EI Application -Without Reference Code

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Brothers and Sisters,

Unfortunately, Service Canada has recently limited the use of reference codes to temporary or short term lay-offs. During our retool period, Service Canada has indicated they will not be providing any further EI reference codes.

Note: All previous EI Reference codes that our Local were using have now expired.

As a result, any member applying for EI on or after May 11th, 2024 will have to complete an application without a reference code.

For guidelines on how to complete your EI application without a reference code, see attached link.

https://uniforlocal707.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/EI-Application-Guidelines.pdf

In Solidarity,

Paul Ivey

Unifor Local 707 -Unit #1

Benefit Representative

Tim Batke

Alternate Benefit Representative

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