Are STOs eligible for Employment Insurance?
Under certain conditions, yes. The teacher must have accumulated sufficient insured hours (approximately 83 days) within the Qualifying Period. Insured hours from occupations other than teaching may be included in the total. EI distinguishes between “non-teaching periods” and actual unemployment, but offers exceptions for occasionals. It’s complicated, but if you think you have enough hours, start checking at the EI website or at your local EI office.
