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Minister Hajdu announces new EI Board of Appeal to launch its work on April 1

| Employment and Social Development Canada | news releases

In a rapidly changing world, we are focusing on what we can control: building a stronger, fairer and more resilient Canada. Ensuring the voices of workers and employers are heard is essential to building a strong economy and supporting the workforce of today and tomorrow.


Backgrounder: Launch of the Employment Insurance Board of Appeal 

| Employment and Social Development Canada | backgrounders

On April 1, 2026, the new Employment Insurance (EI) Board of Appeal will begin to hear and decide on all first-level EI appeals, except constitutional challenges. The creation of the EI Board of Appeal for first-level EI appeals is a significant reform to the EI recourse process.


Government of Canada raises the federal minimum wage

| Employment and Social Development Canada | news releases

In a rapidly changing world, we are focusing on what we can control: building a stronger, more resilient Canada. This calls for decisive action to protect jobs, strengthen local economies and ensure workers can adapt to changing economic realities.


Government of Canada extends financial supports for post-secondary students

| Employment and Social Development Canada | news releases

Post-secondary education is one of Canada’s most important long-term investments. Ensuring that Canadians can gain the skills and qualifications they need to get good jobs, in high-demand sectors, is key to creating a more competitive workforce.


Government of Canada extending Employment Insurance temporary measures to ensure critical income support continues for workers impacted by tariffs

| Employment and Social Development Canada | news releases

In a rapidly changing world, Canada’s Government is focused on what we control - transforming our economy to one that is stronger, more sustainable, and more independent, built on the skills and expertise of Canada’s talented workers. Ensuring the right Employment Insurance (EI) supports are in place to protect workers from global disruptions is crucial to this work.


Government of Canada taking action to support rural employers under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program

| Employment and Social Development Canada | news releases

Strong local businesses and a reliable workforce are essential to keeping rural economies growing and communities thriving across Canada. Canadians must always be first in line for available jobs. However, in regions experiencing severe labour shortages, the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program allows employers to hire foreign workers to address critical, short-term workforce gaps when qualified Canadians or permanent residents are not available.


Government of Canada creates new Tripartite Advisory Council for Labour Policy

| Employment and Social Development Canada | news releases

In a rapidly changing world, we are focusing on what we can control: building a stronger, more resilient Canada. Ensuring the voices of workers and employers are heard is essential to building a strong economy and supporting the workforce of today and tomorrow. That is why the Government of Canada is fostering meaningful tripartite engagement.


Government of Canada extends Work-Sharing temporary flexibilities to help employers and workers avoid mass layoffs

| Employment and Social Development Canada | news releases

In a rapidly changing world, Canada’s Government is focused on what we can control: building our strength at home. Through the new industrial strategy and workforce measures, we are transforming our economy – from one of reliance, to one that is more resilient, competitive, and protects workers from global disruptions.


Governments of Canada and Ontario partner to support workers impacted by tariffs and global market shifts

| Employment and Social Development Canada | news releases

The global trade landscape is shifting rapidly, creating uncertainty and challenges for workers, industries and communities across Canada. In a rapidly changing world, we are focusing on what we can control: building a stronger more resilient Canada. This calls for decisive action from governments at all levels to protect jobs, strengthen local economies, and ensure workers can adapt to changing economic realities.


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