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Summary:
The claimant was outside Canada and not entitled to receive EI benefits for that period. This decision resulted in an overpayment, a penalty and a notice of violation. Claimant said that he went to Yugoslavia to visit his partner who was living there for health reasons. The claimant argued that he was still available for work as he was in contact with members of his family in Canada and he would have returned home quickly if a job became available. Claimant admitted in a signed statement that he knew that he had to declare any trip outside Canada, and had his brother filled out his statements while he was away. The appeal is dismissed by Umpire.
