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Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy Calculator for Employers To help employers keep and re-hire workers amidst the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government is implementing the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS). This important economic measure provides a 75% wage subsidy of up to $847 per employee per week, to eligible employers, for up to 12 weeks, preventing further job losses and encouraging employers to re-hire workers previously laid off as a result of COVID-19, retroactive to March 15, 2020. Today, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, launched the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy calculator to support employers as they prepare to apply for the CEWS. The CEWS calculator can be found on CRA’s Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy Web page. It includes detailed information and instructions about who can apply for the subsidy, how eligibility is assessed, and how the subsidy is calculated. The calculator also includes a printable statement feature that employers can use to view their claim at a glance and, as of April 27, enter required information into the CEWS application form quickly and easily. By providing employers with additional details about their subsidy claim, the CEWS calculator can equip employers with important information they can use now to make more informed decisions about retaining and re-hiring workers. A series of information sessions will be held in the coming days to provide a forum for eligible employers. The CRA also encourages employers to sign up for My Business Account or Represent a Client, as employers will be able to apply through these portals. The CRA will open the application process on April 27, 2020. CEWS claims will be subject to verification by the CRA. Funds for approved applications will begin to be released on May 5. Quick facts
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Anyone who thinks they are going to need help with their mortgage payments, here is a list of contact numbers. Lenders will be deferring up to 6 months of payments. Thanks PEI Mortgage Services 902 940 5927.  Save for a Rainy Day or An Emergency FundFinancial advisors for years have been saying - Have 3 months income saved just in case there is an emergency. We advise everyone once this virus settles down to take heed and start a savings account today. PEI Business Federation has joined forces with Nest Wealth to offer low fee saving and retirement accounts: Get started on one today: Sign Up Here! Recent UpdatesFor Business If you are self-employed, a worker or a business, there are now supports available for emergency relief. Find details about these programs and online applications below. If you still have concerns after reviewing this section, use the contact information provided. Staff are working hard to respond to inquiries as quickly as possible. Thank you for your patience. Business concerns? Call 1-866-222-1751 or email peibusinesshelpline@gov.pe.ca Broadband Fund for Businesses The availability of stable, high‑speed Internet infrastructure is critical for access to essential resources and public services, and to enable economic growth and diversification. The Prince Edward Island Broadband Fund provides financial assistance to...more details Commercial Lease Rent Deferral Program To support small and medium-sized businesses, landlords are encouraged to defer rent payments from their commercial tenants for 3 months, spreading the deferred rent amount over the rest of the lease term. If you’re deferring rent because your tenant’s...more details. 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Who is Eligible to Participate...more details Emergency Working Capital Financing A financing program has been developed to provide emergency working capital financing to assist PEI’s small business during this unprecedented economic disruption to business, caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. This new loan program is to assist qualifying...more details Employee Gift Card Program The Government of Prince Edward Island has partnered with Sobeys on the PEI Employee Gift Card Program. This is a temporary program put in place to offer a $100 Sobeys gift value to any employee, living and working on Prince Edward Island, who has...more details Employers: COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions As part of the provincial response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Government has announced a new Emergency Contingency Fund as an initial step to help support Island businesses. Visit PrinceEdwardIsland.ca/CovidforBusiness for details about business supports...more details Essential and Non-Essential Services: COVID-19 Anyone who must access essential services is to practice safe social distancing and good hand hygiene. If you feel unwell stay at home. Only one person per household should be going out to get groceries or supplies from essential services. Employers...more details Farmers : COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions Government’s top priority is protecting the health and safety of Islanders and limiting the spread of COVID19 in our province. Health officials recognize that essential services, including food production, will have to be maintained even under the...more details Food Premises on PEI: COVID-19 FAQ As per the direction of the Chief Public Health Officer, all food service premises are now required to restrict operations to take-out, pick-up and delivery only. 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If your business or organization can provide any of the below medical supplies, please complete the...more details Wastewater Operators Revised Wastewater Sampling Plan: COVID-19 Government’s priority is protecting the health and safety of Islanders and limiting the spread of COVID-19 by social distancing. A modified sampling schedule is in place for all wastewater owners / operators using PEI Analytical Laboratories. This will...more details For WorkersCOVID-19 has impacted the lives of many Islanders, including those in the workforce. The situation is rapidly evolving. Information on supports for workers is posted as it becomes available.
