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Benefits & Social Security

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

AllowedFederal Court·Feb 27, 2026

Federal Court Allows Judicial Review of CERB Eligibility Decision

RefusedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (CPP Disability)·Feb 26, 2026

Claimant Denied Permission to Appeal CPP Disability Benefits Decision

DismissedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (CPP Disability)·Feb 25, 2026

CPP Disability Benefits Appeal Dismissed Due to Insufficient Proof of Severe Disability

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

Appeal for Employment Insurance Benefits Denied - Social Security Tribunal Decision

The claimant tried to appeal a decision about Employment Insurance benefits but was denied permission to do so by the Social Security Tribunal of Canada. The Tribunal found that the claimant did not provide sufficient evidence to support her appeal.

DismissedCivil Resolution Tribunal (British Columbia) — Accident Benefits·Feb 25, 2026

Claim for Income Replacement Benefits and Permanent Impairment Compensation Dismissed

DismissedCivil Resolution Tribunal (British Columbia) — Accident Benefits·Feb 25, 2026

Minor's Loss-of-Studies Benefits Claim Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal

A minor's mother, acting as litigation guardian, claimed loss-of-studies benefits after her child was involved in a car accident. The Civil Resolution Tribunal ruled against the claim, stating the minor was still able to continue studies at home and online.

RefusedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (CPP Disability)·Feb 25, 2026

CPP Disability Pension Appeal Denied for Lack of Evidence

The claimant attempted to appeal the denial of a CPP disability pension due to severe anxiety, depression, and physical ailments. However, the appeal was denied because the claimant failed to provide new evidence or demonstrate an arguable case.

DismissedFederal Court of Appeal·Feb 25, 2026

Federal Court Upholds Disqualification from EI Benefits Due to Refusal to Vaccinate

DismissedCivil Resolution Tribunal (British Columbia) — Accident Benefits·Feb 24, 2026

Insured Person Denied Income Replacement Benefits Due to Sick Pay

A woman sought income replacement benefits after being in a car accident, but the Civil Resolution Tribunal denied her claim because her sick pay from her job fully covered her lost wages.

DismissedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (CPP Disability)·Feb 24, 2026

Claimant denied PRDB due to insufficient disability evidence

The claimant applied for a Post-Retirement Disability Benefit (PRDB) after becoming disabled. However, the Social Security Tribunal ruled that the claimant's disability was not severe or prolonged enough to meet the criteria for a PRDB by the required deadline.

RefusedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (CPP Disability)·Feb 24, 2026

Appeal Denied: Timing Issues Prevent Claimant from Challenging General Division Decision

DismissedFederal Court·Feb 24, 2026

Federal Court Rejects Challenge to CRB and CERB Eligibility

DismissedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Feb 24, 2026

Employment Insurance Denied Due to Misconduct

The Social Security Tribunal denied a claim for Employment Insurance benefits because the claimant was fired for misconduct. The claimant argued he was dismissed due to an accident, but the tribunal ruled that his termination was due to his failure to properly test for a gas leak.

DismissedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Feb 24, 2026

Appeal Dismissed: Insufficient Insurable Hours for Employment Insurance Benefits

DismissedFederal Court·Feb 23, 2026

Federal Court Rejects Claimant's Application for Judicial Review

The Federal Court dismissed a worker's application for judicial review of a decision denying his Employment Insurance benefits. The court ruled that the worker's failure to provide proper notice of his absences constituted misconduct, disqualifying him from benefits.

RefusedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Feb 23, 2026

Employee's Appeal for EI Benefits After Misconduct Dismissal Denied

An employee who was fired for misconduct tried to get Employment Insurance (EI) benefits. The Social Security Tribunal denied her appeal because she couldn't prove she wasn't at fault for her dismissal.

AllowedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Old Age Security / GIS)·Feb 23, 2026

Successful Appeal for Partial Old Age Security Pension

RefusedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Employment Insurance)·Feb 23, 2026

Claimant Denied Permission to Appeal Employment Insurance Benefits

The claimant applied for Employment Insurance benefits but missed the deadline for submitting claim reports. They asked the commission to accept their late reports as if they were submitted earlier, but the request was denied. The claimant then tried to appeal this decision, but the appeal was also denied because they did not provide sufficient evidence to support their case.

DismissedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (CPP Disability)·Feb 23, 2026

CPP Disability Pension Application Rejected Due to Insufficient Proof

RefusedSocial Security Tribunal of Canada (Canada Pension Plan)·Feb 20, 2026

Social Security Tribunal Denies Leave to Appeal for CPP Credit Split

A person who was in a long-term relationship but separated years ago applied for a share of their ex-partner's a person benefits. The application was initially rejected, and when they tried to appeal, the Social Security Tribunal refused permission due to insufficient evidence and lack of legal grounds.

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