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Benefits & Social Security judgments from Canadian courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.

AllowedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Mar 27, 2026

Appeal Allowed Due to Important Error of Fact in Employment Insurance Case

DismissedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Mar 27, 2026

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.

DismissedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Mar 27, 2026

Appeal Denied: Claimant Ineligible for EI Due to Voluntary Termination

DismissedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Mar 27, 2026

Appeal Rejected: EI Benefits Denied Due to Absence from Canada

A person's appeal to receive Employment Insurance (a person) benefits was denied because they were living abroad and did not make reasonable efforts to find work while out of the country. The decision highlights that being outside Canada disqualifies one from receiving a person unless specific exceptions apply, and claimants must prove active job search efforts.

RefusedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Mar 27, 2026

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.

RefusedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Mar 27, 2026

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.

RefusedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Mar 26, 2026

SST Denies Leave to Appeal EI Misconduct Decision

A person who lost their job because of misconduct was not allowed to appeal a decision denying them Employment Insurance (a person) benefits. The Social Security Tribunal found that the claimant did not have a strong enough case to proceed with an appeal, as the General Division's decision followed established law and evidence.

RefusedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Mar 26, 2026

SST Denies Claimant Permission to Appeal on EI Benefits

A person who quit their job and later applied for Employment Insurance benefits but delayed applying due to mental health issues had their appeal denied by the Social Security Tribunal. The tribunal found that the claimant did not show sufficient reason for the delay, preventing antedating of her claim.

RefusedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Canada Pension Plan)·Mar 26, 2026

Social Security Tribunal Refuses Extension for CPP Appeal

The claimant, who applied for a person (a person) survivor and death benefits after their partner's passing, requested an extension of time to appeal a denial. The Social Security Tribunal refused this request because the original application was sent to the wrong address and did not provide new evidence or specific errors in the initial decision.

OtherSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Mar 26, 2026

Claimant Denied Permission to Appeal EI Misconduct Disqualification

RefusedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Mar 26, 2026

Claimant Denied Permission to Appeal EI Benefit Delay

The Social Security Tribunal denied the claimant's request to appeal her Employment Insurance benefit delay, stating that she did not provide enough evidence to prove she had a valid reason for the delay.

RefusedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Canada Pension Plan)·Mar 26, 2026

Social Security Tribunal Denies Claimant's Request for Extension of Time

The Social Security Tribunal denied the claimant's request for an extension of time to apply for leave to appeal. The claimant argued that he had submitted an application within the 90-day deadline, but the Tribunal found that he did not provide a reasonable explanation for the delay.

DismissedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (CPP Disability)·Mar 26, 2026

CPP Disability Pension Appeal Dismissed Due to Lack of Medical Evidence

RefusedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Mar 26, 2026

Social Security Tribunal Denies Claimant’s Appeal Permission for EI Benefits

A person seeking to challenge an Employment Insurance (EI) decision must first get permission from the Social Security Tribunal. In this case, the Tribunal refused to grant permission because the claimant did not show any significant procedural or legal issues with the initial decision.

RefusedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Mar 26, 2026

Social Security Tribunal Denies Claimant's Appeal Due to Procedural Errors

RefusedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Mar 25, 2026

Claimant Denied Permission to Appeal EI Decision

DismissedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Mar 25, 2026

Social Security Tribunal Denies Appeal for Employment Insurance Benefits

The Social Security Tribunal denied a worker's appeal for Employment Insurance benefits. The worker claimed he was eligible due to incorrect information from government employees. However, the Tribunal ruled that the law requires a complete cessation of work and pay for at least seven days, which the worker did not meet.

RefusedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Mar 25, 2026

SST Denies Claimant’s Appeal on EI Penalty

A person who made false statements about their employment status while receiving Employment Insurance (a person) benefits was denied permission to appeal a decision imposing a $4,000 penalty. The Social Security Tribunal of Canada determined that there were no reasonable grounds for reconsideration.

RefusedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Mar 25, 2026

SST Denies Extension for Late EI Appeal

A person who missed the deadline to appeal a decision about Employment Insurance benefits asked for more time, but was refused because they couldn't explain why their application was late.

RefusedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Mar 25, 2026

SST Appeal Division Denies Leave to Appeal on EI Benefits Case

A worker asked to appeal a decision denying Employment Insurance (EI) benefits after voluntarily leaving a job without just cause. The Social Security Tribunal's Appeal Division refused permission to appeal, finding no significant errors in the original decision.

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