Federal Government Increases Rent Relief For Small Businesses
The updated subsidy would increase support by 25 percent, paying up to 90 percent of businesses’ rent.
The updated subsidy would increase support by 25 percent, paying up to 90 percent of businesses’ rent.
The prime minister promised to put safeguards in place to protect the environment and prevent companies from using the money on shareholder dividends and executive compensation.
Businesses and charities can get up to $847 per week per employee through the CEWS. The money can be directly deposited through banks.
Canada’s COVID-19 aid package also includes a boost to the GST credit, Child Tax Benefits and the manufacturing capacity of companies to help produce medical equipment.
The federal government has asked the Immigration Minister to launch a new municipal nominee program, which will help cities like Saint John, Moncton and Fredericton grow and boost local workforces.
The new daily flight gives Saint John a direct connection to Ottawa, and then on to Toronto