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    II. Principles of Law

    (j) Capable of Work

    The legislation requires that a claimant be capable of and available for work.

    Sections 18, 50(8) Employment Insurance Act

    "Capable of work" relates to a claimant's ability to perform the functions of his or her regular employment or some other suitable employment.

    Condon v. Umpire, September 29, 1993, F.C.J. No. 832 (F.C.A.) A-165-83
    Canada (A.G.) v. Caughlin, March 17, 1986, F.C.J. No. 173 (F.C.A.) A-1168-84

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