Update April 16: Eligibility REVISED - Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)

[@hmong337]

My wife is home to take care of our 2 year-old. She is on leave of absence and her employer notified Service Canada and sent her record of employment. She is getting CERB.

[@raphaelm.2335]

Here's a good question for all: For the person that meets all the eligibility criteria, whom made a claim for CERB and received it, yet went over the 1000$ by 1001$-1060$ (1$ to 60$) at the end of the period, because of X reason (had to stay longer at work), the Government will claw back the totality of the 2k claim for a few dollars over OR, will ask some type of tax or perhaps reimbursement on that revenue? It would seem very unlikely that for the person in dire need of CERB, would be penalized for a couple dollars over. Thoughts?

[@sharnjitrai5018]

Hi, I have a few questions about my eligibility criteria. I stuck in India because of COVID-19 and couldn't start my job on 30th March 2019. My Concern is that am I eligible for the cerb payment period 15 March - 11 April or should I wait for the next payment period. I meet the following requirements: -earned $5000 last year - reside in Canada - haven't quit my job Thank you in advance.

[@nester588]

This is the latest update: --------------------------------------------------------------- "...We will verify eligibility The CRA will be verifying that individuals are eligible to receive the benefit. In cases where claimants are found to be ineligible, they will be contacted to make arrangements to repay any applicable amounts. As part of the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy, the CRA will be comparing employers’ payroll records with information provided by CERB claimants to ensure that individuals who have returned to work and who have therefore become ineligible for the CERB repay those amounts....." --------------------------------------------------------------- Those who returned to work became ineligible? So how then do you treat those who earned $1000 or less income? They will repay? Really?

[@nester588]

Notwithstanding the revised eligibility criteria given in the cra website, the following provisions still exist therein as follows: Eligibility periods : ......... If you start working again after you get a CERB payment, and then stop working, you need to re-apply for the CERB. When you re-apply, you must confirm that for at least 14 days in a row, during the period you are applying for, you won't receive: employment income self-employment income .......... There is somehow a conflict or oversight in the revised requirement... And the mention of "You stopped or will stop working"... may not be relevant anymore considering that you can continue working with a receipt of less than $1000 within a period. Please help clarify thanks

[@nester588]

website provisions have been modified already.

[@BAIGAMING]

9:00 Good point, bursaries and scholarships can't be counted as income, but TA income is considered income, you'll get regular looking T4's if you were, say, a graduate student doing TA work. Scholarships and awards are on the T4A's and aren't income.

[@YouCounsel]

@BAI GAMING, thank you for sharing this info.

[@laibaanwar7696]

Under the new revised CERB plan, am I eligible if I am making less than $1000 but did not earn $5000 in the last 12 months?

[@YouCounsel]

No.

[@riosfamily]

So people that are currently working who makes more than 1k but less than 2k, isn't eligible? Thats horrible. I thought they changed it to people who's earning less than 2500 are now eligible?

[@Angellina13]

I have my own business and I work for a non-profit. I bring in about $2300 a month from the non-profit and previously about $1500-2000 /month from my business. Since COVID my business has slowed incredibly to about $500/ month. Am I eligible for the benefit? Thanks so much for the great video!

[@YouCounsel]

It doesn't seem like you are eligible, as you total monthly income is more than $1K.

[@nitu323]

Sorry to ask u agai same question ... 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? Thanx

[@ericreyes8312]

Hi. Thanks for this very informative video. Can you please clarify if I’m eligible if I earned more than $1000 in 9 days within the period of my first claim. Thank you.

[@mnirwin5112]

Alas, I am still not eligible ... I am a part-time worker but earn just slightly over $1,000 a month. :(

[@airaquitoriano1]

you can apply because it says if its ur first claim, u must not earn more than $1000 in 14 consecutive days

[@cerinaordonez9316]

Hi, am I eligible for the CERB even though I'm not physically in Canada? I'm stuck here in another country due to a lockdown. The spa I worked at was closed since March 15.

[@jamilkhidri5236]

Good afternoon. My wife is working part time and worked part time prior to covid-19, but makes less than $$1000/month. Is she eligible for CERB? Please let me know. Thx

[@gurpreetbanga2748]

Thank you for the info! My gross is more than $1000 per month even through net is less than 1k, which makes me ineligible for CERB, but do you think I can get the first initial payment since the $1000 requirement is only for 14 days not the full four week period??

[@YouCounsel]

I believe so, if you meet the conditions for the first 4-week period.

[@airaquitoriano1]

You Counsel what are the conditions? i am in the same boat as Gurpreet Banga. I am still working part time and I make a little above $1000 every month. i am thinking if i should apply for the first period because my 14day income is amounting to $500+ only. what do u think? shall i go ahead and apply?

[@aquarius9900]

My question to is understanding the initial period of 14 consecutive days I made $1000 or less in the first 14 days and in the days after 14 days I made $500 so is that what they mean since it's the first period to help transition people over they make initial period relaxed ?

