Government announces new, targeted support to help businesses through pandemic
The Government of Canada announced its intention to introduce new, targeted supports to help hard-hit businesses and other organizations experiencing a drop in revenue. The government plans to introduce legislation to provide support that would help these businesses safely get through the second wave of the virus and the winter, including:
- The new Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy, which would provide simple and easy-to-access rent and mortgage support until June 2021 for qualifying organizations affected by COVID-19.
- A top-up Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy of 25 per cent for organizations temporarily shut down by a mandatory public health order issued by a qualifying public health authority, in addition to the 65 per cent subsidy.
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The extension of the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy until June 2021.
- An expanded Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA).
The Government of Canada launches applications for the Canada Recovery Benefit
This week, the Government of Canada opened the application process for the CRB. Applications for the CRSB and the CRCB opened on October 5, 2020.
Have your say about Budget 2021
Alberta’s government is asking Albertans to help set the direction of the upcoming budget. The online survey is now live until Dec. 4, and telephone town halls will take place on Nov. 30, Dec. 2, and Dec. 3. More information is available at alberta.ca/BudgetConsultation.
More STEAM opportunities for students
Alberta’s government is partnering with Shad Canada to create more opportunities for Grades 10 and 11 students to take part in a STEAM and entrepreneurship summer program. Through a four-year funding partnership, Shad Canada will expand recruiting to more high schools and provide bursaries to more female, Indigenous, and low-income students, as well as those who live in remote or rural areas.
GOA webinar: Grant Writing 101 (October 22)
This 2-hour webinar covers core proposal and grant writing skills, how to avoid common pitfalls, understanding what funders look for, and tips on how to maintain good relationships with your funders.
CCC webinar: A vision for a thriving Canada in 2030 (October 20)
Join Deloitte Canada’s Anthony Viel, Managing Partner and Chief Executive and Georgina Black, Managing Partner, Government and Public Sector to discuss the actions Canada must take to stop our economy from settling back into its pre-pandemic path and, instead, create a better Canadian society for all by 2030.
CCC webinar: Strengthening Trade And Transportation Networks For Long-Term Prosperity (October 22)
Please join for an exclusive discussion with Gordon McKenzie, President and CEO, Canpotex, Hon. Perrin Beatty PC OC, Canadian Chamber of Commerce and Michael Keenan, Deputy Minister, Transport Canada (invited), as they discuss what Canada can do to rise above the challenges facing Canada’s competitiveness and identify ways to mitigate the economic impact of events like COVID-19 in the future. This session will be moderated by Ryan Greer, Senior Director, Transportation and Infrastructure, Canadian Chamber of Commerce.
CCC webinar: Executive Summit Series (November 24)
The Executive Summit Series brings together senior executives and thought leaders for a dialogue on top issues affecting Canadian business.
The Western event, taking place on November 24 will feature the Hon. Jean-Yves Duclos, President of the Treasury Board, and panel discussions surrounding Canadian transportation and trade.
Webinar: Introducing Enterprise Europe Network Canada (October 19)
This webinar will provide an introduction to the Enterprise Europe Network Canada and its services available to SMEs in Canada.
Webinar: Interviewing Techniques in a COVID-19 Environment (October 21)
Learn about recruiting and hiring staff in an online environment. Hear tips on how to interview candidates using virtual platforms like Zoom, Skype or Teams, and how to combine an online and in-person interview to achieve success.