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EI does not have a program for reduced hours other than in very specific circumstances, none of which I qualify for.

In my case, I'm a temporary worker whose hours have dropped to less than 4 hours per week. According to the rules for EI, I can't apply and according to the CERB, because my income is not zero, I'm not eligible. The system seems patently unfair to workers who still work but at dramatically...

Hi and thanks for your reply. Yes, I have looked at EI but the benefit under CERB would be much greater at a flat 2000$, at least from what I can see at this point.

I checked the RAMQ site and you are not required to have prescription coverage unless you are 'permanently settled in Québec' - see: https://www.ramq.gouv.qc.ca/en/citizens/prescription-drug-insurance/Pages/obligation.aspx "Everyone who is permanently settled in Québec must have prescription...

Thanks for the reply :)

Does anyone know if the CIC is even working on permanent residence applications? Are all the offices completely shut down or are they still working?

I have been looking around the internet for information as to whether temporary workers would be covered and cannot find anything definitive. Regardless of the definition of 'worker', the word 'Canadian' appears everywhere. So...we really will just have to wait and see what it means. I will add...

You are correct in saying it is impossible or very difficult to find a private prescription program. Having said that, there are a number of companies that offer health insurance packages for temporary workers that include limited prescription benefits. You might consider buying the cheapest...