Information for Healthcare Workers COVID-19 Income Support Fund FAQ Eligibility for the COVID-19 Income Support Fund applies to individuals, with the following conditions: you have experienced loss of job, lay off, loss of all revenue through self-employment or expiry of Employment Insurance benefits, on or after...more details Emergency Child Care Services In response to COVID-19, all licensed child care centres across the Island are closed until further notice. We are reaching out to you as an essential service worker, to get a better understanding of your child care needs during this time. We are...more details Employee Gift Card Program The Government of Prince Edward Island has partnered with Sobeys on the PEI Employee Gift Card Program. This is a temporary program put in place to offer a $100 Sobeys gift value to any employee, living and working on Prince Edward Island, who has...more details Employees: COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions COVID-19 has impacted the lives of many Islanders, including those in the workforce. The situation is rapidly evolving as the information on supports available. Check back to this page for frequent updates. Get Accurate Information Visit Government...more details Employers: COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions As part of the provincial response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Government has announced a new Emergency Contingency Fund as an initial step to help support Island businesses. Visit PrinceEdwardIsland.ca/CovidforBusiness for details about business supports...more details Essential Workers from Out of Province: Guidance You do not need to... self-isolate for 14 days upon arrival to PEI before beginning work. You do need to... monitor for symptoms of COVID-19 (cough, fever, shortness of breath) report symptoms to your employer and if symptoms develop while on PEI...more details Farmers : COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions Government’s top priority is protecting the health and safety of Islanders and limiting the spread of COVID19 in our province. Health officials recognize that essential services, including food production, will have to be maintained even under the...more details Take Care of Your Mental Health A pandemic is a very stressful event for individuals, families and communities. It’s normal to feel some stress and anxiety during these times. It’s also very common for people to display great resiliency during times of crisis. Everyone reacts...more details Work Refusal Information: COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions The Workers Compensation Board urges all employers and workers to follow the recommendations of the PEI Chief Public Health Office during the COVID-19 crisis. Section 28 of the Prince Edward Island Occupational Health and Safety Act, provides workers...more details COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions Protect Yourself and Others Self-Isolation Social Distancing Federal Government Supports As we navigate through this extraordinary situation together, the Atlantic Business Federation remains committed to providing you with all the relevant information and resources on government assistance programs as they become available. We understand that these are challenging times, and we would like to do all that we can to help our clients and members. Due to the fluid nature of the situation, the data provided in this email may become quickly outdated, but stay tuned to the various websites below to keep up with the newly added programs to protect the financial well-being of Canadians and the economy.
The two critical links from the Government of Canada you should bookmark are: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection/canadas-reponse.html?topic=tilelink#economic https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection/canadas-reponse/government-canada-takes-action-covid-19.html We recognize that this is an uncertain point in time for businesses and that many organizations have been negatively impacted. To ensure that you are aware of the programs and assistance available to you, please see below for some of the Federal programs that are currently being offered to employers specifically: 1) EI - Employment Insurance https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/corporate/notices/coronavirus.html; Visit the EI sickness benefits page to apply Please note that there are key differences if you have contracted the virus and are in quarantine. To understand how different scenarios are treated, please read everything thoroughly. Contact the following numbers only if the above quarantine condition applies. · Telephone: 1-833-381-2725 (toll-free) · Teletypewriter (TTY): 1-800-529-3742 2) Work-Sharing (WS) Program - Adjustment program designed to help employers and employees avoid layoffs when there is a temporary reduction in the average level of business activity that is beyond the control of the employer. Special measures have been taken to extend agreements from 38 weeks to 76 weeks across Canada for those affected in the forestry, steel and aluminum sector. https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/work-sharing/temporary-measures-forestry-sector.html The link above covers details on special protocol around waiting periods, length of coverage and eligibility For information on the application process visit: Applicant guide for the temporary special measures Submit using the following methods: Atlantic Provinces Fax: 1-902-566-7697 Email: ESDC.TP-ATL-WS-TP.EDSC@servicecanada.gc.ca Quebec Email: QC-DPMTDS-LMSDPB-TP-WS-GD@servicecanada.gc.ca Ontario Fax: 1-866-720-6094 Email: ESDC.ON.WS-TP.ON.EDSC@servicecanada.gc.ca Western Canada and Territories Fax: 1-604-666-8920 Email: EDSC.WT.WS-TP.ESDC@servicecanada.gc.ca 3) Additional links for the government’s economic plans: Canada‘s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/economic-response-plan.html EDC stands ready to support Canadian exporters impacted by COVID-19 https://www.edc.ca/en/campaign/coronavirus-covid-19.html The Government of Canada is taking exceptional measures to minimize the impact of the current situation on Canadians and are continuing to work diligently to find solutions. Atlantic Business Federation is committed to doing its part as well and will continue to update you as we learn more. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us for more information or any concerns. Stay safe and healthy. Atlantic Business Federation 1 844 940 5927 office@peibf.com |
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