Federal
The Government of Canada announced the following measures:
Canada/U.S. Border Restrictions Extended
Current border restrictions will be extended for an additional
30 days. Non-essential travel across the border is restricted,
including travel for recreation and tourism purposes. The border
remains open for trade and commerce to preserve supply chains
between both countries.
Support for Indigenous Businesses
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced up to $306.8 million in
funding to help small and medium-sized Indigenous businesses, and
to support Aboriginal Financial Institutions that offer financing
to these businesses. The funding will allow for short-term,
interest-free loans and non-repayable contributions, to help
Indigenous businesses unable to access the government's
existing COVID-19 supports. Funding will also help Aboriginal
Financial Institutions cover operational expenses, and help the
National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association
