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Disability/Personal Injury January 30th, 2026

Short-Term Disability for Mental Health Conditions in Canada

By Sivan Tumarkin

Mental health conditions can obtain short-term disability in Canada. See how STD claims work, denials, and what evidence insurers require.

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Disability/Personal Injury January 30th, 2026

Medical Evidence for Short-Term Disability Claims in Canada

By Sivan Tumarkin

Medical evidence is critical for short-term disability claims. Learn what insurers look for, common mistakes, and why STD claims are denied.

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Person reviewing financial documents at home while determining how long their short term disability might last.
Disability/Personal Injury January 30th, 2026

How Long Does Short-Term Disability Last in Canada?

By Sivan Tumarkin

Short-term disability in Canada usually lasts 15–26 weeks. Learn how long STD benefits last, what can shorten them, and what happens next.

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Disability/Personal Injury January 29th, 2026

What Happens When Short-Term Disability Ends in Canada?

By Sivan Tumarkin

Short-term disability ending in Canada? Learn what happens next, whether you must return to work, and your options if benefits are cut…

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Disability/Personal Injury January 27th, 2026

Transformative Treatment: Drug Capable of Making Bone Cancer Tumours Less Painful

By Sivan Tumarkin

Denied disability benefits for cancer? Learn more about your rights in Canada and how our experienced team can help.

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Disability/Personal Injury January 26th, 2026

Frequent Sauna Use Capable of Lowering Dementia Risk, Major Study Finds

By Sivan Tumarkin

Denied disability benefits for dementia? Learn more about your rights in Canada and how our experienced team can help.

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A doctor reviews a patient's medical conditions to see if they qualify for disability in Canada?
Disability/Personal Injury January 24th, 2026

What Conditions Qualify For Disability in Canada?

By Sivan Tumarkin

Discover which conditions qualify for disability benefits in Canada, learn about eligibility criteria and how to apply for LTD & STD.

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Employment Law January 21st, 2026

Federally Regulated Holidays in Canada: What Employees Need to Know

By Lior Samfiru

Which holidays apply to federally regulated employees in Canada? Learn federal stat holidays, September 30 pay rules, and employee rights.

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Disability/Personal Injury January 17th, 2026

Canada Life Long-Term Disability and Travel: What You Need to Know

By Sivan Tumarkin

Canada Life long-term disability and travel rules explained. Learn when travel is allowed, what approval you need, and how to avoid denial.

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