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ARTICLE · 19 AUGUST 2020

COVID-19: Cross Country Update (August 17, 2020)

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The Government implemented changes to the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS), which was created to help businesses affected by COVID-19 keep or recall workers. Program changes include the following

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The Government of Canada announced the following measures:

Canada Revenue Agency Opens Applications for Enhanced Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy

The Government implemented changes to the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS), which was created to help businesses affected by COVID-19 keep or recall workers. Program changes include the following:

  • extension of the CEWS to November 21, 2020;
  • increased eligibility, such that all employers who experienced a drop in revenue can qualify for a base subsidy; and
  • and qualification by hard-hit employers for a top-up of up to 25%.

The Government is encouraging employers to look again at the CEWS program. For more information, visit the Government of Canada's website.

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