EI Sickness Benefits in Canada — Application Guide & Q&A
Get the lowdown on navigating EI sickness benefits in Canada, from applications to reporting, so you can focus on feeling better.
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Location
Online
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About this event
- Event lasts 1 hour
Feeling burned out, stressed, or unwell — but unsure how to take paid leave from work?
If you live in Canada, you may be eligible for EI Sickness Benefits, even for mental health reasons like stress, anxiety, or burnout.
But the application process can be confusing, and the official websites don’t explain the real-life steps clearly.
That’s why I created this live, guided workshop — to walk you through:
✅ Who qualifies for EI Sickness Benefits
✅ What documents and forms you need
✅ Key elements to pay attention to when submitting online application
✅ How to report biweekly without losing your payments
You’ll also learn:
💬 How to talk to your doctor and employer
🧠 How to handle the emotional stress of taking sick leave
📥 What helped me get approved (and how I almost missed it!)
This is not a boring lecture. It’s a supportive, beginner-friendly session designed to help you feel confident, calm, and clear about your next step.
Who is this for?
This session is perfect for:
- Full-time or part-time workers in Canada
- Creatives, professionals, or parents feeling overwhelmed
- Anyone considering medical leave for mental or physical health
- First-time applicants who feel unsure or stuck
Bonus:
All attendees will receive a downloadable EI Sickness Application PDF and access to the session replay for 30 days.
About the Host:
Hi! I’m Kelly — a content creator and wellness educator who went through the EI Sickness Leave process myself while recovering from burnout. I created this session to help others find clarity, courage, and practical support when they need it most.
Connect with me:
https://www.youtube.com/@KellyTalksBrand
Frequently asked questions
Anyone living in Canada who is considering applying for EI Sickness Benefits due to stress, burnout, mental health issues, or physical illness. Whether you're employed full-time, part-time, or recently stopped working, this session will help.
Yes! This session specifically includes guidance for applying due to mental health conditions like stress, anxiety, burnout, or depression — all of which can qualify as valid medical reasons. Working with a medical professional is crucial in this process as they need to diagnose you first.
Nope. You can keep your camera off and just listen in. There will be a Q&A portion where you're welcome to ask questions via chat or mic — totally optional.
Yes! All attendees will receive access to the replay for 30 days after the session, along with an application guide PDF.
I’m offering two promo codes to make it more accessible: FIRST5 – 50% off for the first 5 sign-ups EARLY20 – 20% off until August 12th
No — this is a personal, independent workshop based on my lived experience and research. I am not affiliated with Service Canada or the EI program.