Job loss insurance
Job loss insurance
Some life and health insurance policies provide coverage in case of loss of employment.
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You'll receive monthly payments equal to the greater of the 2 following amounts:
- 10% of the balance of regular transactions on the date of the statement issued just before you lost your job
- The minimum payment on the statement issued just before you lost your job
You're eligible if:
- You lost your full-time job (minimum 20 hours per week) at least 30 days ago
- You had that job for at least 4 months
- You were making federal Employment Insurance (EI) contributions and you qualify for EI benefits
You're not eligible if:
- You had a seasonal, contract or temporary job
- You left your job voluntarily
- You're 65 or older
How to submit a claim
Fill out the form - External link. This link will open in a new window.We'll help you figure out which forms to fill out and which documents to include with your claim.
Get your premiums waived
Are you the primary holder of a Vision contract?
You may not have to pay your insurance premiums for up to 5 months.
You're eligible if:
- You're under 60
- You lost your full-time job (minimum 20 hours per week) at least 30 days ago
- You had that job for at least 4 months
- You were making federal Employment Insurance (EI) contributions and you qualify for EI benefits
You're not eligible if:
- You had a seasonal, contract or temporary job
- You left your job voluntarily
How to submit a claim
Follow the instructions on the Job loss page of the Desjardins Insurance website.
Go to the page - External link. This link will open in a new window.Use our secure web page to submit your forms and supporting documents.