[@hopesprings4967]

Hi again, I wonder if I would now qualify. I worked on contract for a mat leave. It was supposed to be for ten months. I was let go after one month. The suggestion was I was not a good fit. Aka I’m 56. It’s the car business. I worked in it for years. It’s a brutal industry. Would this now qualify me? My previous situation was I was to start a job April 6. Never got put on payroll as they followed guidelines and laid off all but essential workers. They gave me my hiring pkg etc...but as I say. I was never on payroll. I was let go in October 2019 from the car dealership. I quit a job to go to the dealership. I’ve been looking after my Mom in terms of young her shopping etc...But she’s not ill from Covid-19...she is a senior. I did not apply for EI after I was let go, as I was only there one month and quit my previous job. PLEASE HELP 🤦‍♀️🤷‍♀️

[@traceyknelson8535]

Hello, If a 75 year old wife,is taking care of her husband age 72,with dementia,who cannot take care of himself.daily living, both on ccp,There is no placements in senior homes right now due to cov 19.Help is needed for paying others to help out in daily living ; bathing,activities ect.Would she qualify for the 2000 benefit? Please and thank you.

[@YouCounsel]

CERB is essentially for people whose employment is interrupted in some way due to COVID-19. If that's not your situation, unfortunately, CERB will not work for you. You may have to consider other government assistance programs.

[@pradhangaurav44]

I have one question for the first claim which was from March 15 to April 11. I earned $980 for the first 2 weeks from March 15 to March 29. For the rest of 2 weeks from March 29 to April 11, I earned $800. So, can you tell me whether I am eligible for the first claim, please? Thank you very much. I appreciate it.

[@elizacheung3660]

Great video. Thanks for making it. I need some clarification. I am a self-employed on commission. I have stopped working since March 15. I received a commission cheque on May 4 for a transaction that I did on March 7. Am I eligible to apply for CERB for the period of April 12-May 9?

[@YouCounsel]

yes.

[@annua.7884]

Is profit share a part of income?What if due to profit share my regular income exceeds the threshold limit of 1000 $.Please suggest..thanks.

[@rosefariha4867]

Hi, I have $5050 in employment income, am i still eligible for CERB? Please let me know, thanks.

[@davidchico2943]

I am a golf backshop worker who made more than 5k in 2019 but haven’t worked since November/october. I would have been working right now but because of covid I am not. Am I eligible? I payed into ei but never used the benifets.

[@sophrosyne5900]

Same for me ! I worked at a seasonal resort and have been unemployed not receiving e.i benefits have had 0 income since Oct/Nov. I also had a job contract starting April 15th - Nov 31st and now have not started work due to covid19 closing it.... I made over 647 hours and 10k ! I'm receiving the benefit but am afraid to have to pay it all back !... hope this means I was legitimately eligible and they cover people whom are seasonal .

[@YouCounsel]

Seasonal workers are eligible as long as they are eligible for EI or have exhausted EI between December 29, 2019 and October 3, 2020. @David Chico and @Sasha Alexandria: based on the information you have provided, it seems neither of you is eligible for CERB. Please to double-check with CRA to be certain.

[@davidchico2943]

You Counsel how do I know if I am eligible for EI I am going to university next year. I am not working because of Covid19. I payed EI while I worked but since it a seasonal worker I have worked since October/November. I heard they are now giving money to students which is good. I earned more than 5k. Where do I not qualify?

[@RyleyRehab]

If you were working 2 part time jobs, and you quit one voluntarily and were laid off the other due to COVID, would you still be eligible for CERB?

[@YouCounsel]

Maybe. Please check with CRA.

[@khalidmalik9362]

I am out of Canada since 2013 and was not having job there. obviously did not file tax after 2012..Am i eligible for this program to receive the funds?and is it must to land in Canada since I heard if you could not come back to Canada due to travel restriction people qualify please elaborate the process.please help me providing expert opinion

[@seidmohammed6026]

I’m protected refuge claimant due to Covid19 my PR way behind And my son expired. Can I apply for cerb?

[@cynthiaprice3692]

If you are immune compromise and cannot go to work right now but have all the criteria do i still qualify for CERB

[@hyperwarrior908]

If my EI stopped exactly on December 29th, am I eligible? It said in detailed information of my account: "2019-12-29-Last Payment Regular Benefits Ended"

[@neenaa6728]

hyperwarrior same situation

[@cindypreston1891]

For those receiving ccp -d and had earning of 5000. How will the government deal with an 8000 taxable income with cerb and not loose your ccp-d. The earning cap is 5800.00

[@sohailahmad6882]

HI I RECEIVED 2 PAYMENT BUT WHEN I CAN APPLYING 3RD TIME I HAVE AN ERROR "you are unable to apply for the selected period online to complete your application" ANYONE CAN HELP ME OUT AND TELL ME THE SOLUTION HOW I AM SOLVE THIS PROBLEM ??????

[@ghfsmith9693]

With the recent expansion of CERB eligibility that now includes seasonal workers etc. is there Any expectation / high profile suggestion / pressure to further expand coverage to Canadian expats living abroad (who do declare (to the CRA) their income earned while living abroad ? Who can be contacted to glean any information on the likelihood, or lack thereof, of Any assistance coming down the pike that might apply to the 2.8 Million Canadian citizens currently living abroad ? Any advice, updates, even "credible~rumors" would be greatly appreciated. Thanks !!!

