Plain-English guides to job-loss benefits, severance & runway
Government sites have the answers — but they're spread across dozens of pages in legalese. Here are the same answers, written like a person.
Each guide shows the last-verified date and links to official sources.
Benefits
How to apply for EI in Quebec (2026 step-by-step)
What you need, how long it takes, and the Quebec-specific quirks (Service Canada vs. Services Québec). Bilingual EN/FR.
COBRA cost calculator: what you'll actually pay (2026)
COBRA can be 5–10× what came out of your paycheck. Here's how to estimate the real cost and the cheaper paths most people miss.
California unemployment benefits (UI): 2026 amounts & how to apply
California UI pays up to $450/week for up to 26 weeks. Step-by-step EDD application, common mistakes, and how fast money actually arrives.
Assurance-emploi au Québec : comment faire votre demande (2026)
Documents requis, délais réels, et les particularités québécoises (Service Canada vs Services Québec). Guide étape par étape.
Unemployment claim delayed? What to do this week
If your claim is past the expected processing window, here's the calm, structured escalation path that most often unblocks payments.
Document checklist: what to gather after a layoff
The full set of documents you'll need for unemployment, healthcare, food, and rental support claims — in one place.