Social Security Tribunal of Canada

Client satisfaction survey – April to June 2024

General Division (Employment Insurance and Income Security) and Appeal Division survey results

Overall satisfaction: 93%

Appeal type Satisfaction Participants
Employment Insurance 94% 181
Income Security 92% 55
Appeal Division 96% 20

Before the appeal process, did you know what to expect and how to prepare?

Employment Insurance Income Security Appeal Division Combined
94% 96% 100% 95%

Were you able to participate fully, for example: answer questions, correct errors and explain your case?

Employment Insurance Income Security Appeal Division Combined
97% 93% 100% 96%

You’re satisfied the member was fair?

Employment Insurance Income Security Appeal Division Combined
90% 86% 85% 88%

Types of hearings

Types of hearings
Text version
  • In person: 15%
  • Teleconference: 53%
  • Videoconference: 32%

Did you experience any technical issues?

Technical issues
Text version
  • Yes: 12%
  • No: 88%


Some commenters said they had difficulty connecting to the hearing or difficulty hearing the member at the hearing.

What was the hardest part about the appeal process at the SST?

We received 205 comments on this topic. Some people noted issues with:

  • Presenting their arguments
  • Needing help to prepare
  • Physical and mental health limitations

Did you face any personal barriers or hurdles that made your appeal process more difficult?

We received 36 comments on this aspect of the process. Some people described issues arising from:

  • physical and mental health issues
  • a lack of access to internet and technology
  • access to someone for support or advice

Do you have any other comments to add?

We received 72 responses to this question. Some respondents suggested to provide more guidance and information on how to appeal.

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