[@YouCounsel]

Unlikely.

[@kagemitsu-0343]

I have been getting the CERB for three month now. But my work still working and I have been on hold from my work cause I was sick and I didn’t want to get THE VURUS FOR MY FAMILY I didn’t go back to work yet. But I am getting CERB I am a part time I made over 5k last year. Am I eligible. Or I will get f***ed up next year ?

[@lakshbaweja956]

Hey, I’ve been getting a lot of confusion regarding the subsequent CERB because some people say that you are required to stay off the work completely and then like you said that I can still apply for it if I am making under $1000. I’d appreciate if you could clarify.

[@YouCounsel]

Less than $1,000 is correct; the eligibility requirements were revised, as I mentioned in the lecture.

[@frankdumars7183]

The new criteria says less than $1000 a month does that mean from March.15 to April.11 and. April.12 to May.10 or just less than $1000 in the month of March and April?

[@YouCounsel]

I don't believe it is calendar month. It should coincide with the benefits period i.e. March 15 to April 11 and onward.

[@dariad5042]

@@YouCounsel but what if PayPeriod falls in two benefits periods? My situation: Will I be legible if I got less than $1000 gross for the working weeks of April 4 to 17th (worked less than 10 hrs a week due to shortage of work because of pandemia)? Not sure if my work will pick up after...

[@aquarius9900]

@@dariad5042 from March 15th to April 11 ..for first payment you can't have made over $1000 in 14 days out of the month from employment or self employment and for each period after (april12 onward) you can't have earned over $1000 in the 4 week payment period from employment or self employment.

[@plsno1355]

does going on a voluntary leave of absence because im scared of bringing home the virus to my high risk mother make me ineligible?

[@YouCounsel]

If the voluntary absence is treated as resignation, you will not be eligible for CERB.

[@ilovepizzaaa6442]

I have similar case. I was on leave of absence and will be getting salary next to next week because i have to return to work now. I was afraid earlier. but now i have no choice :(. Don't wanna lose my job. I also don't know if i am eligible.

[@imagesinfo1720]

Im confused as to the wording " For at least 14 days in a row during the 4-week payment period, you do not expect to receive more than $1,000 (before taxes) from employment"... Does it mean you do not earn more than $1000 for two weeks in a row or the 14 days, so its okay to earn more than $1000 for the entire 4 weeks for the first period of MArch 15 to April 11 ? Or what does this really mean. Its very confusing.

[@RasheedAhmed-ee7ki]

Images Info I’m also in the same situation did you applied for April 11-May 9th period

[@aquarius9900]

Same.. I'm trying to figure that out... I'm pritty sure that's what it means.. and CRA dosent explain this on the website..

[@aquarius9900]

Can you explain made under $1000 in 14 or more consecutive days for first period ? so if i made under $1000 in the first 14 consecutive days and in the last 14days in the period I made $600.... then i made under $1000 for the first 14 consecutive days and the last 14 days period ...thats what they mean? The initial start period they alow $1000 in 14days and second period it's $1000 in 30 days. ..

[@YouCounsel]

correct.

[@aquarius9900]

@@YouCounsel thank you.. do you know how much wrong info on facebook people in CERB help groups are giving..,theirs going to be alot of people find themselves owing money making payments to CRA next year

[@aquarius9900]

and money made in the period..is that cash in hand or paycheck mount or is it the hours worked added up x wage?

[@YouCounsel]

gross pay

[@kevinabdallah1941]

very informative video. i have a question though. I work at starbucks but am not currently working at the moment. I’ve been asked to go back to work may 19th but i didn’t want to go back because i didn’t want to put myself at risk . If i take a leave of absence am i still eligible for cerb? and if i do have to go to work , if i make less than $1000 am i still eligible? Thank you

[@YouCounsel]

Please check out the video on right to refuse work. A leave of absence must be approved by your employer. If you do earn less than $1,000 in the four-week benefit period, you could be eligible for CERB provided you meet all other conditions.

[@ohblimeyy3005]

Hi! I get biweekly paycheques. I got laid off on April 30 th. So I applied for cerb for may 10 to June 6 period. But since I get biweekly paycheques my pay for last week of April came on 15th May and it was just slightly more than 1000 dollars. Meanwhile I also got cerb payment for May 10 to June 6 period of 2000 dollars. Does that mean I am not eligible for may 10 to June 6 period? Please guide. I didn't think I would get more than 1000 in for the last week pay. I am confused now

[@XSHABX]

If Your Pay Goes more than $1000 a month before Tax you aren't elidgable from my understanding.

[@airaquitoriano1]

so if i earn a little above $1000 a month, I can still apply for my first claim right because i only earned $500+ for 14 consecutive das during the first initial period? hope to hear from you

[@YouCounsel]

Yes.

[@Resurrection9]

I'm confused with the CERB and my situation. I was in close contact with an employee that had tested positive for covid 19 and was ordered by my company to stay home and self isolate for 14 days. In these 14 days I would not be earning more than a $1000. But I would be going back to work and in the next 14 consecutive days I would be earning more than a thousand. These 28 days run in the same eligibility period. Am I still eligible for the CERB? When I contacted the CRA I was told that I would have to pay it back.

