Benefits & Social Security

Social Security Tribunal Rules Vacation Pay Not Exempt Under EI Regulations

The Social Security Tribunal ruled that vacation pay received after a layoff does not qualify for exemption under section 77.997 of the EI Regulations. The decision overturned a previous ruling by the General Division.

Request for Additional Accident Benefits Dismissed

Appeal Partially Allowed: Overpayment Jurisdiction Rescinded

Federal Court Rejects Challenge to CRA's Pandemic Benefit Eligibility Decision

Appeal Division Rescinds Overpayment Decision for April 6, 2025

The Appeal Division of the Social Security Tribunal rescinded part of a lower court's decision regarding an Employment Insurance (EI) overpayment for earnings in April 6, 2025. The Claimant appealed against this decision and won on one aspect of their case.

Disability Pension Reduced Due to Overpayment

Claimant's CPP Pension Increase Appeal Rejected by Social Security Tribunal

A person appealed a decision about their a person retirement pension, claiming there was fraud in their contribution history. However, the tribunal found no proof of missing contributions and confirmed that the original calculation was accurate, dismissing the appeal.

Appeal for Increased CPP Pension Dismissed Due to Lack of Evidence

The claimant requested an increase in her Canada Pension Plan retirement pension, claiming that $2500 was missing from her contributions. However, the appeal was dismissed because she did not provide enough evidence to prove her claims.

Claimant disqualified from EI benefits for violating safety policies

Appeal Rejected: SST Denies Claimant’s Challenge to EI Earnings Allocation

A worker challenged a decision by the Social Security Tribunal that their severance and vacation pay were considered 'earnings' under Employment Insurance. The tribunal denied permission to appeal, stating there was insufficient reason to believe the original decision was incorrect or unfair.

Claimant Disqualified From EI Due To Misconduct

In this case, the Appeal Division of the Social Security Tribunal ruled that the claimant was disqualified from receiving Employment Insurance (EI) benefits due to misconduct. The decision was based on the claimant's failure to follow safety protocols and their knowledge that such actions could lead to dismissal.

Federal Court Rejects Claim for Retroactive Benefits Due to Lack of Evidence

CPP Disability Pension Appeal Dismissed Due to Lack of Consistent Evidence

SST Denies Leave to Appeal on Employment Insurance Earnings

Claimant Denied Employment Insurance Benefits for Being Outside Canada

The claimant tried to get Employment Insurance (EI) benefits but was denied because she was outside Canada and didn't show she was available for work as required by EI law.

Social Security Tribunal Allows Appeal Due to Important Error of Fact

In this case, the Social Security Tribunal allowed the appeal because the lower court made an important mistake when deciding the case. The claimant explained she was very anxious and missed the deadline due to a postal strike. As a result, the tribunal gave her more time to file her notice of appeal.

Social Security Tribunal Denies Claimant Permission to Appeal Employment Insurance Decision

SST Extends Time for EI Appeal, Denies Leave

A person seeking to challenge a decision about a person benefits had their time to file an appeal extended because they provided a good reason for being late. However, the tribunal decided not to allow the appeal to proceed as there was no strong evidence of a mistake in the original decision.

Appeal Denied: Claimant Ineligible for EI Due to Voluntary Termination

EI Appeal Refused Due to Lack of Insurable Hours

A person seeking a person (EI) benefits must have a certain number of insurable hours worked within a specific period. In this case, the claimant did not meet the required hours and was denied EI benefits by both the General Division and Appeal Division of the Social Security Tribunal.