Decisions
The Employment Insurance Board of Appeal, along with various courts, publishes their decisions online. To assist you in preparing for your appeal, you can search these decisions to gain insight into past rulings and their relevance to your appeal. These databases provide easy access to a wide array of decisions related to Employment Insurance, helping you better understand the context and outcomes of similar cases.
Employment Insurance Board of Appeal Decisions
The Employment Insurance Board of Appeal (EIBOA) decides first-level appeals related to Employment Insurance claims. Decisions issued by the EIBOA after April 1, 2026, are published in this decision database. The database is designed to provide easy and reliable access to information, allowing users to search and review a broad range of decisions related to Employment Insurance.
Social Security Tribunal Decisions
Prior to the implementation of the Employment Insurance Board of Appeal (EIBOA) on April 1, 2026, first level appeals were processed through the Social Security Tribunal (SST) of Canada. Now that the EIBOA has launched, the SST will no longer process first-level appeals; however, any appeals filed before this date will still be handled by the SST. The SST will continue to review second-level appeals through its Appeal Division.
Supreme Court of Canada Decisions
Decisions of the Supreme Court of Canada address legal issues of national significance and establish precedents that guide courts across the country. As Canada’s highest court, its judgments provide authoritative interpretations of the law and are binding on all lower courts.
Federal Court Decisions
Federal court decisions resolve disputes involving federal laws government actions, and specialized areas of federal jurisdiction. These judgements provide guidance on the interpretation and application of federal legislation and administrative decisions.
Federal Court of Appeal Decisions
Federal Court of Appeal Decisions review and clarify legal questions arising from the Federal Court and certain federal tribunals. These judgements help to ensure the consistent interpretation and application of federal law throughout Canada.
Canadian Legal Information Institute
The Canadian Legal Information Institute (CanLII) website serves as a resource for individuals involved in Employment Insurance (EI) appeals. It provides free access to a comprehensive collection of legal information, including decisions from various courts and tribunals related to EI cases. This platform enables appellants, representatives, and the public to research past decisions, understand legal precedents, and gain insights into the EI appeal process.