ARTICLE · 29 APRIL 2020

COVID-19: How To Apply For The Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy

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As a COVID-19 relief measure, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) introduced a 75% wage subsidy to eligible employers.

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Aaron Schechter, CPA, CA

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As a COVID-19 relief measure, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) introduced a 75% wage subsidy to eligible employers. Initial details were released April 1, 2020, with further updates to the subsidy and eligibility criteria announced on April 8 and 11, 2020. More information about the wage subsidy can be found here: Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy.

Commencing April 27, 2020, eligible businesses can apply for the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS).There are three methods for making an application:

through a business' My Business Account
if you represent a business, through Represent a Client (you must have Level 2 or Level 3 Authorization)
a special online application form

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