Canada Employment Insurance (EI) Benefits and Farmers

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If you are a farmer who engages in farming activities in Canada and you also work in insurable employment (usually under a contract of service, as an employee), you may be eligible for Employment Insurance (EI) benefits.

If you are a farmer who has income from operating a farm, you may be able to register for EI special benefits for self-employed people.

If you are unsure of your employment status (employee or self-employed) or whether or not your employment is insurable, please contact the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Under the Employment Insurance Act, CRA is responsible for determining whether or not your employment is insurable.

Call (800) 206-7218, or use the website.

Phone

(800) 206-7218

Website

https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/ei-farmers.html