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Can I collect E.I.? -How many work hours needed? 

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Posted On: 6/16/2016
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Hi there

I was wondering if there was a way to find out how many hours I've worked in order to collect EI if I am laid off.

Also, if I am laid off from my full time job, in order for me to attend college full time, can I collect EI for being laid off during that time period?
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Posted On: 6/21/2016
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Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

We can appreciate that you would be interested in this type of information.

It is best if you contact the Employment Insurance Telephone Information Service directly for information specific to your situation.

You can find the information here:
Toll-Free: 1-800-206-7218 (TTY: 1-800-529-3742)

The EI Telephone Information Service is an automated telephone service that is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you would prefer to speak to a representative, call this number between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, and press "0."I hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation.

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