As the effects of COVID-19 continue to manifest, the Government
of Canada continues to unveil new programs to assist those impacted
by the downturn of economic activity.
On March 25, 2020, the Federal Government of Canada revealed the
details of the new Canada Emergency Response Benefit
("CERB") which is set to replace the previously announced
Emergency Care Benefit and the Emergency Support Benefit. The CERB
will provide a taxable benefit of $2,000.00 a month for up to four
months for those impacted by COVID-19.
Who is eligible?
The following people are eligible for CERB payments:
- workers who must stop working due to COVID-19 and do not have
access to paid leave or other income support.
