Government of Canada – Coronavirus Resources
To find the most up to date information on the COVID-19 pandemic, and the Government of Canada’s response, visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19.html
Government of Canada – COVID-19 Resources for Business
The Government of Canada is taking immediate, significant and decisive action to support Canadians and businesses facing hardship as a result of the global COVID-19 outbreak. For more information regarding accessing federal financial support, as well as resources regarding the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy program, visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/economic-response-plan.html#businesses
CERB – Canadian Emergency Response Benefit
If you have stopped working because of COVID-19, the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) may provide you with temporary income support. The CERB provides $500 a week for up to 16 weeks. Learn More at: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/cerb-application.html
Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) – Calculate Your Subsidy Amount
When you apply for the Canada Employment Wage Subsidy (CEWS), you will be asked to enter amounts such as the number of eligible employees and gross payroll. To prepare, you can determine these amounts and preview your subsidy claim now, based on information you enter. This calculator is a tool to help you estimate the amount of your wage subsidy. Learn More at: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/subsidy/emergency-wage-subsidy/cews-calculate-subsidy-amount.html?utm_source=stkhldrs&utm_medium=eml&utm_campaign=gvnmntlnchscwsclcltr
Canada NRC IRAP Innovation Assistance Program – Applications Opening
On April 17, 2020, the Government of Canada announced $250 million in funding for the Innovation Assistance Program (IAP) to assist Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). IRAP IAP provides a wage subsidy to eligible employers for up to 12 weeks. SMEs pursuing technology-driven innovation who have been unable to secure funding under the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) are eligible and can apply for financial assistance under IRAP IAP. Learn More at: https://nrc.canada.ca/en/support-technology-innovation/nrc-irap-innovation-assistance-program-iap
Canadian Business Resiliency Network – Federal Support for Small and Medium Sized Enterprises
Learn more about the programs available to you from the federal government as a small or medium sized private business. Mary Jo Fedy, National Enterprise Leader, KPMG in Canada, has shared with us her insights on COVID-19 in order to help Canadian businesses persevere and remain resilient throughout the COVID-19 crisis. Learn More at: https://www.canadianbusinessresiliencenetwork.ca/news-and-insights/2020/04/23/private-company-resilience-and-covid-19-support-for-small-and-medium-sized-businesses/