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Resources
where to find more information

   Statistics Canada - Statistics about employment after childbirth 1993-94

    The first year: Enhanced EI maternity/parental benefits.
Human Resources Development Canada, November 6, 2002.

   Human Resources and Skills Development Canada

   Maternity, parental and sickness benefits

   Employment Insurance (EI) and maternity, parental and sickness benefits - Frequently Asked Questions (HRSDC)
Answers questions on topics such as eligibility, information and documents needed to apply for benefits, and the amount of benefits you will receive.

   Canada Labour Code
Full text of this Canadian legislation.

   Office of the Umpire - Judicial Interpretations
The Employment Insurance Act provides for parental benefits, which are available in order to allow a claimant to remain at home to care for one or more newborn or adopted children. This page provides information on the legislation, principles of law, related topics, and cited cases.

   Newfoundland, Department of Labour
Labour Standards Frequently Asked Questions

Provides answers to questions about benefit eligibility, pregnancy and parental leave, and other labour-related topics.

   New Brunswick Department of Training and Employment Development - Employment Standards

   Guide to the Labour Standards Code of Nova Scotia
The Guide to the Labour Standards Code of Nova Scotia is a version of the Code writing in clear, everyday language. These fact sheets provide general information on the Code.

   Employment Standards Act - New Brunswick
Full text of this N.B. legislation.

   Prince Edward Island Labour Act
Full text of this PEI legislation.




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