Canadian EI pays up to 55% of insurable earnings. Enter your details below to see exactly what you'll receive — including employer top-ups and partner sharing.
Tax Year
2025
2026
Your Details
Max 15 weeks
Leave Type
Standard (55%)
Extended (33%)
Employer Top-Up (optional)
No top-up
Full salary weeks
% top-up
During these weeks your employer pays the difference between EI and your full salary.
% of salary paid in total
Is your partner also taking parental leave?
No
Yes
Partner employer top-up
None
Full salary wks
% top-up
Standard: total pool is 40 weeks. If you take 35, partner can take up to 5.
Your Leave Estimate
⚠️ This is an estimate based on 2026 EI rates. Actual benefits may vary. EI is taxable income — withholding is optional but recommended.
How EI maternity leave works
Employment Insurance provides income replacement while you're away from work for pregnancy and parenting.
Maternity: Up to 15 weeks at 55% of insurable earnings
Standard parental: Up to 40 weeks shared, at 55%
Extended parental: Up to 69 weeks shared, at 33%
Maximum insurable earnings: $68,900 (2026)
Employer top-ups
Many employers supplement EI to bring your income closer to your regular salary. Check your HR policy or employment contract for details.
Quebec is different
Quebec has its own parental insurance plan (QPIP) with higher rates and different rules. If you live in Quebec, use the RQAP calculator for the most accurate results.