Are you eligible for the Wage Earner Protection Program

The Government of Canada’s Wage Earner Protection Program (WEPP) provides timely payment to employees who are owed wages when their employer goes bankrupt, enters receivership, or undergoes a qualifying insolvency proceeding.

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What WEPP covers

How much you could get

One-time payment equivalent to up to 7 weeks of Employment Insurance maximum insurable earnings. In 2025, the maximum payment is $8,844.22 and is revised annually.

Who can apply

To qualify, you must:

How to apply

  1. Submit a proof of claim to the trustee or receiver managing the insolvency
  2. Apply online or in person at a Service Canada Centre

Need help? For more information, visit the Service Canada website.

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2025-08-20