Benefits & Social Security
Benefits & Social Security judgments from Canadian courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Social Security Tribunal Overturns Commission's Reconsideration of Employment Insurance Benefits
The Social Security Tribunal of Canada overturned the Commission's decision to reconsider claimants' Employment Insurance benefits due to an error in processing their claims. The Tribunal found that the Commission failed to use its discretion judicially when it decided to reconsider the claims.
CPP Disability Pension Appeal Overturned Due to Insufficient Proof of Severe Disability
The Social Security Tribunal of Canada overturned a lower court's decision, determining that a claimant did not meet the criteria for receiving a CPP Disability Pension. The claimant failed to prove that her disabilities were severe and prolonged by the required date.
CPP Disability Pension Appeal Denied: Claimant Not Eligible
A woman who worked as an educational assistant applied for a a person (a person) disability pension due to various health issues but was denied on appeal. She argued her conditions made it impossible to work, but the tribunal found she had not proven severe and prolonged disability by December 2025.
Federal Court Rejects CRB Eligibility Appeal
Social Security Tribunal Rejects Claimant’s CPP Disability Pension Appeal
A person applied for a a person disability pension after suffering heart attacks but was denied. They appealed this decision, arguing their conditions prevented work. The tribunal dismissed the appeal because they couldn't prove their disabilities were severe and prolonged enough to prevent them from working in any job that could earn a living.
Claimant's Accident Benefit Claims Dismissed as Moot
Federal Court Upholds CERB Decision, Declares CRB Unfair
The Federal Court upheld the Canada Revenue Agency's decision to deny CERB benefits, finding it reasonable and procedurally fair. However, the Court declared the denial of CRB benefits unfair because the claimant was not given a fair opportunity to respond.
CPP Disability Pension Appeal Dismissed Due to Lack of Severe Disability
Claimant Denied Permission to Appeal CPP Credit Split Decision
Claimant Denied Permission to Appeal Credit Split Case
The claimant tried to get permission to appeal a decision denying her credit split application, arguing that she wasn't aware of the four-year deadline and that the hearing should have been postponed. The appeal was denied because she couldn't show new evidence or a valid reason to overturn the original decision.
CPP Disability Appeal Dismissed Due to Insufficient Proof of Severe Disability
Federal Court Upholds Denial of CRBA Benefits Due to Lack of Documentation
The Federal Court upheld the Canada Revenue Agency's decision to deny CRBA benefits to a claimant because the claimant failed to provide adequate documentation proving both the minimum income requirement and the income reduction requirement related to COVID-19.
Disability Pension Eligibility Upheld for Claimant with Severe and Prolonged Condition
Claimant’s CPP Disability Pension Appeal Rejected by SSTC
A person appealed the decision denying their eligibility for a person (a person) disability benefits and post-retirement disability benefit (PRDB). Despite having bipolar disorder, insomnia, anxiety, and joint pain, the tribunal found that the claimant did not provide enough evidence to prove they were unable to a person in any substantially gainful occupation.
Claimant's Appeal for Continued CPP Disability Benefits Successful
The claimant successfully appealed the Minister's decision to terminate their a person disability benefits. Despite working limited hours for a a person who provided significant accommodations, the Tribunal ruled that the claimant remained eligible for disability support due to persistent health issues.
Federal Court Rejects Disability Entitlement Claim
Federal Court Overturns Unreasonable Decision on CERB Eligibility
Employment Insurance Appeal Allowed Due to Legal Error
A person appealed a decision denying their employment insurance (EI) benefits after quitting a job without just cause. The Appeal Division agreed that the initial decision did not properly consider all relevant factors, such as working conditions and harassment, leading to an error of law by the General Division. As a result, the case was referred back for reconsideration.
Social Security Tribunal Denies Leave to Appeal on CPP Pension
A retiree applied for leave to appeal a decision about her CPP pension but was denied. The Social Security Tribunal found no new evidence and no errors by the General Division, which had dismissed her initial appeal due to insufficient proof of fraud.