 14 consecutive days? Will I be eligible?

[@YouCounsel]

April 12 onward is the second 4-weeks period. The income has to be zero for the entire 4 weeks to be eligible.

[@asefkabir3256]

@@YouCounsel But for me that's the first period. If you look at all the periods you will see that they go upto October. Which means many people will apply in one of the later periods as their first period. Otherwise the 4 months would end in July for everyone.

[@rajwinderkaur-hq8hc]

Hi I just want to know I m eligible as my last paycheque period was March 15 - March 21 and I receive my cheque on 26 March Please let me know am I eligible

[@ew6392]

There are 7 eligibility periods (go to www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/benefits/apply-for-cerb-with-cra.html and scroll down to "Eligibility periods"). For whatever period you apply, you have to be without work for 14 consecutive days inside that period. The first period is March 15 - April 11. If you have been without work between March 22 (your first eligible day) and April 4 (14 days), then you are eligible.

[@michaelbain4930]

@@ew6392 but he is getting employment income on march 26, his pay day which means he will be ineligible. even tho he has stopped working prior to march 26, he still got paid that day

[@michaelbain4930]

Unfortunately you will be considered ineligible because you got income March 26, like me we both applied 1 week too early i believe. We both should have waited the following week to apply.

[@harmansaini8506]

Hey, I am an international student and I used to work part-time. I was laid off on 18th March. Will I be eligible for CERB provided that I had earned more than $5000 in the last 12 months?

[@YouCounsel]

Yes.

[@dixonmathew7170]

You Counsel am also international student i was working as part time employee from January but currently not due to COVID so basically am not eligible to apply cause I haven’t met the requirements so is it possible to apply for CERBC? So i get the befit for 4 months??

[@sampansharma5845]

I lost my permanent job on 14th March due to covd 19 but I had still work on call shift till 27. I lost my job due to covd 19 Was without work for 14 consective days between 15th march to april 11th. That means I'm eligible yes ?

[@YouCounsel]

yes, if you meet other conditions (e.g. $5K income in last 12 months or in 2019).

[@jamespham7390]

I made over 5k in 2019 and stopped working to focus on school. Now that school is over am I not eligible for CERB?

[@YouCounsel]

Unfortunately, no.