Statistics Canada has released data showing 1,033,460 individuals received Employment Insurance benefits in February 2026. The report, published on August 19, 2026, includes monthly figures for Canada and census divisions, unadjusted for seasonality. Key data points include 674,390 regular benefits, with 604,920 recipients having no declared earnings. March 2026 data showed 1,023,410 total beneficiaries, while April 2026 recorded 904,930. The dataset covers 2000–2026 and includes breakdowns by income benefit types. Full details are available in Table 14-10-0323-01, with citation information provided.
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