Are you looking for support during the COVID-19?

4/14/2020

The government of Canada has created various programs to support Canadians and business facing the effects of the COVID-19. The programs are divided in 3 sectors: Individuals, Business and Industries

There are programs to support individuals and families, who are facing cuts or totally loss of income, as well as special sectors of the public:

Increasing the Canada Child Benefit
Special GST credit payment
deferral on tax payments
Support on mortgage payments
Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)
Indigenous Community Support Fund
Supporting Preparedness in First Nations and Inuit Communities
Improving access to essential food support
Enhancing the Reaching Home Initiative
Youth support: mental health.
Reduced minimum withdrawals for Registered Retirement Income Funds
Supporting the delivery if items and personal outreach
Immediate and essential services through the New horizons for Seniors Program
Suspended repayment and interest on Canada Student Loans and Canada Apprentice Loans
Temporary Changes to Canada Summer Jobs programs.

To support business the government is focusing on:

Avoiding layoffs and rehiring employees
Deferred payments
Access to Credit
Supporting Financial Stability
Supporting self-employed individuals

For special details on each program I'm sharing with you the CFIB reports and FAQ that covers all these aspects in a really detailed and easy to read way: https://www.cfib-fcei.ca/en/small-business-resources-dealing-covid-19

Related to industries, the programs are focusing on:

Increasing credit available for agriculture, fisheries and aquaculture
support for airports
support for broadcasters.

These is merely a summary of all the programs available to you, your family and your business. Check the official website for details on each program: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/economic-response-plan.html

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5/26/2025 09:03:36 am

This comprehensive list of government assistance programs provides much needed relief during these challenging times.

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