[@YouCounsel]

i would of course rely on CRA's advice, but my reading of the guidelines is different. My understanding is that for "your" first eligibility period, if the income is less than $1,000 in 14 consecutive days, you are eligible for CERB. That said, the wording of the guidelines is not clear, as it only refers to the "first" eligibility period. Does that mean March 15 to April 11 only? i am not certain. In any event, you should apply for EI Illness benefits, as you seem to be eligible for that.

[@cathyf628f2]

Hi There, I got laid off November 2019, but my Mom was sick, I go back and take care of her, just to get back to Canada in February 2020 and got my EI, my EI less than $ 2000 /m. My EI the middle of October.2020 finish.I always working hard until laid off, when my EI finish can apply CERB? If I couldn't apply CERB, that is very unfair to me!!! Please let me know. Thank you! Cathy

[@YouCounsel]

If your E.I. expires before October 3, 2020, you can apply for CERB at that time.

[@sidharthsajeev6374]

hello sir, i have worked till dec 25th of last year (i had no EI) , had to quit a job because i moved to another province. I got a job recently this april 2020, but they didn't dispatch me or didnt start the work as the projects were pushed back. Am i eligible to apply for CERB

[@YouCounsel]

Unlikely, but you may argue that you had a binding employment offer which got delayed due to COVID-19. The best way to confirm this by contacting CRA.

[@sidharthsajeev6374]

You Counsel thank you sir

[@MrCdub88]

So a friend of mine applied on April 6, first day applications launched, and he wasn’t aware that he had to apply on Thursday that week since his birthday is in Nov. Would he have to re apply on that Thursday again or does it automatically put him on that bracket for birthdays or does his application just go through since he applied on that day already? Thanks

[@YouCounsel]

Did he receive confirmation of the application? If so, he should have received the first payment by now.

[@MrCdub88]

Confirmation saying after the application “we have received your application” is that the confirmation?

[@Coffewithsteve]

I got a question if I quit my job in November but was out of country now I got self isolate when get home do I qauilfy or not.

[@YouCounsel]

Unfortunately, no.

[@saisannith9780]

Hii brother,I have question,I received two weeks (30-march to 12-april)income of $700 before taxes on April 16.from april 15th I have stopped working because of fever and applied for CERB for the period of April 12-may 9. So, march 30-april 12th's pay which I received on April 16 comes under this second eligibility period...? Could you answer this question quickly and thanks in advance

[@YouCounsel]

The pay you received in April 16 is for the older period of work, so it does not make you ineligible for CERB.

[@saisannith9780]

@@YouCounsel thanq brother

[@Brandon77745]

What about un paid leave? For example, I work at a call center. We have already introduced the work from home option, but some people are un able to work from home. They are keeping the center open for the people who cant work from home. People are taking an un paid leave of absence due to this. Would I be eligible for this benefit, if I chose to take an LOA because I am un able to work from home, and dont feel comfortable coming into the workplace amid the covid situation?

[@YouCounsel]

If unpaid LOA is approved, and you meet other conditions, you should be eligible for CERB.

[@aneeshchulliparambilmohana619]

Hi, i have worked four days in the last 14 days of first period ( march 15 - April 11) after that i was layed off. But my company decided to pay my vaccation pay for the last 10 months together with that pay for four days and i recieved 1182$ all together on april 17th. So will i be eligible to apply cerb for the first period of march 15 to april 11?

[@YouCounsel]

Yes.

[@dlee3497]

so where can i apply if I am making under 1k dollars per month? because CRA website seems not updated yet.

[@YouCounsel]

I believe it's updated. you may want to contact CRA if you are having problems in filing the application.

[@rajivjolly9564]

Hi There! I was terminated on 30 January,20 . I have applied for EI on March 23,20 and my EI claim is still under review. Am I eligible for CERB? Thanks

[@YouCounsel]

There are strict time limit to apply for regular EI. Please check whether you submitted your E.I. application within the requisite time period. This may affect your eligibility for EI/CERB.

[@gmpp6423]

Hi.. i have applied for ei after march 15 but again i have applied for cerb glad that received money for the last two months.. my question is dat do i have to apply for ei or cerb for the coming month

[@WAJDIflah]

Is it fair to say that all folks who did file their tax last year r not eligible.

[@dav171991]

If my ei ends on July and I apply for CERB, would I receive the 4 months or its going to be 3 months only as they limited the period until October 3,2020

[@YouCounsel]

Only until October 3, 2020 unless the government extends the benefits time period.

[@jaskaransingh2764]

Sir, i have ROE from company, which is good for me to apply CERB OR EI. Thanks

[@khush_b]

You would be enrolled directly into CERB EI=CERB after 15 March 2020.

[@pav4975]

Hello Amer Mushtaq, I hope you are well and fine, and you would take time out to read the comment and reply to it. Basically, I've understood all the eligibility criteria, but mine is bit different, I've earned More than 5K last year I am part time construction worker, I received my first pay yesterday for the first month which is about $800(reduced hours). I havne't applied for the CERB OR the EI before !!, as I was working for less hours. Could you please tell me If I fall under the category to receive the benefits of CERB ? Waiting For your reply, Thanks

[@YouCounsel]

It sounds like you are eligible for CERB by making less than $1K per month and having earned $5K in the last 12 months or 2019.

