On Saturday April 11th, Parliament passed the Federal
government's wage subsidy legislation, formally known as COVID-19 Emergency Response Act, No.
2 (the "Act"), to
enact the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy
("CEWS"). The Act introduces additional
details since Prime Minister Trudeau last announced changes to the
CEWS. Of particular note, the group of employers who qualify
for the subsidy has been expanded in many respects.
As there is an influx of information about COVID-19, businesses
may have some questions about the CEWS and whether they are
eligible for this program. We have put together a set of questions
and answers to assist you in understanding the rules governing the
CEWS.
