Effective December 3, 2017, parents will be able to choose to receive parental benefits under the employment insurance program, if eligible, over the standard period (12 months) or the extended period (reduced amount taken over 18 months). www.edocr.com/v/oeylewxo/onlinepayrollservicescanada/2018Q1-TAX-TICKLERS-some-quick-points-to-consider