by Charla Robinson | Jun 17, 2020 | covid-19, Federal Issues
The Government of Canada is extending the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) by eight weeks, to ensure Canadians have the help they need as they transition back to work. This extension will make the benefit available to eligible workers for up to a total of 24...
by Charla Robinson | Jun 16, 2020 | covid-19, Municipal Issues, Policies & Processes
A report recommending ways that the City can help restaurants and retailers set up outdoor patios or displays was approved by City Council last night, including waiving permit fees and specific zoning enforcement, and expediting the process for owners. Applicants that...
by Charla Robinson | Jun 16, 2020 | covid-19, Federal Issues
As of Friday, June 19, 2020, applications will be accepted so that more small businesses can access the Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA). This means that owner-operated small businesses that had been ineligible for the program due to their lack of payroll,...
by Charla Robinson | Jun 11, 2020 | covid-19, Provincial Issues
$57 Million Investment in Digital Main Street Will Help Businesses Reopen, Recover and Grow Long after COVID-19 The Ontario government, in partnership with the federal government, is helping small businesses reach more customers through the Digital Main Street...
by Charla Robinson | Jun 11, 2020 | covid-19, Federal Issues
RBC report underscores vital need to focus on small business recovery Toronto: June 11, 2020 – Today, the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) released Small Business, Big Pivot: A devasting downturn, and how Canadian enterprises can transition. The report contains proprietary...
