Thursday, March 05, 2009

EI came through blessedly early

I almost feel ashamed.

While some have been waiting months to receive any EI payments, mine has gone through in just over two weeks since submitting my Record of Employment (or RoE).

But even though it's less than half my former salary, it couldn't have happened at a better time, since I continue to wait for my final paycheck and severance pay from my former employer.

Meanwhile, a friend tipped me off to a Marcom writing job at my alma mater.

I applied within hours.

Because even though it's just a one-year contract, the pickings are too slim not to get excited about it. It's a good thing I have up to forty weeks before the EI money dries up.

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2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Good luck in your job search. I wish you and your family well during this difficult year. God Bless

Simon said...

I feel ashamed for missing this good news.... That's excellent Scott. That'll give you a chance to catch your breath...and enjoy the summer. If not the playoffs...Ugh... What HAPPENED? :)