|
Q：
|
What are the eligibility requirements for claiming parental leave allowance?
|
|
A：
|
The insured person must meet all the following conditions:
-
Have accumulated at least one year of coverage under Employment Insurance.
-
The child must be under three years of age.
|
|
Q：
|
What is the benefit calculation standard for the parental leave allowance?
|
|
A：
|
The allowance is calculated at 60% of the insured person’s average monthly insured salary over the six months preceding the month in which parental leave without pay begins.
|
|
Q：
|
For how long can the parental leave allowance be received?
|
|
A：
|
The allowance may be granted for a maximum cumulative period of six months per child.
|
|
Q：
|
If both parents are insured persons, may they apply for and receive the parental leave allowance simultaneously?
|
|
A：
|
Yes.
|
|
Q：
|
If raising twins simultaneously, is it possible to claim two parental leave allowances at the same time?
|
|
A：
|
No. Only one child may be claimed per application. Applications must be submitted separately, and the benefit periods must not overlap. One child may be claimed first, and after six months, an application may be submitted for the other child.
|
FAQ