[@pav4975]

@@YouCounsel Thank you very Much Mate

[@MrBoss-bo8rl]

"Employment income not exceeding over 1000$" Is this gross or net employment income that we are talking about?

[@YouCounsel]

Gross income

[@MrBoss-bo8rl]

@@YouCounsel really? But it doesn't make sense, since the net pay people receive from their employment is less because of tax deductions.

[@crazymichaels7898]

Thanks for the info. I am more certain now that I do not qualify for CERB but I did apply and got the first payment. I also applied for the 2nd term. How and when will I be notified? Shouldn't the system know somewhat as you apply or after you've finished application? Thanks in advance

[@YouCounsel]

The CERB application is based on self-declaration of eligibility. If you are ineligible, you can voluntarily refund the payment to CRA.

[@ramandeepkaurboora4371]

Hi, I'm international student, I came to Canada in January 2020 nd started my classes in January 2020, from January to till date I've not got any job due to COVID-19 . Could you please tell me I'm eligible for this or not?

[@YouCounsel]

You are not eligible.

[@rachelc4984]

Hi there, Can someone help me if I am eligible or not eligible for CERB? I was having fever last month March 18, so I called telehealth and the nurse asked me to stay home for 14 days, fever was gone on the 10th day. So after 14 days isolation, I told my manager I am not going to work for April because I am afraid I will catch again and I have two kids need to taking care, So I applied CERB last month and I got my $2000, but on my ROE is leave of absence with code N. Do I need to paid back the CERB later because my ROE code is leave of absence?

[@YouCounsel]

Leave of absence is fine and doesn't make you ineligible for CERB.

[@wilburslug140]

Someone paid me some money they owed me for work last year as this company was having financial trouble. Does this payment make me ineligible for CERB as currently I am only making about $150 per week on reduced hours.

[@YouCounsel]

No, that payment is for work from last year.

[@aquarius9900]

The actual CERB application on revenue canada still says we must have stopped working and will not work.. and havent worked for 14 consecutive days ..then it says we need to have not earnd over $1000 from employment ... its creating major anxiety as my son applied for the first time period and then we saw the ..Must have not worked.. part ...is there anyway you can help get this fixed.. everyone is tweeting it out asking for someone to revise the wording...

[@YouCounsel]

I am sure CRA will fix it soon. As long as your son meets the latest eligibility criteria, he will be fine.

[@aquarius9900]

@@YouCounsel thank you..

[@lindalu6920]

@@YouCounsel that's true, there are too many people need help with the financial problem, we are not able to find a job now.

[@givohnaitabara3819]

Aquarius hey there. Did you choose regular benefits when applying? my case is similar to yours i was just wondering...

[@aquarius9900]

@@givohnaitabara3819 i went thru revenue canada and aplyed from the blue banner at the top of the page... im still working ..reduced hours so i wouldent have gone thru EI..

[@darshiliyanage9429]

How long we can get employment insurance emergency benefit , 14 weeks or 12 weeks?, if we couldn’t find any job after this period what we have to do? EI can be extend or not.?

[@YouCounsel]

CERB is for a maximum of 16 weeks. if you are entitled to EI regular benefits, those benefits are for a much longer period (around 10 months or so).

[@hannahgreen5106]

Question,I apply for ei and I got my access code than my ei was automatically switched to cerb do I still do the bi weekly report for ei?

[@nester588]

your EI remains unused and you can avail of it (reapply) after the CERB is consumed, if you still qualify for EI at that time...

[@YouCounsel]

@Hannah Green. Yes, make sure to complete the bi-weekly reporting.

[@kiyoungkim63]

Hi, I am running restaurant but it has been closed since 3/16. I am going to apply for CEBA, 40,000 business loan. Can I apply for CERB as well???

[@msprecious3498]

Kiyoung Kim yes

[@aswinjacobsam4575]

Does this new criteria only include Canadians? Or include foreign workers, students too??

[@YouCounsel]

applies to students, work permit holders etc. as long as they are residing in Canada.

[@lindalu6920]

i got lay off at Dec 27,2019, the code is A. i was looking for a job before covid 19, and i applied EI on March 18, and i'm still waiting for the EI decision making, i called many times but nobody pick up the phone, i have been waiting for weeks, i made more than 5000 last year, do i eligibility for cerb?

[@YouCounsel]

Here's the information from Service Canada website about the timeline for applying for regular benefits. "Always apply for EI benefits as soon as you stop working. You can apply for benefits even if you have not yet received your Record of Employment (ROE). If you delay filing your claim for benefits for more than four weeks after your last day of work, you may lose benefits." applying on March 18 (more than 4 weeks) since your last day of work may disentitle you to E.I. regular benefits. I suspect this is what's happening. Did you not file online? You should check the status online. Also make sure that your address with Service Canada is correct, as they may have sent you lettermail. Regarding CERB, if you can argue that the end of your employment was somehow related to COVID-19, you may qualify for CERB.

