Summary of Issue: Suitability

Decision 23944 Full Text of Decision 23944

Refer to: A-0085.94

Decision A-0085.94 Full Text of Decision A-0085.94

As per Umpire, the Board did not take into account 27(2)(c), which describes certain forms of employment not suitable. That paragraph was clearly not relevant as it deals with other than one's usual job. Claimant here had been offered a return to her previous job. 27(2)(b) was the relevant provision.

Decision A-1472.92 Full Text of Decision A-1472.92

It is to be noted that the notion of "suitable employment" in ss. 27(2) and (3) is defined in part with reference to the personal circumstances of the claimant and, more importantly still, that it is a notion that may vary as the period of unemployment is prolonged.

Decision 21935 Full Text of Decision 21935

Refer to: A-1472.92

Decision 19519 Full Text of Decision 19519

No longer able to accept evening shift after childbirth. Employment held not suitable by Board. Error of law. Under s.27 suitability depends on the work conditions themselves and not on one's personal circumstances. Personal affairs to be arranged to achieve that availability.

Decision 18413 Full Text of Decision 18413

The assessment of whether work offered to a claimant is suitable is a question of fact to be based on objective factors and not on the basis of personal preference. The assessement will vary with the conditions of employment and with the economic conditions of the community.