Benefits & Social Security
Benefits & Social Security judgments from Canadian courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Claimant Denied EI Benefits While Outside Canada
The Social Security Tribunal of Canada denied a claimant's request for Employment Insurance benefits because the claimant was outside Canada. The exception for a 7-day visit to attend to a seriously ill family member did not apply to the entire period the claimant was abroad.
Accident Benefits Claim Dismissed for Being Out of Time
Eligibility for EI Benefits Ruled on by Social Security Tribunal
The Social Security Tribunal ruled that the Commission made mistakes when reviewing a claimant's eligibility for Employment Insurance benefits. The Tribunal sent the case back to the General Division for a new look at the claimant's eligibility.
Claimant Denied CPP Survivor Pension Due to Lack of Conjugal Relationship Proof
Claimant Denied CPP Survivor’s Pension Due to Lack of Conjugal Relationship Proof
CPP Disability Pension Application Denied Due to Insufficient Proof
CPP Disability Pension Denied: Insufficient Proof of Severe and Prolonged Disability
Federal Court of Appeal Upholds Decision on CRCB Eligibility
The Federal Court of Appeal ruled that a claimant was not eligible for the Canada Recovery Caregiving Benefit because she was not working or self-employed when her child was born.
CRT Rules Lack of Jurisdiction Over Alberta-Based Insurer Providing Accident Benefits
The Civil Resolution Tribunal ruled it lacked jurisdiction to hear a dispute involving accident benefits provided by an Alberta-based insurer under an Alberta policy. The claimant sought reinstatement of benefits and reimbursement of expenses, but the CRT determined it lacked jurisdiction based on the insurer's status and the policy's origin.
Social Security Tribunal Rules on Claimant's Canadian Residency Status
Federal Court Rejects Challenge to CERB Eligibility
The Federal Court dismissed a challenge to the denial of eligibility for CERB benefits. The court ruled that the applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence of earning at least $5,000 in self-employment income.
SST Partially Allows Residency Appeal for OAS and GIS Benefits
The Social Security Tribunal of Canada partially allowed an appeal regarding residency requirements for Old Age Security (OAS) and Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) benefits. The claimant was found to not be a resident during the period from March 13, 1997 to May 7, 2017 but was considered a resident from May 8, 2017 until January 20, 2026.
Social Security Tribunal Denies Extension for Late Appeal
Appeal for Employment Insurance Benefits Denied by Social Security Tribunal
Appeal Denied: Reasonable Explanation Required for Late Filing
CPP Disability Pension Application Denied for Lack of Evidence
Claimant Granted More Time but Denied Permission to Appeal Employment Insurance Benefits
The Social Security Tribunal granted the claimant more time to file an appeal regarding Employment Insurance benefits but denied permission to appeal because the claimant did not provide a reasonable explanation for procedural fairness breaches.
Federal Court Rejects Claimant's EI Benefits Claim
The Federal Court dismissed the claimant's application for judicial review, upholding the denial of Employment Insurance benefits. The Court ruled that the claimant did not demonstrate reasonable alternatives to quitting his job, which is necessary to qualify for EI benefits.
Claimant Allowed to Receive EI Benefits After Voluntary Departure Ruling
CPP Disability Pension Appeal Dismissed
The Social Security Tribunal of Canada dismissed an appeal for a CPP disability pension. The claimant argued she was disabled due to a fall in 2019, but the tribunal found her disability was not prolonged beyond her minimum qualifying period.