[@epsasharma6346]

My friend is getting EI 1300 $ as he got layed off in mid Feb, as CERB is a higher amount . Is there anything to fill the gap?

[@YouCounsel]

Presently, no.

[@joker28diaz69]

I received this CERB by text and there’s a question asking my name and SIN is this a scam?

[@javar888]

joker28 Diaz scam!! Of course!!

[@msprecious3498]

Yes never give your. SIN EVER ! Just in the cra app

[@richardkey4289]

Yes.dont give out your info by text, the govt wouldn't reach out that way.i get scam phone call/ text/ email stuff 4-6x a year.be careful.

[@GurmeetSingh-fc8uk]

I am International student and eligible for CERB do I still need to return money..?

[@elainei5245]

Thank you for the information. In regards to my situation I was on maternity leave last year until July 2019. I was supposed to go back to work in July but my job informed me my position was terminated due to non-cause. I was given severance pay until November. I applied for EI in December but was denied due to insufficient hours. I had 629 hours and needed 700 to be approved. I made the 5K requirement in 2019 but I have not found work and with the covid, no one is hiring now. Do you think I would be approved for CERB or no?

[@YouCounsel]

Likely not. But you should consult with an employment lawyer as you may have a human rights claim against the former employer.

[@elainei5245]

You Counsel Thank you! I appreciate your response.

[@pradhangaurav44]

I have a question. I worked from March 22 to April 4, 2020, and was paid on April 16 which is above $ 1, 000. I did not apply for the first period of CERB. Can anyone tell me whether I am eligible for the second period (April 15 to May 16) or not, please? *considering other eligibility requirement is met.

[@YouCounsel]

Yes, you are.

[@hasanalomar7825]

Can I earn about 900 hundred and get the Canada emergency response benefit?

[@nimratraj4627]

Hi good morning sir.right now i am on parental leave till 4 July2020 but my work place is close because of covid19 my rest of the co workers are on EI so can I apply for CREB after finishing my EI by the July. So can I apply right after or I have to wait for 14 days please clear me .thanks

[@YouCounsel]

Apply right after.

[@vikasbansal6620]

Thank you you counsel for very useful video... Could you please explain that whether my wife (part time worker at grocery store) is eligible to apply for the first period: - Hear earnings for first 14 subsequent days (14 Mar to 28 Mar): $900 - 29 March to 10 April: $ 850 So basically she is getting more than $1000 in first month but less than $1000 in 14 days period, is she eligible? Thanks

[@YouCounsel]

I believe she is eligible if she meets all other conditions.

[@vikasbansal6620]

@@YouCounsel Thank you!!!

[@vikasbansal6620]

@@YouCounsel Just to clarify more that we are thinking to apply as she needs to take care on our 6 years old child ... thanks a lot

[@andrews7789]

Hello, I just recently graduated and I made well over $5000 last year but I have not worked since December,I am finding trouble finding work, could someone clarify if I am eligible for CERB or the new student benefit? Thanks!!

[@YouCounsel]

You may be eligible for student benefits, it seems. Please check the video on student benefits posted yesterday.

[@jayanthikumari7358]

I am a international student doing part time job . Due to lock down I have no work for 2 weeks. So I applied for cerb for march 15 to april 11th slot and got cad 2000. I earned cad 5000 in 2019 In april 19th I joined duty and worked for 48 hours and earned cad 800. After that due to fever and throat infection I informed my employer about my sickness and he allowed me to take isolation. Am I eligible for Cerb

[@YouCounsel]

Yes.

[@junjisubi6369]

I still have my job and i'm currently working part time, I make less than 1000$/month. Do I qualify for CERB ?

[@YouCounsel]

yes, if meet all of the other conditions.

[@junjisubi6369]

@@YouCounsel thank you so much, I was a little bit confused because it said that we had to not quit volountarly and I tought it was only for people who had incomes of less than 1000 without jobs

[@yasinriaz800]

Bravo to you, Well structured and detailed information. I am an Uber driver and stoped working on 30March due to COVID-19 & applied CERB and got first two month benefits. Shall i start driving uber and made less than 1000 a month while getting CERB? Anxiously waiting your reply.

[@YouCounsel]

yes, you can.

[@yasinriaz800]

@@YouCounsel Thanks, Bro.

[@yasinriaz800]

I question which bothers me, I was driving UBER but UBER didn't told us to stay home but decided by myself not to work due to COVID-19 outbreak. I am still eligible to get CERB right?

[@yasinriaz800]

My wife is on Work Visa and start working couple weeks back but did not earn 5k in 2019. I guess she can't apply for CERB?

[@shubhambhardwaj5292]

Hey, my security company is giving job to every employee that’s a on call process. I am doing part time job. I am still a employee but I am not picking shifts due to Covid 19 from last 2 weeks. Am I eligible for Cerb ? I am fulfilling all eligibility criteria. I have a doubt in this point stopped working due to covid19 ? Can u tell me ?

[@YouCounsel]

if you meet all the conditions (reduced income etc.), you are eligible.

[@shubhambhardwaj5292]

Not picking shifts that considered under this point “voluntarily quit job” or not ? What do u think ?

