Modernizing EI: an imperative in this era of uncertainty

If Canada wants to modernize employment insurance, it must restore a regular social dialogue with the contributors.

Jobs Minister Steven MacKinnon. Employment insurance has failed to address the labour market's needs in terms of training and skills for those at risk of losing their jobs, writes Diane Bellemare.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY DIANE BELLEMARE

April 9, 2025

As Canada navigates a period of increasing economic turbulence accentuated by trade tensions with the United States, reforming employment insurance has become unavoidable. Major reforms are essential to meet contemporary needs, and meeting this challenge requires intensifyin...

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