Updates to Fishing EI Benefits due to COVID-19
February 15, 2021 – The changes to Fishing EI Benefits due to COVID-19 will be in place until September 25th 2021.
Expand Fish Harvester Grant and Benefit Eligibility
Harvester Safety
Safe work practices for fish harvesters, developed in collaboration with fish harvesters and leading experts in health and safety. Reviewed by the Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Janice Fitzgerald.
COVID-19 Membership Surveys
The purpose of this survey is to understand the ongoing impacts of the current COVID-19 pandemic on our members. In
Direct Federal Support Needed for Plant Workers
The Government of Canada must implement a multi-faceted program of financial assistance for all fisheries workers to address the economic challenges resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Federal Support for Fish Harvesters
AUGUST 24 UPDATE — the application process for the Fish Harvester Benefit and Fish Harvester Grant is now open. Click
Employment Insurance
The changes to Employment Insurance (EI) will allow self-employed fish harvesters and sharepersons to access EI benefits on the basis of insurable earnings from previous seasons.
Fishing Employment Insurance Changes Due to COVID-19
To start your claim or access your current claim call the EI Telephone Information Service at 1-800-206-7218 (TTY: 1-800-529-3742) or for more
Mental Health Resources
The effort to address COVID-19 is extremely important, and poses a range of challenges on individuals and families as they
Inshore Fisheries Updates
Read the latest updates on how COVID-19 is impacting the inshore fishery.