[@HuxleyTheProf]

@@shubhambhardwaj5292 If you're being offered shifts but not taking them you technically qualify but your work will grown on it and it's kinda gaming the system. Apply if you actually need the money and cant work. If you just dont want to work, dont bother.

[@jaspreetgill600]

I had quit job in 15 feb 2020 and was searching for new job..could not find job....in march lockdown started still give interviews and could not get job... n i had to stay home to take care of kids..am i eligible.i worked for one month only in 2020.in jan n feb.

[@YouCounsel]

It doesn't seem like you are eligible, as you had quit your job.

[@GringoleboZebulon]

I have a question, I was about to get hired by a company and then got a call letting me know that they won't hire me now due to covid. Am i eligible? Before that i was a full time student, so i didn't get 5k last year?

[@YouCounsel]

You should apply for CESB (Canada Emergency Student Benefit). There is a separate lecture on that.

[@GringoleboZebulon]

@@YouCounsel Thank you. Did my research here's what I found out: "Canada Emergency Student Benefit For post-secondary students and recent graduates who are ineligible for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit or for Employment Insurance, but who are unable to find full-time employment or are unable to work due to COVID-19, the government proposes to introduce the Canada Emergency Student Benefit (CESB). The CESB would provide $1,250 per month for eligible students from May through August 2020, and $1,750 for students with dependents and those with permanent disabilities. This new grant would provide income support to post-secondary students who will experience financial hardship over the Summer due to COVID-19. The CESB will be delivered by CRA and more details will be communicated."

[@richujain3265]

I stopped working as a courier driver (skipthedishes) as I didn't want to get infected or spread covid19. I voluntarily stopped working due to covid19. Am I eligible for CERB?

[@YouCounsel]

Quitting voluntarily makes you ineligible for CERB.

[@richujain3265]

@@YouCounsel Just to be clear, I can stop working if it's not safe right?

[@WhimsicalKnights]

@@richujain3265 From CRA website: "There may be other reasons related to COVID-19 beyond these examples why you may have stopped working. However, you cannot voluntarily quit your job. If you are concerned about the safety of your working conditions, you should discuss the situation with your employer. If you work in a federally-regulated workplace, you may wish to consult your workplace health and safety committee or health and safety representative as well as the document “Right to refuse dangerous work” at www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/health-safety/reports/right-refuse.html Otherwise, you may wish to consult the website for the department of labour in your province or territory for further information on your rights and the process you should follow. The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (www.ccohs.ca/) is another possible resource."

[@ravinderkaur4605]

I have stopped working voluntarily. But my work place is still open. Can I apply t EI with leave of absence for regular EI benefits

[@YouCounsel]

It sounds like a voluntary resignation, unless you are on approved leave of absence. if the absence is related to COVID-19, you could be eligible for CERB. I don't believe you will be eligible for E.I. though.

[@muleyeofficial6139]

Students we are left out our government needs to support the post secondary students

[@msprecious3498]

Tim Vevo yes apply anyways , it will hopefully be universal soon

[@muleyeofficial6139]

Ms Precious hopefully that would benefit a lot of people

[@XSHABX]

So for people that work in grocery stores (essential worker) but they get less than $1000 a month they are applicable I assume.

[@YouCounsel]

correct.

[@XSHABX]

@@YouCounsel Thanks for the clarification. Is CERB like a loan where we have to pay it back to the government or its just like a Grant/scholarship where it is free.

[@sai_pranav_karri]

I am earning less than 1000 bucks currently but I didn't have 5000 earned in the last 12 months or 2019. Am I eligible to apply?

[@YouCounsel]

No. if you are still earning some income, then maybe you can reach $5K to apply.

[@javar888]

Great job! I’m in the gig economy, have small CPP DISABILITY pension AND Earn SEASONAL WAGES For odd jobs when tumour pain is not bad and Dr says ok to work / paint . in the summer I earn informally on average of 2-4K per summer, per year. But also have dividend income from Canadian companies of 5k per year. Overseas right now ( trapped while volunteering with the poor) in quarantine here , and next week I’ll start my quarantine in Canada. My gosh!!!! I think I qualify but can’t get through to CRA from here . What’s your best guess? Many thanks Sir 🙏 .

[@YouCounsel]

One option could be that you apply for it (based on your genuine belief that you are indeed eligible). Once you connect with CRA later and find out that your understanding was not correct, you can refund. Only a suggestion.

[@javar888]

You Counsel thanks .. I’ll try this . It’s ever changing... can’t wait for your next video!!!😊😱

[@javar888]

You Counsel I got through to rep in the CERB department, got his name and number. Explained our of country and in quarantine like conditions, trapped here from doing volunteering, on small CPP disability pension earned over 5k and only earn small amounts over small amounts over spring and summer. Back in one week, then another two weeks of quarantine, and other . He stated yes, I was eligible. I save his name number and details of call.

[@kswalsh234]

I work in a grocery store and have mostly made less than $1000 per month this year as I am a university student. I still have this job and work the same few hours even with reduced store hours as I am still in school but I am also fearful to work more as the possibility of exposure is high. I'm not sure whether to apply as I still work the same small amount (about 12-16 hours a week) because we cannot stop work, but I do not make $1000 per month currently. Should I apply?

[@YouCounsel]

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

[@kswalsh234]

You Counsel yes I meet all other conditions, I was just unsure because my hours have not been directly reduced as a result of COVID but I still make less than $1000 a month as I was before and my store has reduced its hours of operation significantly.

[@VishalSingh-mu2em]

I am on work permit and have worked more than 20,000 last year and 700 hours. I went back to india in November 2019 and came back Canada on 4 march 2020. Didn't got any job because of covid19 as most of jobs are on hold I am eligible for Cerb or EI ?

[@YouCounsel]

Unfortunately, no.

[@gretchelpark7365]

I stopped working from the previous company end of March. If i start new work as a part-time from May and earn less than $1000, Can i apply the CERB as well even the old and new one are different job?

[@YouCounsel]

Yes, but please make sure you meet other eligibility conditions e.g. reason for the stoppage of earlier work (note: voluntary resignation makes you ineligible).

[@gretchelpark7365]

@@YouCounsel Ok, It's really helpful. thanks a lot!

[@jainamshah2793]

I am an international student I have stopped working I have not voluntarily quit my job I just dont go to job but i am still employed Am i eligible? In my ROE it states (shortage of work/end of vacation) Do i start working and earn less than 1000$ ?

[@YouCounsel]

If you meet other conditions (e.g. $5K in last 12 months or 2019), you an apply for CERB. you can also earn less than $1K and be eligible for CERB.

[@blasterelforg7276]

My SIN is valid but the system sayz that my SIN "does not match our records". Then the call ends automatically.

[@YouCounsel]

You may need to speak to someone live at CRA.

[@JpSingh5]

I do uber eat and its a contract work ...now can I reduce my hours on uber so I can earn less then 1000 and apply for cerb?...because uber is still operating can I can not resign...should I do uber and risk myself or just don't driver uber and apply for cerb?

[@YouCounsel]

You could be eligible based on reduced hours (less than $1,000 per month). if you resign, you will not be eligible.

[@brandonblair6868]

You would not have resigned because as an UBER driver you are an independent contractor. You are not an employee of UBER.

[@JpSingh5]

@@brandonblair6868 so am I eligible for cerb based on independent contractor?

[@brandonblair6868]

Independent contractors do qualify for CERB but I hesitate on saying whether or not you qualify based on your circumstance. The best call would be to call CRA and see if you can speak to someone directly regarding your situation. You will probably have a hard time getting through to someone though, given their high call volume presently. Best to call first thing when they open.

[@maychan7059]

I am going to University 2nd year, l don’t have any income last year and I cannot find the job now . Can l apply for the CESB.

[@YouCounsel]

Yes.

[@sukhvirkaur7262]

Hi, sir actually I applied for emergency benefit because after march 16 my owner don't gave me shift then I apply ok 7 april and receive money but know my owner make cheque of 40 hours with I did after 7 april is this fine because usually I work 80 hours in month and know I work only 42 hours

[@princeSharma-yz2tp]

Bro i have a question... I stopped working by myself for last 4 weeks as security guard. Yesterday i applied for CERB. I have a pending pay which my employer sends today and put date of last 14 days.. on paystub Pay is 400+ Will there be any problem?

[@stellamarisrogers534]

I dont work but just receiving pension in other country, I'm a permanent resident here am I entitled to cerb?

[@YouCounsel]

No.

[@TrickyTidy]

I was doing contract work in 2019 while in school and then looking for full-time work after. I earned less than $5000 that year. This year my part-time work has completely dried up due to COVID and I still don't have a full-time job. Would I be eligible for CERB?

[@Eaglesda21]

Doesn't sound like it. Here's a survey the Canadian government created to collect data on post-secondary students: www.statcan.gc.ca/eng/survey/household/5320?fbclid=IwAR1Sv-Vix7sPC7wq1O4TmJUqbGAa8ua9EbI1pirpRmAS3MXXOiOfdh8xstA

[@TrickyTidy]

@@Eaglesda21 Yeah, I thought so. Thanks for replying!

[@YouCounsel]

See today's lecture posted specifically for students based on Government's latest announcement.

[@AS-mr3vt]

I have stopped going to work because of covid 19 but the place where i work isnt shut down. Am i eligible?

[@Eaglesda21]

As per You Counsel's response: "Self-isolation must be approved by the employer (in writing). if it's considered voluntary resignation, you will not be eligible for CERB." So when you submit your taxes next year, if you are unable to provide this statement of approval, you will need to pay everything back.

[@YouCounsel]

@Eaglesda21, thank you for responding.

[@ariefprajogo6727]

if i get a new job but makes under $1000, can i still claim CERB ?

[@YouCounsel]

yes, if you meet other conditions.

[@joanofarc1189]

I am stucked here in the Philippines due to lockdown and still waiting for my re entry visa which I apply last February 2020 but until now I haven’t got it. Can I apply CERB since I need money to pay my rent in canada even Im here in the Philippines.

[@YouCounsel]

I am unclear about this. Please check with CRA.